Choosing an Electrical Switch
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Outdoor Rocker Light Switches
Switch lights on and off no matter the forecast. NEMA 3R rated, these switches have a gasket that blocks out weather. They are rocker switches, so they protrude less off your wall than other switches.
| No. of Circuits Controlled | No. of Terminals | Switch Action | Switching Current @ Voltage | Wire Connection Type | Terminal Location | Environmental Rating | Specifications Met | Choose a Color | Each | |
| 1 | 2 | Stays Switched (Maintained) | 20 A @ 120 V AC/277 V AC | Screw Terminals | Back, Side | NEMA 3R | UL Listed, C-UL Listed | 0000000 | 000000 |
Easy-Clean Touch Light Switches
Flat and completely smooth, these switches are easy to wipe down. They’re rated NEMA 3R, so they seal out water that could damage the circuitry. They also won’t corrode from mild cleaning solutions. With just a light tap, you can switch lights on and off, even if you’re wearing gloves.
Switches with a stainless steel wall plate resist wear and tear better than switches with a plastic wall plate.
Switches | Replacement Wall Plates | ||||||||||
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| For Outlet Box Type | Wall Plate Material | No. of Circuits Controlled | Switch Action | Switching Current @ Voltage | Wire Connection Type | Environmental Rating | Specifications Met | Each | Each | ||
| 1 Device (1 Gang) | White ABS Plastic | 1 | Stays Switched (Maintained) | 10 A @ 120 V AC, 8 A @ 277 V AC | Wire Leads | NEMA 3R | UL Listed, C-UL Listed | 0000000 | 0000000 | 0000000 | 000000 |
| 1 Device (1 Gang) | 302/304 Stainless Steel | 1 | Stays Switched (Maintained) | 10 A @ 120 V AC, 8 A @ 277 V AC | Wire Leads | NEMA 3R | UL Listed, C-UL Listed | 0000000 | 000000 | 0000000 | 00000 |
| 2 Device (2 Gang) | White ABS Plastic | 2 | Stays Switched (Maintained) | 10 A @ 120 V AC, 8 A @ 277 V AC | Wire Leads | NEMA 3R | UL Listed, C-UL Listed | 0000000 | 000000 | 0000000 | 00000 |
| For Outlet Box Type | No. of Circuits Controlled | Switch Action | Switching Current @ Voltage | Wire Connection Type | Environmental Rating | Specifications Met | Each | |
| 1 Device (1 Gang) | 1 | Stays Switched (Maintained) | 10 A @ 120 V AC, 8 A @ 277 V AC | Wire Leads | NEMA 3R | UL Listed, C-UL Listed | 0000000 | 000000 |
Outdoor Time and Day Activated Switches
Designed to work with landscape lighting and filter pumps, these switches turn equipment on and off at a set time and day. They control two devices at once, and have three-prong outlets to plug devices directly into the switch. All have an override to bypass the programmed on/off settings.
24-hour switches repeat the same program daily. Position trippers around the clock dial to set on and off times.
Switches with light sensor control allow one device to be controlled by the presence or absence of light.
NEMA 3R rated switches are protected against falling liquids and light splashing.
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| Maximum On/Off Cycles | Minimum Set Time | Timing Adjustment Style | Tripper Type | No. of Trippers | Switching Current @ Voltage | No. of Outlets | Features | Ht. | Wd. | Dp. | Plug Type | Cord Lg., ft. | Fasteners Included | No. of Holes | Hole Dia. | Each | |
24-Hour Timing Cycle—NEMA 3R | |||||||||||||||||
| 12 per Day | 30 min. | Trippers | Removable | 4 | 15 A @ 120 V AC | 2 | Light Sensor Control | 9 3/8" | 5 1/2" | 3 3/8" | Three Prong | 2 | No | 4 | 1/4" | 0000000 | 0000000 |
| Additional Trippers (Pkg. of 2 Pairs) | 0000000 | Pkg. | 00000 |
Outdoor Set-to-the-Minute High-Current Time and Day Activated Switches
Rated NEMA 3R, these rain-tight switches protect against falling liquids and light splashing. More precise than other time and day switches, they program on/off times for equipment down to the exact minute. They control equipment with high currents, such as landscape lighting, pumps, and heaters. A backup battery maintains the program during a power outage.
24-hour switches repeat the same program daily.
Seven-day switches can perform a different program each day of the week.
Seven-day/365-day switches can perform a different program each day of the week or year, and compensate for leap year and daylight savings time. Override regular programming for up to 99 holidays for any length of time. They can also be used to activate equipment such as bells and signals for just a few seconds.
Switches with astronomical timing can be set to turn lights on and off based on sunrise and sunset.
Switches with a day skipper can be programmed to skip operation for one to six days.
