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Our HTLT Series miniature Hall Effect joystick from OTTO is a proportional linear output finger joystick with a pushbutton option featuring 6 different button styles.

Architectural lighting enhances buildings and open spaces, enhancing their identity and aesthetics. To protect it adequately, highly reliable electrical connection solutions are needed.

The LP30M offers rugged, sealed construction with LED illumination in a large, 30mm diameter, button. This precision snap-action switch is designed for use in off-highway, material handling, industrial controls, marine, medical and other demanding applications.

Discover the future of cable management with our cable entry systems! Tired of tedious cable glands? We have the solution!

The P7-D pushbutton is a double break, momentary precision snap-action switch with a contoured dome style round or square pushbutton for use in instrument panels, grips, computers, heavy equipment and other applications where attractive rugged pushbutton switches are required.

The HP7 is a momentary pushbutton switch that utilizes Hall Effect sensor technology for long life contactless switching.

In the realm of electrical safety devices, distinguishing between Residual Current Devices (RCDs) and Residual Current Circuit Breakers with Overcurrent Protection (RCBOs) is crucial. This guide will help with the differences between an RCBO and an RCD, aiding in selecting the most suitable option for your needs.

The differences between AC (Alternating Current) contactors and DC (Direct Current) contactors primarily stem from their design and performance characteristics tailored to their respective power sources.

A limit switch is a highly robust device that uses the contact of a moving part to activate the switch actuator which triggers the electrical contacts, allowing the circuit to be turned on or off for a specific control purpose. Limit switches are simple cost effective devices with highly predictable and consistent performance. They can switch high inductive loads and are not affected by electromagnetic noise. Understanding and selecting appropriate limit switches will improve the overall efficiency and logic of the control system.

The P7 series incorporates OTTO controls patented double break design in a significantly smaller package than the P1 series. These subminiature switches embrace today’s technology requirements by allowing for a large number of switches to fit within a faceplate or a small panel space.

Contactors is an electro-mechanical device for frequent or rapid switching of circuits on/off, ideal for high-current applications

The G3-C Grip is designed for use with OTTO controls push-buttons, rockers, toggles and Hall effect switches, and can handle many types of high-performance industrial vehicle, material handling and machinery applications.

With the colder months fast approaching, we stock a large range of cost effective heaters and thermostats to protect your installation from condensation.

When a simple but uber reliable timeclock solution is required, our Schrack modular analogue timeclock is a quick and easy to set and forget solution.

Landscape and archiectual lighting requires connectors that not only perform the electrical connection function but also meet the environmental demands of being dust and water proof.

Its a New Year, and we have new pricing on our power supplies! Not only will you save money on our supplies, but due to the compact design you will also save valuable real estate in your design!

OTTO specializes in precision controls for the most demanding military and aerospace applications, offering a wide variety of product offerings and configurations, such as actuator styles, circuitry configurations, electrical ratings, terminations, button styles, and standard grip shapes. Meet your military specifications with OTTO grips, joysticks and over 3500 military qualified control switches that are designed and tested to meet the highest standards. Our controls feature high cycle life, extreme temperature ratings, fully sealed, and resistance to potentially harmful environmental elements.

The numbers that follow IP (Ingress Protection) each have a specific meaning. The first indicates the degree of protection (of people) from moving parts, as well as the protection of enclosed equipment from foreign bodies (dust, dirt, objects etc). The second defines the protection level that the enclosure enjoys from various forms of moisture (drips, sprays, submersion etc)

Our IP66 enclosures are known for their durability and strength to withstand demanding environments like, manufacturing plants, outdoor installations, or areas with high exposure to moisture, chemicals or pollutants.

Our Schrack 7 function timer is made in Austria and din mountable. It can operate with a wide input voltage range of 12-240V AC/DC.

Landscaping, irrigation, lighting, pumping, and signage applications, are some of the toughest tests for electrical connectors. Often subjected to freezing and high temperatures, direct sunlight, heavy rain, chemicals and even full submersion in water, or buried underground, the connectors need to perform year after year.

CBI and Noark are brands you can trust and when it comes to circuit protection, where your life or equipment is on the line we don’t compromise. We stock a comprehensive range of AC and DC MCBs for the Australian market.

Load-break switches can be used anywhere where compact ON-OFF switches with large contact gaps (isolators), high contact pressure, and greater short circuit protection is required.

With Summer fast approaching we stock a large range of enclosure fans and thermostats to keep your enclosure contents cool.

Our range of enclosures is vast and offers you the ability to house and protect your electrical, electronic, hydraulic and pneumatic components from environmental conditions as well as protect personnel from equipment risks.

We are stocking distribution blocks, which are ideal for splitting conductors in power distribution circuits, or used to combine current sources such as batteries into a single large conductor in renewable energy systems.

The new PC7 signal tower from Auer Signal is one of the most versatile light towers, available. In terms of creative design, performance, application possibilities and future suitability, it just can’t get any better!

We have expanded our range of Din mounted power supplies, and now carry both modular, and industrial designs. Our industrial range are very compact in size and exceptionally well built, with a 24V 20A supply only 48mm wide, saving you valuable real estate in your design.

We are happy to announce that we are now carrying stock of Noark's world leading DC circuit breakers in both the 500V DC MCB, and the higher rated, DC MCCB ranges in Australia., typically for solar systems with 30kW or more of installed capacity.

Our Signalling devices are often used for long distance signalling. The high sound level and high luminosity of the products make them especially suitable for applications where visibility and sound over a long distance are important.

The grid and system protection relay, NA003-M64 from TELE Haase, provides secondary protection monitoring, where grid and system protection is required, typically for solar systems with 30kW or more of installed capacity.

Techno IP68 connectors are specified and used to provide connections for the lighting system at the Singapore Grand Prix night time race. These waterprrof connectors are chosen for the high IP rating, excellent electrical performance, robust construction and ease of use.

The Supertree grove at Singapore’s famous Gardens by the Bay are connected with Techno TH400 waterproof cable joiners.

Meet your military specifications with OTTO grips, joysticks and over 3500 military-qualified control switches that are designed and tested to meet the highest standards.

The new M22 series of Industrial Pilot devices, combine modern European styling with an attractive slim design, long life, and worldwide approvals.

Melbourne's Sound Tube has been upgraded with advanced lighting technology, creating a dynamic user experience. Over 10,000 Techno connectors from Switches Plus were used to power the lighting elements, providing efficient installation and minimal repair time. Techno's waterproof Tee connectors are durable and require no maintenance, making them suitable for challenging environments.