Morse key
Tapping sends signals
A Morse key is a switch used to send Morse code by telegraph, operated by pressing a lever to complete an electrical circuit.
The operator taps out dots and dashes—short and long signals—that represent letters and numbers.
Also called a telegraph key.
He practiced on the Morse key until he could send thirty words per minute.
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