A 6-pin switch typically refers to a Double Pole Double Throw (DPDT) toggle or rocker switch. It has two separate input circuits (poles) and two output positions (throws), allowing you to control two circuits simultaneously or reverse polarity.
Pin layout (common pattern, check your datasheet):
- Two vertical rows of three pins each.
- Middle pins: commons (inputs from power or source).
- Top pins: outputs for one throw (ON position 1).
- Bottom pins: outputs for the other throw (ON position 2).
Common uses:
- Motor reversing: Cross-wire the outputs to swap polarity for forward/reverse.
- Signal routing: Send one input to one of two outputs on two channels.
- ON-ON or ON-OFF-ON variants: Determine whether there is a center OFF.
Basic wiring steps:
- Identify pinout with a multimeter (continuity) or diagram.
- Connect your two inputs to the two middle pins.
- Connect outputs/devices to the top and bottom pins per desired behavior.
- Observe current/voltage ratings; add fuses/diodes for motors (flyback).
- Insulate connections and test with low power first.
