Worksheet 44-Switches Flashcards
1
Q
What are the two parts of a mechanical switch?
A
Mechanical switches are named by the number of poles and number of throws.
2
Q
What is a basic toggle switch in aircraft installations?
A
A toggle switch is usually a single pole single throw.
3
Q
What is a multi-throw switch?
A
A multi-throw switch is one that may have a single pivot point that can connect to one of many choices. A rotary switch.
4
Q
A momentary on switch is used for what in an aircraft radio installation?
A
Momentary switches can be used for the push to talk, attendant call, ground call or microphone transit button on a hand microphone.
5
Q
Refer to the diagrams and identify the various switch types.
A
A) SPDT
B) DPST
C) Ganged Multi-throw
D) Momentary Off
E) Multi-throw
F) SPST
