Part Details
When sourcing hardware for heavy-duty tactical vehicles, exact specifications matter. The ELECTRICAL ENGINE STARTER SWITCH listed at Part Sale is a manually operated component specifically built to close the circuit of an electrical engine starter or its attendant solenoid control circuit. This hardware incorporates a vacuum lock-out mechanism or utilizes a switch contact independently mounted on the starter, distinguishing it from standard switches.
Technical Specifications and Design
The technical configuration of this component is engineered for reliability under demanding operational environments. Key physical and functional traits include:
- Design Type: Lever
- Usage Design: Starter motor contact terminal
- Contact Break Type: Single
- Automatic Choke Terminal: Not included
- Mounting Method: Threaded
- Submersibility: Nonsubmersible
- Special Features: Weapon system essential with critical application requirements
- Supplementary Features: Ignition switch functionality with a 1.83-inch diameter
Manufacturers and Cross-Reference Data
Several approved manufacturers produce components matching these technical criteria under different part numbers and CAGE codes:
- Cole Hersee Company (CAGE: 13445) – Part Number: 956-3124
- DRS Sustainment Systems, Inc. (CAGE: 98255) – Part Number: SW23874
- Engineered Arresting Systems Corporation (CAGE: 21439) – Part Number: 90001-405
- NMC/Wollard, Inc. (CAGE: 44185) – Part Number: F104281
Applications and End Item Use
This electrical engine starter switch is designated as weapon system essential and is integrated into heavy-duty logistical and transport platforms. Notable end item applications include:
- Heavy Expanded Mobility Tactical Truck (HEMTT)
- Heavy Equipment Transporter (HET)
- Palletized Loading System (PLS) variants