A foot switch is an on/off switch that uses the foot or feet to control the circuit, and its use in the hand cannot touch the control circuit to replace the hand for operational purposes.
Foot switches have a wide range of applications in medical devices, stamping equipment, welding equipment, textile equipment, printing machinery, etc.
Applications in the electronics industry, such as small diamonds, terminal equipment configuration, with automatic, inching, inching is the application of the foot switch. Embark on a journey.
A simple foot switch is actually built on a trip switch that switches when the pedal gives a signal. But nowadays the foot switch function in the welding field also plays the role of controlling the output current level. This type of foot switch can also be divided into 2 categories: one is the mechanical foot switch; 2, induction foot switch. Mechanical foot switch is the traditional rack and pinion drive, induction is through electromagnetic induction and other means.
The following points should be noted when choosing a foot switch:
1 According to the nature of the load and current value, please pay attention to the rated load of the product.
2When handling and moving, please pay attention to the internal wiring for short circuit, disconnection, etc.
3 Use a lot of water, oil, dust and other places, please pay attention to the protection product grade.
4Weight and influence is the direct cause of product damage, please use with care.