End of Stroke Switch Leaf for Pinball Data East Normally Closed

Most flippers in pinball machines have an “end of stroke” (EOS) switch for each flipper. This switch is located under the playfield near the flipper coil, and it is physically activated by the flipper mechanism once it has rotated fully into the “up” position. The EOS system is employed on certain solenoids such as score reels and some pop bumpers. It can also be used for your left and right flipper buttons instead of using a standard microswitch. 

Data East 180-5018-00 Direct Contact Leaf Microswitches are imported directly from the USA. They are compatible with original Data East, Stern, Bally and Williams Pinballs. In addition, they are of high quality as they have gold-plated contacts that allow a better conductivity and that offers a super sensitive, precise and fast contact that adapts to many functionalities of the Pinball machine.

Uses of Direct Contact Leaf Microswitches

Position Sensing: In pinball machines, various mechanical elements need to move to certain positions to interact with the ball or affect the gameplay. EOS switches are positioned at the endpoints of these movements, and they are activated when the mechanical element reaches its intended position. This information is then used by the pinball machine's control system to determine when to stop the movement.

Safety: EOS switches play a critical safety role in pinball machines. They ensure that mechanical elements like flippers or pop bumpers don't move beyond their intended positions, which could cause damage to the game or pose a risk to players if they malfunction.

Gameplay Control: The state of EOS switches is monitored by the pinball machine's electronics. When an EOS switch is activated, it signals the control system that a particular mechanical element has reached its end position. This information is then used to control the timing of game events, like scoring points, triggering sounds, or enabling specific features of the game.

Features

• Imported from the USA
• Compatible with original Stern, Bally / Williams Pinballs
• High quality, premium brand
• Super sensitive and fast direct contact leaf
• Fits many different applications