Monkmakes Squid Latching Push Button Switch for Raspberry Pi

Monkmakes Squid Latching Push Button Switch for Raspberry Pi offers tactile on and off control for Raspberry Pi projects, with a latching action that toggles with each press.

Overview

This chunky pushbutton is designed to add manual control to prototypes, educational kits, and other builds where reliable manual input is required. Clicking it once turns a function on, and clicking it again turns it off. The latching mechanism provides clear feedback, so it is easy to tell when a circuit is engaged or disengaged.

Key Features

• Built-in current-limiting resistor that provides protection for Raspberry Pi GPIO pins
• Helps prevent a short circuit if the switch is accidentally connected across power connections
• Designed for direct connection to GPIO pins without requiring additional external components
• Trailing leads for easy soldering or connection to a breadboard
• Compact yet durable construction built to withstand frequent use

Applications

The switch suits interactive displays, control panels, and use as a master power switch for a Raspberry Pi-based device.

Specifications

• Action: Latching (on/off with each press)
• Key Feature: Built-in protection resistor
• Connection: Trailing leads for direct GPIO connection
• Compatibility: Designed for Raspberry Pi GPIO
• Height: 36.5 mm
• Width: 26 mm
• Depth: 13.5 mm
• Weight: 7.3 grams

Choose the Monkmakes Squid Latching Push Button Switch when you need a simple, latching manual input for Raspberry Pi builds.