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DwightSchrute 12.12.2010 10:20 PM

switch question...
 
i know the monster mambas sometimes have bad switches. I'm not sure if i can call this one "bad", but it won't turn off. when i switch it to off, it stays on. i have to unplug it for it to turn off. anyone ever seen this one?

Arct1k 12.12.2010 10:36 PM

A switch can fail open or shut. I'd just cut off an inch out of case and solder together.

DwightSchrute 12.12.2010 10:47 PM

thanks for the reply. i'll make sure i do that.

much appreciated. :yes:

bdebde 12.12.2010 11:21 PM

I have one that does the same... right out of the box.

lincpimp 12.13.2010 12:38 AM

A nice sealed heavy duty metal toggle switch would be my choice. Properly mount it and run the wires nice and secure...

What's_nitro? 12.13.2010 01:01 AM

Don't replace, upgrade! :yes:

http://www.allelectronics.com/make-a...SWITCH//1.html

BrianG 12.13.2010 10:42 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by What's_nitro? (Post 390299)

"on-off-on" SPDT is probably not what he wants, but would work. I use your typical on-off SPST switch like these and they work great. Mounting them is much easier than a slide switch and the insides are sealed. Rather expensive for a small switch, but can be found local. The key is to find a small switch with a relatively high current rating (~5A). These types typically have a more solid "snapping" action, so are less likely to self-actuate when landing jumps or whatever.

What's_nitro? 12.13.2010 12:13 PM

??? The one I linked to is a regular 2-position toggle... It happens to be double pole, but there is no center OFF position.

Edit-

This switch might work better anyways... It's less likely to turn off in a crash.

http://www.allelectronics.com/make-a...-SWITCH/1.html


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