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Roll-Off Switch

Definition: A roll-off switch is a type of electrical switch that automatically shuts off the power supply when an object or vehicle rolls over it. It is primarily used for safety purposes in various applications such as garage doors, gates, and parking lots.

Senses:

  1. Physical switch: A roll-off switch refers to the physical device installed on the ground or surface that triggers the power cutoff when pressure is applied. It is commonly used in automatic gate systems.
  2. Electrical component: A roll-off switch can also refer to the electrical component integrated into a system or machinery that detects the rolling or movement of an object, activating a response like shutting down the machine or diverting its operational mode.

Examples:

  • When the car rolled over the roll-off switch at the entrance, the gate automatically opened.
  • For increased safety, make sure to install a roll-off switch in your garage door system.
  • The industrial machine is equipped with a roll-off switch that instantly halts its operation if any object rolls onto it unexpectedly.

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