custom power-on switches

[rickytheraccoon]

I want to install a flip switch to power on my computer. Like a lever. Anyone know what I'm talking about? Where could I get one of these. Thanks

 

[stool]

Welcome to the forums.

You can try any of the regular electronics shops online. Here's one to start you off;

All Electronics

Just remember it should be a momentray on switch.

 

[GOD Macktruck]

i always liked the looks of this switch

http://www.frozencpu.com/cgi-bin/frozencpu/ele-95.html

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[tom10167]

I bought some throw switches at Home Depot for about $3, these are the ones you see on submarine dashboards, the wiring was about as complex as flicking on a light switch. The Dremeling, on the other hand, was about as complex as flicking off a light switch.
EDIT: The switches I got are basically what Macktruck posted, sans the big red cover.

 

[Ugmore Baggage]

The ones we see on submarine dashboards?!!
I didn't even know submarines had dashboards!
The only dashboard I usually see has KIA written on it.

 

[Agent_Mull]

That is a sweet *** switch. but it wouldnt go good w/ my case

 

[jimstandard]

i want to use those switches for my fan controllers

 

[don256us]

i always liked the looks of this switch

http://www.frozencpu.com/cgi-bin/frozencpu/ele-95.html

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That switch is not a momentary switch. As stated by stool it must be momentary to be used for power or reset. This switch will work fine for its stated purpose of fans and lights. Note that they say it is good for your computer but don't list power or reset. That was not a mistake.

Welcome to the forums.

 

[TheFrag]

ya know, if he really wanted to, he could quickly flip it on then off. But yeah, otherwise your gonna need a momentary switch.