Mini Toggle Switch — ON-OFF / ON-ON / ON-OFF-ON, 2 3 4 6 Pin, for Dashboard & DIY Projects

Pin count depends on your circuit needs. A 2-pin (SPST) switch simply opens or closes one circuit — ideal for basic on/off control of a single load. A 3-pin (SPDT) switch routes current between two paths, useful for reversing polarity or selecting between two circuits. A 4-pin (DPST) switch controls two independent circuits simultaneously with one toggle. A 6-pin (DPDT) switch offers the most flexibility, controlling two circuits with two output paths each — commonly used in DC motor direction control and relay bypass wiring.

ON-OFF has two positions: circuit closed (ON) or open (OFF) — the most common configuration for simple switching. ON-ON has two positions, both active — toggling between two live circuits with no open state. ON-OFF-ON has three positions: two active states with a neutral center-off position, typically used where a momentary break between states is required, such as forward/stop/reverse motor control.

Mini toggle switches of this type are generally rated for 3A–6A at 125V AC or 1.5A–3A at 250V AC. For DC applications such as automotive or 12V systems, they typically handle 10A–20A at 12V DC. Exact ratings vary by configuration — please contact us to confirm the datasheet for your selected type before use in high-current applications.

These switches are designed for use in protected panel environments — automotive dashboards, enclosed control boxes, and indoor hobby panels. For outdoor or moisture-exposed installations, we recommend pairing with a waterproof rubber boot cover (sold separately) to protect the toggle mechanism from water ingress and corrosion. They are generally not rated for direct weather exposure without additional protection.

Mini toggle switches of this form factor typically require a panel cutout of approximately 6mm (≈1/4") in diameter. The threaded bushing is generally M6 with a standard pitch, secured with the included nut. Always verify with a caliper before drilling, as panel thickness and material can affect the fit and the amount of thread available for the nut.

Absolutely — mini toggle switches are a staple in hobby electronics. They are commonly used in model railroad layout switching, RC vehicle kill switches and direction control, custom Arduino or Raspberry Pi control panels, and low-voltage LED lighting circuits. Their compact size and standard solder-lug terminals make them easy to integrate into breadboard or PCB-based builds.

A 6-pin DPDT switch has two rows of three terminals. Each row functions as an independent SPDT switch. Connect your positive supply to the center terminal of the top row and your negative supply to the center terminal of the bottom row. Connect the motor leads to the outer terminals, crossing them between rows. Toggling the switch reverses the polarity across the motor terminals, changing the direction of rotation. This is the standard H-bridge-free method for reversing small DC motors.