Get your engines revving! These toggle switches are the superstars in the world of electrical components. Featuring a sleek, aerodynamic yellow protective casing and a bright yellow LED at the switch tip, this Yellow LED Toggle Switch will add a touch of style and functionality to your project. Commonly found on control panels, you can use it to mimic the look of a racing car, fighter jet, submarine status panel, or factory controls. It can control almost any accessory. With a maximum rated voltage of 12V and an LED that lights up at 3V, you can use it with lower voltages too. Although it says '20 A' on the side, we recommend a maximum of 1 - 2A. Wiring is a bit different from most toggle switches because it has an LED and only 3 pins. The anode of the LED connects through a resistor to the pin with a 'headlamp' symbol, the cathode connects to the ground - symbol pin sticking out the side, and the switch connects and disconnects the (+) pin and the 'headlamp' pin. You have multiple wiring options. Use the toggle to connect and disconnect the bottom two pins to turn something on/off. Provide 3 - 12V between the ground and headlamp pin to keep the LED always on. Provide 3 - 12V on the (+) pin and connect ground to the ground pin to have the LED on only when the switch is connected. The protective cover automatically turns the switch off when closed, but you can remove it if you don't need it.
Using this yellow illuminated toggle switch is easy. First, decide how you want to use it. If you want to turn something on and off, use the toggle to connect and disconnect the two pins on the bottom. To keep the LED always on, connect 3 - 12V between the ground and headlamp pin. If you want the LED to light up only when the switch is on, provide 3 - 12V on the (+) pin and connect the ground to the ground pin. Remember, although it says '20 A' on the side, we suggest using a maximum of 1 - 2A to ensure safety. When it comes to maintenance, keep the switch clean and dry. If you don't need the protective cover, you can remove it. But if you use it, make sure to close it properly to turn off the switch when not in use.
