Looking for a push button breadboard switch

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A user is seeking recommendations for a push button switch suitable for a breadboard, specifically to toggle between Vcc and ground for a counter clock. The discussion highlights the importance of choosing between momentary and latching switches, with suggestions to consider tact switches for momentary use and dip-switches for latching. Additionally, it's noted that mechanical switches can bounce upon activation, suggesting the need for a filter to mitigate this issue. The variety of options available on mouser.com adds to the confusion for the user. Ultimately, selecting the right switch type is crucial for achieving the desired functionality in their project.
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Can anyone recommend a push button switch that fits into a breadboard from mouser.com? I just want a push button switch that I can use to switch between Vcc and ground to use as the clock for a counter, but there are so many switches on mouser and I'm not sure which one to get. Can anyone help?
 
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There are more questions to be answered:
Does the interface type really matter?
Does it need to be momentary or latching?

If latching is OK, I would use a dip-switch since that can fit cleanly into a breadboard.
If momentary, I would recommend you search for a tact switch to do what you want.

BTW, don't forget a mechanical switch will bounce when activated. You might want a filter to account for that.
 
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