A compact 7×7mm 6-pin push button switch, available in two actions — choose above. The Self-Locking (latching) version stays in place when pressed and releases on a second press, making it a perfect on/off power button. The Momentary version is active only while you hold it down, ideal for reset, mode and trigger buttons. Both share the same 6-pin DPDT layout for through-hole PCB mounting, switching two independent circuits at once.
- Compact 7×7mm body, 6-pin DPDT
- Choose Self-Locking (latch) or Momentary
- Through-hole PCB mounting
- Switches two circuits at once (2-pole)
- Self-Locking ideal as a power on/off button
- Positive, tactile click action
- Common in audio gear, power supplies & DIY
- Standard DIP footprint, easy to solder
Specifications
What's in the box
Sold individually — pick Self-Locking or Momentary above. Buy as many as you need.
Great for
Getting started
- Pick your action
Self-Locking latches on and off with each press (great for power). Momentary is on only while pressed (great for reset/trigger).
- Identify the pins
It's a 6-pin DPDT — two independent pole groups of three pins. Use a multimeter's continuity mode to confirm which pins switch together.
- Solder into your board
Drop the pins through your PCB or perfboard holes and solder underneath. The standard DIP spacing fits common layouts.
- Wire your circuit
For a power button, run your supply through one pole of the Self-Locking version. Switch a relay or MOSFET if your load exceeds the contact rating.
Common questions
What's the difference between Self-Locking and Momentary?
Self-Locking (latching) stays in its pressed state — press once for on, press again for off — so it holds without you holding it. Momentary is only active while you press it and springs back when released. Choose the action that suits your project above.
How many circuits can it switch?
It's a 6-pin DPDT switch, so it controls two independent circuits (two poles) at the same time. You can use one pole or both.
Is it PCB or panel mount?
It's a through-hole PCB switch with DIP pins, designed to solder straight onto a board or perfboard rather than mount through a panel cutout.
What current can it handle?
These are signal-level switches — roughly 0.5A at 50VDC. For mains voltage or higher-current loads, use the switch to control a relay or MOSFET rather than switching the load directly.
Can I use it as a power button?
Yes — the Self-Locking version is ideal for a latching power on/off button, as it holds its state without being held down.
Good to know: Contact rating is signal-level — for mains or high-current loads, switch a relay or MOSFET with it rather than the load directly. Need a handful? Buying 3 or more unlocks a lower per-unit price — see the quantity discounts above.