What Type of Switch Can Control Both a CD Drive and a Cassette Player Motor?

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The discussion centers on selecting the appropriate switch to control both a CD drive and a cassette player motor, each powered by separate power supplies. A Double Pole Double Throw Centre-Off (DPDT CO) switch is recommended for this application, allowing for the selection between the CD drive and the motor while providing an off position. This switch configuration connects wires A & B in one position, wires C & D in another, and leaves no contact in the center position. Visual aids such as wiring diagrams were requested but not provided in the discussion.

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hello every one
i was wondering what type of switch should i use if i wanted to use two items namely a cd drive and a cassette player motor. both of them are connected to two separate power supplies which means two positve wires and two negative wires. i want to use that type of selector switch which can select between the cd drive and the motor and one selection for off position.
can anybody advise and also send me a pic and wiring diagram of the switch if any.
thanks
 
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You need a Double Pole Double Throw Centre-Off type. Turning it one way will connect wires A & B together. The other way will connect wires C & D. The middle position leaves no contact at all.
I'll get into Paint in a while here and do up a sketch.

edit: No I won't. W's machine, which I'm working on now, doesn't have it. It'll have to wait until I can do it on the Mac and transfer it over to post.
 
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