Buttons & Switches
Browse our range of buttons and switches for your electronics projects. From momentary pushbuttons and tact switches to toggle switches, microswitches, and illuminated options, we stock the components you need for control panels, Arduino builds, and interactive designs.
Whether you're a hobbyist, student, or professional, these switches suit everything from STEM kits to industrial prototypes. Available in various sizes, colours, and configurations with fast shipping across Australia.
Magnetic contact switch (door sensor)
SKU: AF-375 | Brand: Adafruit
A magnetic reed switch encased in an ABS plastic shell, commonly used to detect when a door, window, or drawer is opened. The switch half contains a normally-open reed contact, and the other half is a magnet. When the...
Delivered by Thu 2 Jul
2 Terminal 2 Position ON OFF Toggle Switch
SKU: LB-LS0469 | Brand: Little Bird
A simple and reliable SPST toggle switch for controlling power in your electronics projects. Flip the lever to switch between ON and OFF positions — ideal for powering circuits, motors, LEDs, and other 12V loads. Key...
Delivered by Fri 12 Jun
Black Snap Action Keyboard Switch - PCB Mount
SKU: TB-SP0721 | Brand: Little Bird
This black snap-action keyboard switch is a PCB-mount, single-pole momentary pushbutton. The switch is normally open (SPST) and closes only while the button is depressed, making it suitable for keyboards, keypads, con...
Delivered by Fri 12 Jun
6mm SPST Micro Tactile Switch
SKU: TB-SP0603 | Brand: Little Bird
A normally open SPST micro tactile switch in a compact 6×6mm package. This single-action momentary push button is designed for PCB mounting and is suitable for a wide range of electronics projects and prototyping appl...
Delivered by Fri 12 Jun
Slow Vibration Sensor Switch (Hard to trigger)
SKU: AF-1767 | Brand: Adafruit
A low-sensitivity, non-directional vibration switch that acts as a simple motion detector. Inside, a stiff spring is coiled around a central metal pin — when the switch is shaken or moved with enough force, the spring...
Delivered by Fri 12 Jun
Toggle Switch
SKU: SF-COM-09276 | Brand: SparkFun
This heavy-duty SPST toggle switch provides simple on/off control for power circuits and panel-mounted applications. Rated for 2 A at 250 V AC or 4 A at 125 V AC, it's suitable for both mains-voltage and low-voltage p...
Delivered by Fri 12 Jun
6mm Rainbow Tactile Button Deluxe Party Tray - 160 Pieces
SKU: AF-4184 | Brand: Adafruit
The 6mm Rainbow Tactile Button Deluxe Party Tray is a 160-piece assortment of colour-coded momentary tactile switches, each pre-assembled with a round coloured cap. The buttons come in a handy round plastic carry case...
Delivered by Thu 2 Jul
Red Snap Action Keyboard Switch - PCB Mount
SKU: TB-SP0720 | Brand: Little Bird
PCB Mount, single pole, momentary. Suitable for keyboards, security systems, etc. 5 colours. - These switches are normally open SPST. When button is depressed the switch closes, but only while the button is down.- C...
Delivered by Fri 12 Jun
DIP Switch - 8 Position
SKU: SF-COM-08034 | Brand: SparkFun
A standard DIP switch with 8 individual switch positions at 0.1″ (2.54mm) pin spacing. Fits directly into breadboards and standard PCB through-holes for easy prototyping and configuration. Specifications Positions ...
Delivered by Fri 12 Jun
Magnetic Door Switch Set
SKU: SF-COM-13247 | Brand: SparkFun
This is the Magnetic Door Switch Set, a small reed switch assembly specifically designed to alert you when doors, drawers, or any other aperture opens. These types of switches are primarily used in home security syste...
Delivered by Fri 12 Jun
Tactile Button - SMD (6mm)
SKU: SF-COM-12992 | Brand: SparkFun
This is an SMD 6mm square SPST button. What we really like is the little button head and good tactile feel (it ‘clicks’ really well). This button is great for user input or a good reset button on a PCB. As this is an ...
Delivered by Tue 23 Jun
Micro Switch w/Lever - 2 Terminal
SKU: AF-818 | Brand: Adafruit
Micro-switches are often found in arcade buttons and joysticks but they're also really handy in any kind of mechatronics project or when you need a basic sensor. They are always 'tactile' (clicky feeling), and 'moment...
Delivered by Thu 2 Jul
Magnetic Contact Switch Sensor for Arduino
SKU: DF-SEN0481 | Brand: DFRobot
This magnetic switch (reed switch) consists of two magnetic reeds (usually composed of iron and nickel) sealed in a plastic case. The two magnetic reeds are overlapped but there is a small gap between them. When a sui...
Delivered by Tue 23 Jun
Colourful Arcade Buttons - Clear
SKU: PI-COM0423 | Brand: Pimoroni
Classic arcade buttons in a variety of colours.Ever feel the need to relive the glory days of button mashing in your local arcade?Or possibly you just need to add a button to your project and want something a little m...
Delivered by Fri 12 Jun
Rocker Switch - SPST (round)
SKU: SF-COM-11138 | Brand: SparkFun
A compact round rocker switch for simple on/off power control. This SPST (single pole, single throw) switch is rated up to 10A at 125V AC and panel-mounts into a 20mm diameter hole. Key Features Type – SPST (on/off...
Out of stock
2.1mm DC Power Jack with Rocker Switch
SKU: AF-3643 | Brand: Adafruit
A 2.1 mm DC barrel jack with a built-in rocker switch, giving you a simple on/off control for devices that lack a dedicated power switch. It shares the same PCB footprint as a standard non-switched barrel jack, so it ...
Out of stock
3.5mm SPST Micro Tactile Switch
SKU: TB-SP0602 | Brand: Little Bird
A compact SPST normally-open micro tactile pushbutton switch with a 3.5 mm actuator height. Single-action momentary operation — press to close, release to open. PCB-mount with a 6 × 6 mm footprint, ideal for through-h...
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Lamp Switch - SPST (inline)
SKU: SF-COM-11477 | Brand: SparkFun
This inline switch is great when you just want a simple on/off toggle switch that’s already enclosed. Inside is a simple rocker switch with solder terminals with crimp strain relief. Attach some wires, solder them in ...
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2 x AA Battery Holder with Knife Switch
SKU: AF-3951 | Brand: Adafruit
A 2×AA battery holder with a built-in knife switch for controlling power. Unlike typical slide switches, the knife switch provides a clear visual indicator of open and closed circuit states — making it an excellent to...
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Pushbutton PUSH-ON MOMENTARY SPST RED ACTUATOR
SKU: TB-SP0716 | Brand: Little Bird
A simple, reliable momentary pushbutton switch with a red actuator. Press to close the circuit, release to open — ideal for control panels, reset buttons, and general-purpose switching. Panel-mounts into a 6 mm round ...
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