Radio Shack Mini SPST 0.5-Amp Momentary Switch (4-Pack)

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★★★☆☆
2.8

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★★★★☆
4.1

 

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Pros

  • Consistent performance (6)
  • Good length (6)
  • Versatile (5)
  • Rugged (3)
  • Good for xbox 360 mods (1)
  • Minimally acceptable (1)
  • Very small size (1)
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Cons

  • Inconsistent signal (5)
  • Wears out quickly (5)
  • Can stick (1)
  • Not a consistent signal (1)
  • Not rugged (1)
  • Plastic body melts (1)

Best Uses

  • High-end equipment (2)
  • Xbox controllers (2)
  • 360 modding maybe (1)
  • Garbage (1)
  • Hobbies (1)
  • Model train controls (1)
  • Xbox 360 (1)
  • Xbox 360 controller (1)
 
 
 

Provided by RadioShack

Stock up on switches with this package of four SPST momentary switches. Normally open, each switch is rated 0.5 amps at 125VAC and mounts in a 1/4” hole.

Specification Description
Model 275-1547
Accessory Indicator Yes
Body Material Multi
Capacity UOM mAh
Country Of Origin China
Description Header Get caught up in our momentary switches.
Display Catalog Number 275-1547
Enclosure Color Multi
Included in the Box Mini SPST 0.5-Amp Momentary Switch (4)
Manufacturer Labor Warranty 90
Manufacturer Parts Warranty 90
MAP Price 0.0
Max Altitude Operating UOM Feet
Model 275-1547
Operating Temperature UOM ° F
Product Type SPST
Supported Languages English

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Product Reviews

Last update: Oct 21, 2009

Radio Shack Mini SPST 0.5-Amp Momentary Switch (4-Pack) Reviews

 
 
 

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[3 of 3 customers found this review helpful]

Most helpful negative review

 
★★★★★
5.0
controllers

"i used this button for a rapid fire button on the back of my 360 controller!!!!..." Read Full Review »

Oct 27, 2008 by john jacobs

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★★☆☆☆
2.0
Poor Quality

"I have purchased almost identical switches from two other vendors that were a bit more reliable and rugged. This particular switch is easily damaged by excessive heat during soldering. The key to successfully soldering these switches is to use a reduced wattage iron (15 watts), use a heat sink clip, pre-tin the wires and only apply heat for about 5 seconds. Or use .110" female disconnect terminals and avoid t..." Read Full Review »

Apr 09, 2009 by Mike

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Radio Shack Mini SPST 0.5-Amp Momentary Switch (4-Pack) Review

Poor Quality

★★☆☆☆
2.0

    Pros

  • None

    Cons

  • Inconsistent Signal
  • Wears Easily

    Best Uses

  • None
 

"I have purchased almost identical switches from two other vendors that were a bit more reliable and rugged. This particular switch is easily damaged by excessive heat during soldering. The key to successfully soldering these switches is to use a reduced wattage iron (15 watts), use a heat sink cli …"  Read Full Review »

Bottom Line No, I would not recommend this to a friend
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Apr 9 2009
Mike
Corona, CA
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[3 of 3 customers found this review helpful]

Radio Shack Mini SPST 0.5-Amp Momentary Switch (4-Pack) Review

controllers

★★★★★
5.0

    Pros

  • Consistent Performance

    Cons

  • None

    Best Uses

  • High-End Equipment
  • Xbox controllers
 

"i used this button for a rapid fire button on the back of my 360 controller!!!! "

Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend
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Oct 27 2008
john jacobs
san jose, california
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  • Casual User
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Price: $3.49
 
 

Radio Shack Mini SPST 0.5-Amp Momentary Switch (4-Pack) Review

Not a rugged switch

★☆☆☆☆
1.0

    Pros

  • Good Length

    Cons

  • Not rugged
  • Wears Easily

    Best Uses

  • None
 

"I have used 8 of these switches for a door entry control panel, which receives 20 - 40 operations per day. I have had three of these switches break in a 6 month period. "

Bottom Line No, I would not recommend this to a friend
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Oct 14 2009
bigwheel
Indianapolis
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  • Enthusiast
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[1 of 1 customers found this review helpful]

Radio Shack Mini SPST 0.5-Amp Momentary Switch (4-Pack) Review

Junk

★☆☆☆☆
1.0

    Pros

  • None

    Cons

  • Wears Easily

    Best Uses

  • None
 

"Piece of junk. Tried using it for a Cub Scout project making flashlights. Out of 8 switches, 2 didn't work out of the package and by the end of the project only 2 worked as they should. 2 stopped functioning at all and the other 2 turned into monentary "off" switches. "

Bottom Line No, I would not recommend this to a friend
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Jun 26 2008
Cub Master
Chicago, IL
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  • Practical
  • Tech Savvy
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Radio Shack Mini SPST 0.5-Amp Momentary Switch (4-Pack) Review

Great size

★★★★☆
4.0

    Pros

  • Good Length

    Cons

  • Inconsistent Signal

    Best Uses

  • None
 

"I used this on my modded xbox 360 controller. great size for the controller. its not very heavy duty so obviously it would break easy.be careful when soldering to this because its easy to melt the plastic. "

Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend
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Apr 18 2009
Like A Ninja
TX
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  • Casual User
Reviewed at:
Price: $3.49
 
 
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