knife switch
knife switch · knife switches
A switch used to control the flow of electricity in a circuit, consisting of a hinge…A switch used to control the flow of electricity in a circuit, consisting of a hinge which allows a metal lever, or knife, to be lifted from or inserted into a slot or jaw to break or make electrical contact.
Meaning
1 sensesA switch used to control the flow of electricity in a circuit, consisting of a hinge which allows a metal lever, or knife, to be lifted from or inserted into a slot or jaw to break or make electrical contact.
Forms
plural: knife switches| Singular | knife switch |
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