Whats the part name? - A pin to make a circuit

This is a real newbie question (since I am one).

I am looking for something similar to a phone connector, like the ones used by operators in the 19th century. Though, all I want it to do is to complete a circuit if the pin is in the socket, much like push button switch if the button is down. When the pin is out of the socket, the circuit is open. I guess the genre would be a “simple on/off switch”.

Does anyone know what the name of this type of switch is? I am attempting to look on the internet to purchase a few dozen.

(Note: I do not want to hack together a switch as I’ve already failed miserably. :lol: )

Hello Masterpin,

http://www.oldtemecula.com/sparkfun/switchboard.jpg

You could use standard ¼” stereo jacks. Your two wires would solder to the Ring and Sleeve tabs, not the tip. Use Mono ¼” plugs which will contact both connections when plugged in like a SPST switch.

http://www.amazon.com/GLS-Audio-Jacks-F … tereo+jack

Here are some nice looking knurled plugs if you can wait 2 to 3 weeks for delivery.

http://www.amazon.com/kenable-Stereo-So … tereo+jack

Christopher

masterspin:
I am looking for something similar to a phone connector, like the ones used by operators in the 19th century. Though, all I want it to do is to complete a circuit if the pin is in the socket, much like push button switch if the button is down. When the pin is out of the socket, the circuit is open.

Does anyone know what the name of this type of switch is?

Are you (looking for) bananas ? :mrgreen:

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Banana_connector

http://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/c … -plugs.png

Christopher, looks like your way is best.

Bananas! I forgot those existed.