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2- and 3-Position Selector Switch

Short or long handle selector switch, 2 or 3 positions, maintained or spring-return, with configurable contacts for circuit control.

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2- and 3-Position Selector Switch
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01Technical description

The 2- or 3-position selector switch is a control device per IEC 60947-5-1 for switching operating modes — for example hand-off-auto — in the standard 22.5 mm hole. It is configured with maintained or spring-return positions, short, long or key handle, and NO/NC contact blocks per the control logic.

The 2- and 3-position selector switch is a command device for industrial panels, pushbutton stations and control stations where the operator must choose a mode, enable a function or switch a control signal. At TECTUL it is quoted by industrial line according to the required configuration: short or long handle, two or three positions, maintained or spring-return operation, and NO/NC contact blocks according to the circuit. It differs from an industrial pushbutton because it is not intended for a simple momentary command, but to maintain or select operating states such as manual, automatic, forward, reverse, local or remote. For machinery and control projects, selection must be validated against the electrical diagram, control-circuit voltage and safety logic defined by the designer.

Selection guide

  • Define whether you need 2 positions for on/off or 3 positions for mode selection.
  • Confirm whether the position must remain maintained or automatically return to center.
  • Indicate the number of NO and NC contacts required by the circuit.
  • Validate compatibility with the panel or pushbutton station hole diameter.
  • Select short or long handle according to ergonomics, use frequency and visibility.

Mounting recommendations

  • De-energize the panel before installing or changing contact blocks.
  • Clearly mark the function of each position to avoid ambiguous operation.
  • Secure the mechanical fastening so the handle does not rotate with use.
  • Verify contact continuity before releasing the equipment to operation.

We dispatch to Bogotá, Medellín, Cali, Barranquilla and all of Colombia. Request a quote via WhatsApp for your 2- and 3-position selector switch indicating positions, return and required contacts.

Typical configurations (IEC 60947-5-1)

ConfigurationUse
2 maintained positionsON/OFF, local/remote
3 maintained positionsHand – off – auto
2 or 3 positions with spring returnMomentary command returning to center
Key handleRestricts mode changes to authorized personnel

Control devices per IEC 60947-5-1 with AC-15 rated contacts. The number of NO/NC blocks and the cam scheme define which contact closes in each position.

02Frequently asked questions

What is the price of the 2- and 3-position selector switch?

We do not publish invented prices because they change according to number of positions, return type, handle and contact blocks. TECTUL quotes it via WhatsApp.

What is the difference between a selector switch and a 22 mm industrial pushbutton?

The selector switch is used to choose or maintain command states; the pushbutton gives a momentary or latching order according to its design. If you need to choose manual/automatic mode, a selector is normally required.

Can it be ordered with NO and NC contacts?

Yes. It is quoted with configurable contacts according to the control diagram, for example for enable signals, interlocking or switching.

Is it suitable for industrial control panels?

Yes, it is intended for panels, pushbutton stations and command stations. Mechanical and electrical compatibility with the enclosure and circuit must be verified.

How is the selector switch installed in the panel?

It is mounted in the panel hole, mechanically secured and then the contact blocks are assembled. Connection must be performed by competent personnel with the panel de-energized.

What data should I send for a quote?

Send quantity, 2 or 3 positions, maintained or spring-return, handle type, required contacts and control-circuit voltage if applicable.

Maintained or spring-return positions?

Maintained when the mode must stay selected (hand/auto); spring return when the command is momentary, such as a test or reset impulse that must not stay latched.

What is a key selector switch?

A selector whose handle is a lock: only the key holder can change position, and the key can be removed in a defined position to lock the mode — common for maintenance modes.

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Updated: July 22, 2026