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| No. of Circuits Controlled | Switching Current @ Voltage | Input Voltage | Maximum On/Off Cycles | Minimum Set Time | Timing Adjustment Style | Housing Material | Industry Designation | Ht. | Wd. | Dp. | Fasteners Included | Hole Dia. | Wire Connection Type | Each | |
24-Hour Timing Cycle | |||||||||||||||
With Battery Backup, Lockout | |||||||||||||||
| 1 | 30 A @ 240 V AC | 120V AC/208V AC/240V AC/277V AC | 20 per Day | 1 min. | Push Button | Polycarbonate Plastic | SPST | 8 3/8" | 5" | 3 1/8" | No | 0.26" | Screw Terminals | 0000000 | 0000000 |
| 2 | 30 A @ 240 V AC | 120V AC/208V AC/240V AC/277V AC | 20 per Day | 1 min. | Push Button | Polycarbonate Plastic | DPST | 8 3/8" | 5" | 3 1/8" | No | 0.26" | Screw Terminals | 0000000 | 000000 |
7-Day Timing Cycle | |||||||||||||||
With Battery Backup, Lockout, Day Skipper | |||||||||||||||
| 2 | 30 A @ 240 V AC | 120V AC/208V AC/240V AC/277V AC | 20 per Day | 1 min. | Push Button | Polycarbonate Plastic | DPST | 8 3/8" | 5" | 3 1/8" | No | 0.26" | Screw Terminals | 0000000 | 000000 |
With Battery Backup, Lockout, Day Skipper, Astronomical Timing | |||||||||||||||
| 1 | 30 A @ 240 V AC | 120V AC/208V AC/240V AC/277V AC | 20 per Day | 1 min. | Push Button | Polycarbonate Plastic | SPDT | 8 3/8" | 5" | 3 1/8" | No | 0.26" | Screw Terminals | 0000000 | 000000 |
7-Day/365-Day Timing Cycle | |||||||||||||||
With Battery Backup, Lockout, Astronomical Timing | |||||||||||||||
| 1 | 30 A @ 240 V AC | 120V AC/208V AC/240V AC/277V AC | 4,000 per Year | 1 min. | Push Button | Steel | SPDT | 8 5/8" | 5 3/4" | 3 5/8" | No | 0.19" | Screw Terminals | 00000000 | 000000 |
| 2 | 30 A @ 240 V AC | 120V AC/208V AC/240V AC/277V AC | 4,000 per Year | 1 min. | Push Button | Steel | SPDT | 8 5/8" | 5 3/4" | 3 5/8" | No | 0.19" | Screw Terminals | 00000000 | 000000 |
Outdoor High-Current Time and Day Activated Switches
Rated NEMA 3R, these rain-tight switches protect against falling liquids and light splashing. They control equipment with high currents, such as landscape lighting, pumps, and heaters. Program them to turn a device on and off at a set time and day. Position trippers around the clock dial to set on and off times.
24-hour switches repeat the same program daily.
Seven-day switches can perform a different program each day of the week.
Switches with a day skipper can be programmed to skip operation for one to six days.
Additional trippers (sold separately) are sold in pairs that include one “on” tripper and one “off” tripper.
Switches | Additional Trippers | ||||||||||||||||
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| No. of Circuits Controlled | Switching Current @ Voltage | Input Voltage | Maximum On/Off Cycles | Minimum Set Time | Tripper Type | No. of Trippers | Housing Material | Industry Designation | Ht. | Wd. | Dp. | Wire Connection Type | Each | No. of Trippers Included | Pkg. | ||
24-Hour Timing Cycle | |||||||||||||||||
| 1 | 40 A @ 240 V AC | 120V AC | 12 per Day | 1 hrs. | Removable | 2 | Steel | SPST | 9 3/8" | 5 1/2" | 3 5/8" | Screw Terminals | 0000000 | 0000000 | 1 Pair | 0000000 | 00000 |
| 2 | 40 A @ 240 V AC | 120V AC/208V AC/240V AC/277V AC | 48 per Day | 15 min. | Captive | 96 | Polycarbonate Plastic | DPDT | 8 7/8" | 6 5/8" | 3" | Screw Terminals | 0000000 | 00000 | __ | 000000 | 00 |
