Description
Why buy 6-pin DPDT metal toggle switchesclassic fit, versatile control, and heavy-duty quality
VERSATILE
Rated for 20A at 12vDC and 15A at 250vAC. Great for controlling automotive, off-road, and marine electrical accessories. Or use it for electrical switching of industrial equipment.
EASY TO USE
Quick through-panel mounting into 1/2″ cutout hole. DPDT toggle switches have 6 screw terminals for reliable connections for up to 4 separate circuits. The 6-pin double pole, double throw design also allows for reverse motor operation.
ALL-WEATHER PROTECTION
Simply fold the ringlet (used as a seal) and screw the boot atop the toggle switch handle. Works great in wet and challenging environments – keeps dust and moisture away from your switch. Rated CE and RoHs.
How to wire a 6-pin DPDT switchdouble pole double throw functionality with reverse motor capability
Standard DPDT Connections
- Connect up to four loads to terminals #1, #3, #4, and #6. Make sure to ground your loads.
- Connect your power source positive to the unused screw terminal #2 (which powers terminals #1 and #3) and screw terminal #5 (which powers terminals #4 and #6). Ground the negative.
- This 6-pin DPDT On/Off/On switch cannot physically power all loads simultaneously. Toggle to the ON position to power loads #3 and #6 and toggle to the other ON position to power loads #1 and #4.
- For momentary switches, there is only 1 momentary (ON) position.
Reverse PMDC Motor Operation
- To power a 12vDC permanent magnet (PMDC) motor with reverse control capability, start by connecting short jumpers between terminals #1 and #6, and between terminals #3 and #4.
- Connect your motor to terminals #3 and #6, using a relay if needed.
- Connect your power source positive to terminal #2 and your negative to terminal #5.
- Toggle to the ON position to drive the motor forward, and toggle to the other ON position to reverse the motor direction.
Metal Toggle Specificationschoose the switch function best suited for your project
| Action | Switch Function | Contact Form | Current Rating | Dimensions (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Maintained | ON / OFF | 2 Pin SPST | 20A @ 12vDC || 125vAC | 1.1 x 0.6 x 2.1 |
| Momentary | (ON) / OFF | 2 Pin SPST | 20A @ 12vDC || 125vAC | 1.1 x 0.6 x 2.1 |
| Maintained | ON / OFF / ON | 3 Pin SPDT | 20A @ 12vDC || 125vAC | 1.1 x 0.6 x 2.1 |
| Momentary – Maintained | (ON) / OFF / ON | 3 Pin SPDT | 20A @ 12vDC || 125vAC | 1.1 x 0.6 x 2.1 |
| Maintained | ON / OFF / ON | 6 Pin DPDT | 20A @ 12vDC || 125vAC | 1.3 x 0.8 x 2.1 |
| Momentary – Maintained | (ON) / OFF / ON | 6 Pin DPDT | 20A @ 12vDC || 125vAC | 1.3 x 0.8 x 2.1 |
See our tutorial on switch basics for more information regarding switch function, actuation, contact forms (poles and throws), and maintained vs momentary action.
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