A multiposition switch operated by rotating a control knob (attached to its shaft) either clockwise, counterclockwise, or both.

a device wherein a rotary contact member coacts with stationary contacts so that as the rotary member rotates the circuit between each of the stationary contacts and the rotary contact is made and broken in a predetermined sequence

a midcontact switch part of the schematic with the contacts arranged in a full or partial circle

A multicontact switch with contacts arranged in a circular or semi-circular manner.

Electromechanical device that has a rotating shaft connected to one terminal capable of making or breaking a connection to one or more other terminals.

A switch assembled on a central shaft and actuated by manual rotation of the shaft.

A rotary switch is a type of switch that is used on devices which have two or more different "states" or modes of operation, such as a three-speed fan or a CB radio with multiple frequencies of reception or "channels".