Switches, switching systems and sensors for electronic systems
Pioneering spirit - then as now:
The businessman Johannes Marquardt and the technician Johannes Marquardt began developing switches in the 1920s. They designed and produced them for electrical appliances and power tools. The siblings are considered pioneers in the electrical industry. This spirit of innovation still characterizes the company's culture today.
Marquardt was the first German company to begin manufacturing microswitches (snap-action switches or snap-action switches) - an innovation that had a major impact on the production and economic viability of electronic devices.
The electronic laboratory:
Following the urge for innovation and progress, the Marquardt company established its own facility for product development. As a result, the company pushed the creation of new types of switches and pushbuttons - for electronic power tools, for example. The German manufacturer set a benchmark with the launch of the 1055 microswitch series.
Marquardt employs more than 10,600 people at 20 locations. Its core business focuses on the three segments of mechatronics, electromobility and networking. The electrical components (e.g., switches, sensors, and pushbuttons) represent specialized product solutions for numerous industries and application areas. These include automotive (e.g., off-road and trucks), power tools, medical technology, household appliances and drive technology.
Top product categories from Marquardt: Switches from Marquardt
For decades, Marquardt has focused on progress in the development of its products (e.g., switches, pushbuttons, drive authorization systems or sensors). Resource-saving electronic components for more sustainability and performance
Rocker switches from Marquardt
For controlling the power supply of electronic devices, the use of a rocker switch is recommended. Marquardt rocker switches are installed in numerous industrial and electrical applications, offering a high level of user safety and cost-effectiveness. Due to their low installation depth, they can be used in numerous electrical devices.
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Snap-action switches and microswitches for modern industry
Marquardt's mechanically operable electrical components comply with dust and water protection IP 67. In addition, they have an integrated disconnection aid for contact welds and a wide switching capacity range. Snap-action switches are ideal for industrial applications (e.g., automotive, or medical technology) due to their small size and long service life.
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Pressure switches and pushbuttons - power-efficient electronic components
Pressure switches or pushbuttons are ideal for use in industrial systems. The easy handling (manual depressing) ensures that circuits are interrupted or closed immediately. Marquardt produces pressure switch variants with dust and water protection IP 65 / IP 67. Apart from the compact design, the electronic components have a powerful switching system for currents up to 16 amps.
Good to know: Mechanical pressure switches have a high level of fail-safety, as no auxiliary power is required. A robust and compact design ensures increased long-term stability - at a favourable price-performance ratio.
More categories
Short travel key switches, Push button switches
Slide switches, Coding switches
Toggle switches
Foot switches
Rotary switches, Rotary selector switches
Accessories for switches
Top products from Marquardt
Rocker switches of the product series 1830
The two-pole rocker switches of the 1830 product series from Marquardt can be installed using a flat plug (4.8 millimetres). The low overall height also allows installation in small electronic devices. The switching function of the electronic component: Changeover switch with OFF position in the centre (DPDT centre OFF).
To the productSingle-pole short-travel switches of the 3006 product series at Bürklin Elektronik
Marquardt manufactures short-travel switches for electronic devices. A particular product advantage is the low overall height. As a result, the German manufacturer's switches can be found in numerous applications (systems, household appliances or in medical technology). A pleasant actuation characteristic due to the clearly recognizable or perceptible pressure point characterizes the component.
To the productSnap-action switch from the 1005 series by Marquardt
The snap-action switches of the 1005 product series are recommended for the fields of drive technology, building services and medical technology. The switch housing of the electrical components is made of polyamide and has ideal material properties: waterproof, robust, and dimensionally stable, low weight, high elasticity, and durability. The switching force is 1.5 to 2.5 Newton, the switching capacity is ten amperes.
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