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“Rock Out” with a Double-pole, Single-throw Rocker SwitchRocker Switch

Posted on 7/30/25 10:16 AM

A switch is an electrical component used in equipment to “switch” power on and off—technically its function is to open and close a circuit. An open circuit (indicated by a “O” on the rocker) turns devices off, and closing them turns the device on (indicated by a “—” on the rocker) which allows the current to flow again. While it sounds somewhat backwards, it’s the nomenclature of electrical circuits.

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