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Pull switch is also called
Push button switch
Cord Switch
Two way switch
Single pole switch
Cord Switch
A pull switch, commonly used in residential and commercial lighting, is operated by pulling a cord or string attached to a spring-loaded mechanism. It is technically referred to as a cord switch or ceiling switch because it is typically mounted on the ceiling and controlled remotely via a drop-cord.
A pull switch, commonly used in residential and commercial lighting, is operated by pulling a cord or string attached to a spring-loaded mechanism. It is technically referred to as a cord switch or ceiling switch because it is typically mounted on the ceiling and controlled remotely via a drop-cord.
FpullтАЛ>FspringтАЛ тАФ Required force condition to actuate the internal contacts
The mechanism relies on a ratchet or cam arrangement connected to a spring-loaded toggle. When the cord is pulled, it rotates the internal mechanism to change the contact position (ON to OFF or vice versa) and then returns the mechanism to the standby position using a spring, allowing the next pull to toggle the switch again.
Commonly installed in bathrooms or kitchens for safety to keep electricity away from wet areas.
The switch operates on a 'make-and-break' cycle triggered by a tension force on the cord.
Ceiling mounting prevents physical contact with the electrical supply during operation.
Enhanced safety in damp environments like bathrooms.
Provides easy access to control lighting from the center of a room.
The pull cord is prone to wear and tear over time.
Mechanical parts are more complex than standard wall-mounted rockers.
Bathroom lighting controls.
Wall-mounted bed-side lamps.
Ceiling fan speed regulators.
Also known as a ceiling rose switch in some regions.
Option A is incorrect because push buttons provide instantaneous contact via direct pressure.
Option C is incorrect because a two-way switch involves two distinct locations for control.
Option D is a broad classification; while a pull switch is a type of single-pole switch, 'Cord Switch' is the specific descriptive name.
B is correct тАФ The pull switch is specifically designated as a cord switch due to its operation via a string or cord mechanism.
In electrical wiring exams, always look for the functional synonym if the common industry term is provided; 'pull' and 'cord' are functionally synonymous in switch nomenclature.