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[0MG1tz4l3x]

I can't find those high amperage microswitches that all the nerf modders use. I prefer one that won't take to long to ship.

Thanks.

[CaptainSlug]

If you don't want to be constrained by available switch options then what you need is a relay that has a coil compatible with the operating voltage range of your circuit. The relay contacts will handle the high amperage circuit, while your lower amperage rating switch will only need to handle the wattage of the coil for the relay.

 

This leaves the available options for your trigger switch wide open.

[0MG1tz4l3x]

If you don't want to be constrained by available switch options then what you need is a relay that has a coil compatible with the operating voltage range of your circuit. The relay contacts will handle the high amperage circuit, while your lower amperage rating switch will only need to handle the wattage of the coil for the relay.

 

This leaves the available options for your trigger switch wide open.

Im just trying to find the ones that are black and red and have the rollers at the end, I'm still running those 2 xp180's on 3 trustfires (which i know they suck) I'm going to buy the third one when i find the switches and battery i need.

[JohnB]

Maybe try asking your local Microcenter or other hobby electronics shop. They might have some switches.

 

 

RadioShack would for sure have this stuff, but it's gone now.

(RIP RadioShack, you will be remembered fondly ;-; )

Edited by JohnB, 10 July 2016 - 12:01 AM.

[0MG1tz4l3x]

Maybe try asking your local Microcenter or other hobby electronics shop. They might have some switches.

 

 

RadioShack would for sure have this stuff, but it's gone now.

(RIP RadioShack, you will be remembered fondly ;-

I still have 2 radioshacks nearby me. I'm not sure about a hobby store though.

[JohnB]

I still have 2 radioshacks nearby me. I'm not sure about a hobby store though.

 

Lucky. I don't mean actual HOBBY STORE, I mean a store that carries hobby-style electronics. Radio Shack carried things like Arduinos (where I got my first two), Servo motors, LEDs, and I'm sure high-current switches and high-performance motors as well. Microcenter is the next best thing, but the closest one for me is still pretty darn far unfortunately. 

[DjOnslaught]

Uxcell a13060600ux0523 16 Amp 4 Amp 250VAC 1NO+1NC Screw Connector Actuator Limit Micro Switch (5 Piece) https://www.amazon.c...a_dyKGxbNGS9HAX. These are the non roller version of those switches your looking for.

But if you can't find then CaptainSlug's relay trick works great for the application

[CCBall]

Why are you using a 3s and xp180s?

[0MG1tz4l3x]

I think i'll use these, because they are amazon prime.

 

Edit: nevermind they aren't ill use the ones you recommended.

Edited by 0MG1tz4l3x, 27 July 2016 - 04:50 PM.

[Draconis]

 

 

Because one should always use a margin of safety.  You wouldn't want to burn out the switch,right?

[shandsgator8]

I bet that sucker has some serious resistance.