Illinois Tool Works Inc. · Electronic Components
SW-281-5
Switch, Rotary
Part NumberSW-281-5
ManufacturerIllinois Tool Works Inc.
AvailabilityAvailable to order — request a quote
Specifications
NSN5930-01-047-7024 (NSN)
Federal Item NameSWITCH,ROTARY
Federal Supply Class5930 — Switches
Thread Class2A SINGLE MOUNTING FACILITY
Contact Voltage Rating In Volts6.0 LOWEST DC VOLTAGE RATING AT SEA LEVEL
Nonturn Device TypeFLATTED BUSHING AT 9:00 OCLOCK
Overall Length1.125 INCHES NOMINAL
Precious Material And LocationCONTACTS AND TOTOR BLADES SILVER AND CONTACT AND ROTOR BLADE SURFACES GOLD
Mounting MethodTHREADED BUSHING SINGLE MOUNTING FACILITY
Terminal TypeTAB, SOLDER LUG
Individual Section Quantity1
Style DesignatorMINIATURE, BUSHING MOUNT
Switch Contact Basic DesignNONPILE-UP SYMMETRICAL
Shaft Length0.500 INCHES NOMINAL SINGLE ACTUATOR
Vendor Part Numbers259-9487-050, 28-KM-2-C500M
RH Electronics, Inc. — independent stocking distributor since 1982.
Every shipment inspected on receipt · ISO 9001:2015 · ANSI/ESD S20.20 · ERAI member since 1998 · GIDEP participant
Every shipment inspected on receipt · ISO 9001:2015 · ANSI/ESD S20.20 · ERAI member since 1998 · GIDEP participant
Frequently asked
Is SW-281-5 available?
We can source SW-281-5 even if it isn't in our active stock list. As an independent distributor we reach inventory outside the franchise channel — including hard-to-find and obsolete parts. Send us a quote request.
Is SW-281-5 by Illinois Tool Works Inc. obsolete or end-of-life?
We specialize in obsolete, end-of-life, and discontinued components. If SW-281-5 has been discontinued, we can often source remaining stock or qualified alternates. Contact us with your quantity and target date.
How does RH Electronics verify parts like SW-281-5?
Every incoming shipment is inspected under our ISO 9001:2015 quality system — documentation, markings, and construction checked against known-good references. For deeper analysis, we direct work through accredited independent labs. We've been an ERAI member since 1998 and a GIDEP participant.
Can you find a cross-reference or alternate for SW-281-5?
Yes. Our team reads part numbers the way they were designed — decoding family, speed, temperature grade, package, and reliability level — to identify acceptable alternates when the exact part isn't available. Submit a quote request and we'll advise.