The SSSS710607 slide switch is a surface-mount/surface mount device manufactured by ALPS. It is rated for 0.3 amps at 4 volts, and is suitable for use in applications where space-saving and reliability are important. It features a slide operating mechanism, which is a type of simple, manually operated switch. The switch comes in a standard two-position model, but can also be specified with multiple-positions. It's available in tape and reel packaging for automated assembly, making it suitable for volume production and cost-effective manufacturing.