Grove microswitch - switching module with plug-and-play connection

Grove Micro Switch

The Grove Micro Switch is a simple micro switch with integrated plug-and-play Grove connectors. You can use this switch easily and quickly with your Arduino, Raspberry Pi, and other development platforms that have a Grove expansion board. There are many types of switches in the Grove family, such as the Grove Tilt Switch, Grove Magnetic Switch, and Grove Switch (P). With the release of Grove - Micro Switch, you have various options for triggering your circuit or detecting switching operations.

A micro switch is an electrical switch that is actuated by very little physical force. When using a micro switch, a relatively small movement of the actuator produces a relatively large movement at the electrical contacts, which occurs at high speed. It is frequently used in many applications, such as appliances, machinery, industrial controls, and many other settings to control electrical circuits.

Application

• Electrical circuit control
• Mechanical circuit control
• Industrial controls

Features

• Easy and quick operation: Relatively large movements at the electrical contacts with only light pressure.
• High efficiency: Fast response and rapid repetitions are possible.
• Grove unit connector: The sensor ensures plug and play and can be used flexibly for various applications.

Specifications

• Dimensions: 40mm x 20mm x 20mm
• Weight: 10g
• Operating voltage: 3.3 V/ 5 V
• Operating force: 80 ± 20 g

What is Grove?

Grove makes connecting and experimenting easier and simplifies the prototyping process. No jumpers or soldering are required. More than 300 Grove modules have been developed, covering a wide range of applications and meeting a variety of requirements. Not only the hardware is open source, but the software is too.

We offer various Grove Shields to enable connections to the Grove system with a range of microcontrollers.

Scope of delivery: 

• 1x Grove - Micro Switch
• 1x Grove cable