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Stuart Whelan wrote:

> Hi folks,
> 
> I am sending this message out of desperation. :)
> 
> I am trying to find a special toggle switch, SPST, but with a
> electromagnetic latch.
> 
> I want it to spring to 'off' normally, and when it is turned on, a
> magnetic to hold it in place.
> 
> I could then de-energise the magnet to get it to flick back off again.
> 
> It is identical to the operation of the switch on an automatic kettle.
> 
> Does anyone know if this type of thing is available off the shelf?
> 
> The magnet can be any voltage, the switch is only switching 5 volts,
> negligible current.
> 
> I have done some Google searches but have failed to find anything
> useful.
> 
> Kind Regards,
> Stuart Whelan
> Technical Director
> Pacific Simulators Ltd
> 
> DDI:      +64  3 3778866
> Mobile:   +64 27 2828074
> 
> Recursion: See Recursion. 

Look for a low voltage circuit breaker with remote trip, I know NEC had 
them on there exchanges and so do Nortel, so they must be available, I 
will post a supplier and Part # later tonight :)

They are flip on, with either flip off or remote trip.

Regards,

Kat.


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