Top Ten Off Switches

I like number 1,5. It reminds me of someone. The orange head, three legs etc.
Memories.:rolleyes:

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Originally Posted by lynx

So you can isolate the equipment from line voltage without removing the plug.

Very useful if you want to maintain grounding.
Very common in UK.

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oh.:unsure:
Why would you ever need to maintain ground though?

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Originally Posted by kaiweiler

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Originally Posted by peat moss

In an automobile I was thinking , like an on off heater switch . :)

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I like this idea!
:)

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I always liked the less working parts the better . :D

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Originally Posted by rossco

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Originally Posted by lynx

So you can isolate the equipment from line voltage without removing the plug.

Very useful if you want to maintain grounding.
Very common in UK.

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oh.:unsure:
Why would you ever need to maintain ground though?

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So that you are constantly removing the chance of any static buildup when working on your PC. This wasn't the original intention, of course, but it's a bonus.

The spring contacts on UK plugs are quite strong so removing plugs can be difficult for some people, and the risk of damage is increased too. Having a switch means you don't have to remove the plug as often.

Ah go easy on him Lynx he's never seen a 6 volt car battery either . I on the other hand ,have owned a few old sports cars .:pinch:

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Originally Posted by lynx

The spring contacts on UK plugs are quite strong so removing plugs can be difficult for some people...

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Yeah.

Some UK people. :whistling

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Originally Posted by peat moss

I on the other hand ,have owned a few old sports cars .:pinch:

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MGBs?

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Originally Posted by peat moss

Ah go easy on him Lynx he's never seen a 6 volt car battery either . I on the other hand ,have owned a few old sports cars .:pinch:

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I haven't?:blink:

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Originally Posted by clocker

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Originally Posted by peat moss

I on the other hand ,have owned a few old sports cars .:pinch:

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MGBs?

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Yes and a few tr 6's , my good friend preferred the Healy Bug Eyed Sprite and owned a rare tr4 . I'v owned a new Austin Mini and a MGB , the mini was the wife's about 1980 I think ? :happy:

One day, I'll get a #2 for my computer or something.

You can tell someone about to flip a switch like that means serious business.