Schneider Electric Granted Switch Patent to Eliminate Dead Travel
Time:2026-05-20 Browse: 0
Schneider Electric Industrial has been granted a new patent for an innovative switch design aimed at eliminating “dead travel” and improving operational precision. The patent, titled “Switch”, was officially published under authorization number CN224177262U by the China National Intellectual Property Administration, with the application filed in May 2024.
The patented switch design features:
Base: housing a movable conductor
Panel: partially covering the base
Sliding member: positioned on the panel side facing the base, capable of sliding along a predefined direction when the panel is moved. It includes a toggle groove that drives the movable conductor between on and off positions during sliding.
Elastic element: positioned between the toggle groove wall and the adjacent end of the movable conductor
This innovative arrangement ensures that the switch cannot stop in an intermediate “dead” position between on and off, effectively eliminating unintended or incomplete actuation. As a result, the switch offers a more compact structure, improved aesthetics, and a better user experience.
The patent underscores Schneider Electric’s commitment to precision, usability, and innovation in low-voltage switching devices, reinforcing its leadership in reliable and user-friendly electrical solutions.
