Toggle Switches
Toggle switches are electrical switches that have a lever or handle that can be flipped up or down to control the flow of electricity. They are commonly used to manually turn devices or circuits on or off. Toggle switches work by using a mechanical lever or handle to change the position of internal metal contacts, thereby controlling the flow of electricity. The lever or handle is connected to a mechanism inside the switch that physically moves the contacts. When the lever is flipped in one direction, it moves the contacts to one position, and when flipped in the other direction, it moves them to a different position. The specific positions of the contacts determine whether the switch is in the "on" or "off" state and which circuits are connected or disconnected. Inside the switch, the contacts are made of conductive materials such as metal. When the contacts are in the "on" position, they come into contact with each other, allowing electricity to flow through the switch and complete the circuit. In the "off" position, the contacts are separated, breaking the circuit and preventing the flow of electricity.