[time-nuts] Re: Data collection cycle -- multiple sources to one counter?

[Chuck Harris]

Alberto di Bene wrote:

>>Sounds like a dip packaged reed relay.
>>
>>-Chuck
> 
> 
> It could be, but does it exist a reed relay with 4 positions ? The two
> switches in the 59307A are single pole, 4-way each.
> 
> 73  Alberto  I2PHD

Certainly is doable.  Take 4 normally open, single pole reed relays,
connect one side of each reed together, stuff them into a package, and
you have a SP4T switch.

HP loved little relays, they put them in a lot of gear.  Relays are
reliable, very low on resistance, very high off resistance, and switch
quickly enough for light duty applications, such as front panel controls...

-Chuck