Switch Terminology - Keithley 3706A User Manual

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Switch terminology
The terms Form A, B, or C are used in switch terminology, throughout this manual, and are described
as follows:
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Form A is simply a single-pole normally-open (SPNO) switch (see next figure) A double-pole
switch normally-open is classified as a 2 Form A.
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Form B is similar to Form A except that its contacts are normally-closed (see next figure). A
double-pole switch normally-closed is classified as a 2 Form B.
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Form C (see next figure) is a single-pole double-throw switch. It could also be a multiple switch
such as a double-pole which would be classified as a 2 Form C.
Figure 12: Switch terminology
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Switch terminology