Current Switches — Universal rotary power switch LW5-16/3 (LW5D) Key benefits Simple, reliable manual selection: three-position, three-section rotary design lets an operator select between states or circuits quickly and unambiguously. Durable contact performance: 16A silver contacts provide low-resistance conduction and consistent switching over repeated use. Versatile installation: universal combination selector format supports multi-section switching needs in compact form. What this product does Acts as a combination rotary power/selector switch with 3 gears (positions) and 3 sections, enabling simultaneous switching of multiple circuits with one rotary action. Provides mechanical, manual control of current paths in electrical control circuits where a reliable multi-section selector is required. Key specifications (as provided) Model: LW5-16/3; designation LW5D Function: selection combination rotary power switch Positions: 3 gears (3 positions) Sections: 3 sections (multi-pole switching) Contact rating: 16 A Contact material: silver Material: paper Why customers need it / problems it solves Replaces multiple separate switches by combining several switching sections into one compact rotary unit, reducing panel clutter and simplifying wiring. Silver contacts reduce contact resistance and improve service life compared with lower-quality contact materials, reducing maintenance and contact failure risk. The 3-position, 3-section arrangement enables coordinated switching of multiple circuits for sequence control, source selection, or mode selection without additional control logic. Practical attributes Function: multi-section rotary selector for manual power or circuit selection. Compatibility: suitable for applications requiring a 3-position multi-pole selector switch with a 16A contact rating and silver contacts. Material note: paper (as specified) is listed as material; confirm application suitability if specific insulation or environmental resistance is required. Performance: intended for repeated manual switching at the specified contact rating; silver contacts support reliable electrical performance. Use scenarios / applications Control panel mode selection: switch between Off / Low / High or three operational modes on industrial equipment where three coordinated circuits must change together. Source or line switching: select among three supply lines or routes in equipment that requires manual source selection with simultaneous multi-pole switching. Machine sequencing or safety interlocks: provide a single operator-controlled selector that changes multiple control circuits together for staged start/stop or maintenance procedures. Installation and selection guidance Verify that the 16A contact rating and the specified contact material (silver) meet the electrical load and environmental requirements of your system. Confirm the 3-position, 3-section configuration matches the control logic or wiring scheme needed for coordinated switching of multiple circuits. If panel or enclosure requirements call for specific insulating or environmental materials, review the listed material "paper" and assess suitability for the intended installation environment. Trust and reliability Designed as a universal selector in the LW5 series family (LW5-16/3, LW5D), offering straightforward manual control and durable silver-contact switching for routine industrial and commercial applications.