TripleX 4 Way Switch

The Triplex 4-Way switch is a miniature toggle using Guardian’s patented Triplex circuitry with three redundant switching circuits for highly reliable actuation. It offers multiple power ratings and positive detent action for safer operation, with simplex and duplex configurations available. Military and commercial grades are offered.

Infrared thermometer sensor for industrial temperature measurement.

Specs

Ratings

1A @ 28VDC Resistive
.5A @ 28VDC Inductive

Circuits

12P4T
Form C

Electrical Life

25,000 Cycles

Mechanical Life

50,000 Cycles

Operating Force

32oz Max

Release Force

NA

Operating Temp

-55C to 85C

Mounting

Panel

Terminal

Wire Leads

Options & Other Mechanical
Specs

Also available in simplex and duplex
configurations

Agency Approvals

MIL S-8805
MIL S-9419

Envelope Dimensions

1. Detailed technical drawing of Kelco Industries industrial sensor component.

Special Features

  • Patented Guardian Technology
  • Mission Critical Actuation
  • Moisture Proof and Dust Tight Sealed
  • Multiple Power Ratings Available
  • Positive Tactile Feedback
  • Redundant Circuitry
  • Engraved Bezels Available
  • Simplex and Duplex Configurations Available
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Need a non-standard detent, throw, or actuation force?

If you’re building mission-critical controls—from aircraft and armored vehicles to surgical devices and automated factories—we’ll tailor your electromechanical switches (toggle, rocker, slide, trigger, thumbwheel, multi-way) with the right contact ratings, sealing, illumination, mounting, and terminations.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Yes. Select series use Guardian’s patented Triplex circuitry—three redundant switching circuits—with simplex/duplex options for critical or fail-safe applications.

Depends on series: up to 1.8 million cycles (thumbwheel), 1,000,000 cycles (pushbutton Triplex), and 50,000 cycles on several trigger/rocker variants.

Yes. Models include moisture-proof/dust-tight rockers and moisture-resistant/dust-tight MS-qualified 4-way switches for rugged environments.

Multiple power ratings across families; circuit options include SPST/SPDT (slide) and SPDT/DPDT (rocker). High-current options include trigger switches up to 10 A.

Yes. Several series support grip or panel integration, including multi-function display use (e.g., linear transducer; 5-way mini).

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