The Universal Run/Stop Switch is a solution designed to allow the user to brake a turbine "dynamically". Instead of supplying power to the load, the switch activates a short circuit which effectively brakes the permanent magnet alternator of the turbine. The Switch can also be used with turbines of different manufacture as long as the following characteristics are present: 3-phase wild AC, not exceeding 500 V & 16 A. Wild DC not exceeding 150 V & 10 A. Mechanically and electrically capable of dynamic braking.