| 2 | 40 A @ 240 V AC | 120V AC | 12 per Day | 1 hrs. | Removable | 2 | Steel | DPST | 9 3/8" | 5 1/2" | 3 5/8" | Screw Terminals | 0000000 | 000000 | 1 Pair | 0000000 | 0000 |
| 2 | 40 A @ 240 V AC | 208V AC/240V AC/277V AC | 12 per Day | 1 hrs. | Removable | 2 | Steel | DPST | 9 3/8" | 5 1/2" | 3 5/8" | Screw Terminals | 0000000 | 000000 | 1 Pair | 0000000 | 0000 |
24-Hour Timing Cycle with Day Skipper and Three Skip Screws | |||||||||||||||||
| 2 | 40 A @ 240 V AC | 120V AC | 10 per Day | 1 hrs. | Removable | 2 | Steel | DPST | 9 3/8" | 5 1/2" | 3 5/8" | Screw Terminals | 0000000 | 000000 | 1 Pair | 0000000 | 0000 |
| 2 | 40 A @ 240 V AC | 208V AC/240V AC/277V AC | 10 per Day | 1 hrs. | Removable | 2 | Steel | DPST | 9 3/8" | 5 1/2" | 3 5/8" | Screw Terminals | 0000000 | 000000 | 1 Pair | 0000000 | 0000 |
7-Day Timing Cycle | |||||||||||||||||
| 2 | 40 A @ 240 V AC | 120V AC/208V AC/240V AC/277V AC | 6 per Day | 2 hrs. | Captive | 96 | Polycarbonate Plastic | DPDT | 8 7/8" | 6 5/8" | 3" | Screw Terminals | 00000000 | 000000 | __ | 000000 | 00 |
| 4 | 40 A @ 240 V AC | 120V AC | 3 per Day | 3.5 hrs. | Removable | 14 | Steel | 4PST | 12 1/2" | 8 1/4" | 4" | Screw Terminals | 00000000 | 000000 | 7 Pairs | 00000000 | 00000 |
| Additional Day-Skip Screws (Pkg. of 3) | 0000000 | Pkg. | 00000 |
Enclosed Disconnect Switches
Cut power and keep it isolated to prevent equipment from starting up during inspection and maintenance. These switches are housed in a protective enclosure that resists denting, chipping, and cracking. Mount them to the wall when you run out of space in an electrical panel.
Switches with lockout secure in the off position with a padlock with a maximum shackle diameter of 5/16” (not included).
Photovoltaic switches can be used with photovoltaic cells which convert sunlight into electricity.
For technical drawings and 3-D models, click on a part number.
Switching | Plastic Housing with Red Actuator | ||||||
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| Current, A | Voltage | Industry Designation | Ht. | Wd. | Environmental Rating | Each | |
Stays Switched (Maintained) | |||||||
2 Circuits with Lockout/Photovoltaic | |||||||
| 50 | 800V DC | DPST | 12 5/8" | 8 11/16" | IP65, NEMA 3R | 0000000 | 0000000 |
| 63 | 650V DC | DPST | 12 5/8" | 8 11/16" | IP65, NEMA 3R | 0000000 | 000000 |
| "Main Switch" Label with Adhesive Back—13/16" Ht. × 3 3/16" Wd. | 0000000 | Each | 000000 |
Outdoor Durable Disconnect Switches
A raintight NEMA 3R rated enclosure protects these switches from falling liquids and light splashing. The enclosure is steel, so it withstands tougher conditions than plastic enclosures. All have quick-make/quick-break action to eliminate arcing and prolong switch life. They have a lockout to secure in the off position using a padlock (not included).
Switches with safety interlock keep the door closed when the switch is on, and prevent the switch from turning on when the door is open.
Use switches with a fuse holder where overload protection is needed. When the current exceeds the rating of the fuse, it blows. This interrupts the circuit and prevents overheating, damage, and fire. When used with UL Class RK1, RK5, or T fuses, they require rejection-style fuse clips. Note: Horsepower ratings are based on time-delay fuses installed.
Switches with a viewing window let you see the switch position without opening the enclosure.
For technical drawings and 3-D models, click on a part number.
