KCD4-604-6P 6-Pin DPDT Rocker Switch – 3-Position Forward-Stop-Reverse, 16A 250V

The KCD4-604-6P is a six-pin, three-position DPDT (Double-Pole Double-Throw) rocker switch designed for high-current switching and bidirectional motor control. Its three operating positions—Forward, Stop, and Reverse—make it particularly suited to reversing the rotation direction of DC motors in industrial control circuits, automation systems, and small lifting equipment. The switch is rated for a maximum current of 16A at 250V AC, with a working rating of 15A at 250V, providing sufficient capacity for heavy electrical loads encountered in workshop and machinery environments.

The contact system uses a DPDT configuration with six terminals, allowing two independent circuits to be switched simultaneously. Contact resistance is specified at ≤20mΩ (per the source listing), insulation resistance at ≥100MΩ, and dielectric withstand voltage at AC 1500V for one minute (50Hz), with a separate dielectric intensity rating of ≥1800V AC for three seconds. The electrical life is rated at more than 10,000 operations, and the operating temperature range is -25°C to +85°C. The actuating force is specified as 1.3N ±0.5N, giving a firm but manageable switching action.

The switch body is constructed from durable plastic (ABS per comparable listings) and is supplied with a protective plastic cover that shields the rocker mechanism from dust and accidental contact, enhancing safety in industrial environments. The panel-mount design uses a snap-in cutout—typically 30×22mm for the KCD4 family—with overall body dimensions in the range of approximately 31×25×35mm (depending on the exact variant and whether the cover is included). The switch is a passive electromechanical component and does not require any power supply or control circuitry beyond the circuit being switched.