An issue that owners of old Thermador ovens sometimes run into is a bad sail switch. These switches are used to detect when the cooling fans are on. If the fans are not on, the cooking elements will not work.…

An issue that owners of old Thermador ovens sometimes run into is a bad sail switch. These switches are used to detect when the cooling fans are on. If the fans are not on, the cooking elements will not work.…
One of the cool things about our microswitches is the amount of customization we can do. One part of the switch we can customize is the trip and reset length. The trip length is how far down the switch is…
As you are probably aware, there are many other micro switch brands out there. Two of the biggest are Honeywell and Toneluck. This chart outlines some of the differences between our switches and our competitors. Honeywell and Toneluck switches work…
While all of our standard switches use plastic actuators, we do also offer metal actuators as a custom option. We use metal actuators since they have a more audible “click” when they are pushed down, making it easier to tell…
Micro switches are pretty basic in terms of their functionality. However, there are a few key terms you should know if you’re looking at buying or installing a micro switch. NC – NC stands for normally closed, which means that…
Like all of our micro switches, our sail switches can be customized to work with different applications. There are several different aspects of the switches that can be customized: Sail / Paddle Size Leaf Length Operating Force Terminal Configuration Mounting…
We know that there are many manufacturers of micro-switches out there, many of whom sell their switches at a fraction of the cost that we sell ours. However, JMP switches have advantages over the competition: Customization Highly Reliable Customer Service…
JMP miniature switches can be customized a variety of ways, including different switch mounting options. We offer four standard options, but can build a custom bracket, clip, mounting holes to fit your application. Our four standard options are: Clip-on Mounting…
All micro-switches rely on a certain amount of force being applied to the actuator, which triggers opens or closes the circuit, depending on if the switch is normally open or normally closed. Our standard micro switches have an operating force of…
JMP Switches are available with a number of different terminal variations including single-pole, double throw (SPDT); single-pole, single throw – normally open (SPNO); or single-pole, single throw – normally closed (SPNC). Our standard JMP snap action switches are SPDT allowing…