THE PIGGYBACK PLUG or “switchplug” is a convenient way to switch power to timers, level alarms, or a footswitch. Simply plug the piggyback plug into the wall and then plug your device into the female end. Power will then be passed through one blade of the plug when switched to “closed”.

How does a piggyback float switch work?

Electronic float switches will have piggy-back plugs that you plug into the wall outlet. You then plug the pump into the back of the switch plug. There are no moving mechanical parts, but rather an internal sensor that detects the water level. When the switch is triggered, it transfers power to the pump, turning it on.

What is piggyback power cord?

The Piggy Back plug is perhaps the most sort after style of power connector simply due its versatility. Apart from turning one 10Amp output into two, or more, the piggyback can be used in a chain of power cables to link, join, and branch off when required.