There are a wide variety of actuator types to choose from. They include pin, side and roller plungers; cross, side and top rotary actuators; wobble actuators, cat whisker actuators and actuators that are manually activated. The desired motion of the actuator and the type and degree of forces will be factors to take into consideration when making this decision. Shape, speed, direction and total travel of the part being used to trip the switch and the accuracy desired also need to be considered. For example, linear actuation would be suitable to a pin-plunger actuator. To ensure you have the right product for your application, Honeywell offers a complete range of actuation choices.