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3PDT Stomp Switch (Guitar Pedal Bypass)

Generic / Multiple OEMs 3PDT Series Introduced circa 1990

3PDT (Triple Pole Double Throw) stomp switch for true bypass guitar effects.

Common Applications

The button every guitarist presses with their foot to activate effects pedals. 3PDT (nine pins) enables true bypass wiring — when the effect is off, the guitar signal passes straight through without any coloring. Found in thousands of boutique and DIY guitar pedals. Press click on, press click off. The stomp mechanism must survive years of being kicked by boots. True bypass is why guitarists obsess over this specific switch type.

Repair & Maintenance

The most commonly failing part in guitar pedals. When the pedal stops switching or switches intermittently, replace this switch first. Easy to desolder and replace. Upgrade to soft-touch relay bypass to eliminate the mechanical switch entirely.

Specifications

Actuator Function
Latching (on/off toggle)
Contact Configuration
3PDT (9 pins)
Mechanical Life
30,000 cycles
Mounting Type
Panel mount (12mm hole)

Installation Quick Reference

Panel cutout: 22mm. Standard panel mounting — insert from front, secure from behind.

Dimensions

Wiring Diagram

Troubleshooting

Not responding to input

Check wiring continuity with a multimeter. Verify the contact block is properly seated. Inspect terminals for loose connections.

Where to Buy

Price range

$121.39 — $144.73

across 2 distributors

Quick Specs

Actuator Function
Latching (on/off toggle)
Contact Configuration
3PDT (9 pins)
Mechanical Life
30,000 cycles
Mounting Type
Panel mount (12mm hole)

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