pressure switch
A 'pressure switch' is an essential component in systems requiring automatic control based on fluid or mechanical pressure levels.
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Definition
B2Industrial Systems
(technical)A device that activates an electrical circuit when a specific fluid pressure is reached.
Example
- The pressure switch in the air compressor turns it off when the tank reaches the desired pressure.
B2Security Systems
(technical)A component that triggers an action in response to mechanical force, such as stepping on a pressure-sensitive mat.
Example
- The security system's pressure switch activates the alarm when someone steps on the mat.
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