A round yellow switch with a domed top on a black base, with a black cable extending from it.

Switches - Specs - Yellow

by AbleNet

$75.00, see price history

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Professional guidance helps The switch is simple hardware, but it only helps once it is matched to the right device and placed where the user can press it reliably. A therapist or ATP can make a big difference in choosing the size, position, and use. A family can try it alone, but results are usually better with professional input.

What it is

Summary

AI-generated from vendor-published content · October 1, 2026

The Specs switch is a small, round yellow button that sends a signal when pressed, letting someone operate a switch-accessible device without using a standard keyboard or mouse. At about 1 3/8 inches across, it's the smallest in AbleNet's switch family, and it works with three detachable bases, which gives you some choice in how it's positioned. It's made of durable, high-impact ABS plastic, responds across its whole surface, and gives an audible click so the user knows the press registered. It has a 6-foot cord with a 3.5mm plug. This is only the switch, so it needs a compatible device, interface, or toy to plug into before it does anything.

Getting it

Try before you buy

Devices like this are often available to borrow through your state's AT Act program — typically free or low-cost — so you can try it before buying or pursuing funding.

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Where to get it

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$75.00

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How to fund this

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Details

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Type
Addresses
Platform
Age range
Complexity
Professional guidance helps
Price
$75.00
Funding
  • AT Act lending
  • Medicaid waiver
  • Out of pocket
  • School district
  • Vocational rehab

What setup looks like

  • Out of the box
    Plug the 3.5mm cord into a compatible switch-accessible device or interface.
  • With a guide
    1. Choose one of the three detachable bases and attach it to the switch.
    2. Place or mount the switch where the user can press it reliably, then test it with the connected device. Allow about 30 minutes to try positions.
  • With professional help
    An occupational therapist, speech-language pathologist, or ATP can help pick the switch size, the best body site for access, and the right placement. Plan on one or two sessions. See manufacturer support resources for detailed instructions.

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Sources & fine print

Vendor facts (name, price, platforms, vendor link) sourced from MaxiAids — view on vendor site (opens in a new tab); last checked November 2, 2026.

Classification & description AI-generated from vendor-published content on October 1, 2026 · confidence: high. Vendor specs may lag; verify before relying on details in a clinical or funding artifact.

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