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Switching | Rejection-Style Fuse Clips for RK1 and RK5 Fuse Class | |||||||||||
| Current, A | Voltage | Switch Action | Industry Designation | Electrical Phase (hp) | For No. of Wires | For Fuse Class | Ht. | Wd. | Each | Each | ||
Gray Enamel-Coated Steel with Black/Red Actuator | ||||||||||||
3 Circuits with Lockout, Safety Interlock, Viewing Window | ||||||||||||
| 30 | 600V AC/ 600V DC | Stays Switched (Maintained) | 3PST | Single (10 hp @ 240 V AC) Three (30 hp @ 600 V AC) | 3 | __ | 15" | 7 3/4" | 0000000 | 0000000 | 000000 | 00 |
| 60 | 600V AC/ 600V DC | Stays Switched (Maintained) | 3PST | Single (30 hp @ 240 V AC) Three (60 hp @ 600 V AC) | 3 | __ | 18 1/2" | 9 1/16" | 0000000 | 000000 | 000000 | 00 |
3 Circuits with Lockout, Safety Interlock, Fuse Holder, Viewing Window | ||||||||||||
| 30 | 600V AC/ 600V DC | Stays Switched (Maintained) | 3PST | Three (20 hp @ 600 V AC) | 3 | RK1, RK5, J, H | 15" | 7 3/4" | 0000000 | 000000 | 00000000 | 000000 |
| 30 | 600V AC/ 600V DC | Stays Switched (Maintained) | 3PST | Three (20 hp @ 600 V AC) | 4 | RK1, RK5, J, H | 15" | 7 3/4" | 0000000 | 000000 | 00000000 | 00000 |
| 60 | 600V AC/ 600V DC | Stays Switched (Maintained) | 3PST | Three (50 hp @ 600 V AC) | 3 | RK1, RK5, J, H | 17 1/2" | 10 1/2" | 0000000 | 000000 | 00000000 | 00000 |
| 60 | 600V AC/ 600V DC | Stays Switched (Maintained) | 3PST | Three (50 hp @ 600 V AC) | 4 | RK1, RK5, J, H | 18 1/2" | 9 1/16" | 0000000 | 000000 | 00000000 | 00000 |
| 100 | 600V AC/ 600V DC | Stays Switched (Maintained) | 3PST | Three (75 hp @ 600 V AC) | 4 | RK1, RK5, J, H | 22 1/8" | 9 1/16" | 0000000 | 00000000 | 00000000 | 00000 |
| 200 | 600V AC/ 600V DC | Stays Switched (Maintained) | 3PST | Three (150 hp @ 600 V AC) | 4 | RK1, RK5, J, H | 29" | 17" | 0000000 | 00000000 | 00000000 | 00000 |
Gray Powder-Coated Steel with Red Actuator | ||||||||||||
2 Circuits with Lockout, Fuse Holder | ||||||||||||
| 30 | 240V AC/ 250V DC | Stays Switched (Maintained) | DPST | Single (3 hp @ 240 V AC) | 3 | RK1, RK5, K5, H | 8 9/16" | 5 7/16" | 0000000 | 000000 | 00000000 | 000000 |
| 60 | 240V AC/ 250V DC | Stays Switched (Maintained) | DPST | Single (10 hp @ 240 V AC) | 3 | RK1, RK5, K5, H | 10 1/16" | 6 7/16" | 0000000 | 000000 | 00000000 | 00000 |
2 Circuits with Lockout, Safety Interlock, Fuse Holder | ||||||||||||
| 100 | 240V AC/ 250V DC | Stays Switched (Maintained) | DPST | Single (15 hp @ 240 V AC) | 3 | RK1, RK5, K5, T, H | 23 1/8" | 12" | 0000000 | 000000 | 00000000 | 00000 |
3 Circuits with Lockout | ||||||||||||
| 30 | 240V AC/ 250V DC | Stays Switched (Maintained) | 3PST | Three (7 1/2 hp @ 240 V AC) | 3 | __ | 6 3/8" | 4 9/16" | 0000000 | 000000 | 000000 | 00 |
| 60 | 240V AC/ 250V DC | Stays Switched (Maintained) | 3PST | Three (15 hp @ 240 V AC) | 3 | __ | 8 9/16" | 5 7/16" | 0000000 | 000000 | 000000 | 00 |
3 Circuits with Lockout, Fuse Holder | ||||||||||||
| 30 | 240V AC/ 250V DC | Stays Switched (Maintained) | 3PST | Single (3 hp @ 240 V AC) Three (7 1/2 hp @ 240 V AC) | 4 | RK1, RK5, K5, H | 8 9/16" | 5 7/16" | 0000000 | 000000 | 00000000 | 000000 |
| 60 | 240V AC/ 250V DC | Stays Switched (Maintained) | 3PST | Single (10 hp @ 240 V AC) Three (15 hp @ 240 V AC) | 4 | RK1, RK5, K5, H | 10 1/16" | 6 7/16" | 0000000 | 000000 | 00000000 | 00000 |
3 Circuits with Lockout, Safety Interlock | ||||||||||||
| 100 | 240V AC/ 250V DC | Stays Switched (Maintained) | 3PST | Three (30 hp @ 240 V AC) | 3 | __ | 23 1/8" | 12" | 0000000 | 000000 | 000000 | 00 |
3 Circuits with Lockout, Safety Interlock, Fuse Holder | ||||||||||||
| 100 | 240V AC/ 250V DC | Stays Switched (Maintained) | 3PST | Single (15 hp @ 240 V AC) Three (30 hp @ 240 V AC) | 4 | RK1, RK5, K5, T, H | 23 1/8" | 11 3/4" | 0000000 | 000000 | 00000000 | 00000 |
| Rejection-Style Fuse Clip for T Fuse Class | 00000000 | Each | 000000 |