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Toggle Light Switches
Use these toggle switches to control lighting. They also work with AC motor loads up to 80% of the current rating. All fit standard wall plates (not included).
Wall switch lockouts (sold separately) mount over switches to secure them in the on or off position.
For technical drawings and 3-D models, click on a part number.
No. of Circuits Controlled | No. of Terminals | Switch Action | Switching Current @ Voltage | Wire Connection Type | Terminal Location | Choose a Color | Each | |
Not Illuminated | ||||||||
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1 | 2 | Stays Switched (Maintained) | 15 A @ 120 V AC/277 V AC | Screw Terminals | Back, Side | 0000000 | 000000 | |
1 | 2 | Stays Switched (Maintained) | 20 A @ 120 V AC/277 V AC | Screw Terminals | Back, Side | 0000000 | 00000 | |
1 | 2 | Stays Switched (Maintained) | 30 A @ 120 V AC/277 V AC | Screw Terminals | Back, Side | 0000000 | 00000 | |
2 | 4 | Stays Switched (Maintained) | 15 A @ 120 V AC/277 V AC | Screw Terminals | Back, Side | 0000000 | 00000 | |
2 | 4 | Stays Switched (Maintained) | 20 A @ 120 V AC/277 V AC | Screw Terminals | Back, Side | 0000000 | 00000 | |
2 | 4 | Stays Switched (Maintained) | 30 A @ 120 V AC/277 V AC | Screw Terminals | Back, Side | 0000000 | 00000 | |
Illuminated | ||||||||
1 | 2 | Stays Switched (Maintained) | 15 A @ 120 V AC/277 V AC | Screw Terminals | Back, Side | Ivory | 0000000 | 00000 |
1 | 2 | Stays Switched (Maintained) | 15 A @ 120 V AC | Screw Terminals | Back, Side | Clear | 0000000 | 00000 |
1 | 2 | Stays Switched (Maintained) | 20 A @ 120 V AC/277 V AC | Screw Terminals | Back, Side | Ivory | 0000000 | 00000 |
1 | 2 | Stays Switched (Maintained) | 20 A @ 120 V AC | Screw Terminals | Back, Side | Clear | 0000000 | 00000 |
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For Max. No. of Padlocks | For Max. Padlock Shackle Dia. | Lg. | Wd. | Dp. | Color | Language | Message | Each | |
1 | 9/32" | 4 3/4" | 1 3/4" | 1" | Red | English/Spanish, English/French | Danger—Locked Out Do Not Remove, Peligro—Cerrado No Lo Quite, Danger—Locked Out Do Not Remove, Danger—Verrouille Ne Pas Enlever | 00000000 | 000000 |
Multi-Way Toggle Light Switches
Often used in large, open workspaces, these switches can be wired on opposite ends of the room to control lights on the same circuit. These switches fit standard wall plates (not included).
Three-way switches work in pairs to control lights from two different locations.
Use a four-way switch with two three-way switches to control lights from three different locations.
Wall switch lockouts (sold separately) mount over switches to secure them in the on or off position.
For technical drawings and 3-D models, click on a part number.
No. of Circuits Controlled | No. of Terminals | Switch Action | Switching Current @ Voltage | Wire Connection Type | Terminal Location | Choose a Color | Each | |
3 Way | ||||||||
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1 | 3 | Stays Switched (Maintained) | 15 A @ 120 V AC/277 V AC | Screw Terminals | Back, Side | 0000000 | 000000 | |
1 | 3 | Stays Switched (Maintained) | 20 A @ 120 V AC/277 V AC | Screw Terminals | Back, Side | 0000000 | 00000 | |
1 | 3 | Stays Switched (Maintained) | 30 A @ 120 V AC/277 V AC | Screw Terminals | Back, Side | 0000000 | 00000 | |
4 Way | ||||||||
1 | 4 | Stays Switched (Maintained) | 20 A @ 120 V AC/277 V AC | Screw Terminals | Back, Side | 0000000 | 00000 |
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For Max. No. of Padlocks | For Max. Padlock Shackle Dia. | Lg. | Wd. | Dp. | Color | Language | Message | Each | |
1 | 9/32" | 4 3/4" | 1 3/4" | 1" | Red | English/Spanish, English/French | Danger—Locked Out Do Not Remove, Peligro—Cerrado No Lo Quite, Danger—Locked Out Do Not Remove, Danger—Verrouille Ne Pas Enlever | 00000000 | 000000 |
Wireless Light Switches
Control lights by transmitting a wireless signal from these switches to a control relay (sold separately) on your fixture. Switches can be surface mounted with a wall plate or used as a hand-held remote. No batteries or secondary power source are needed.
No. of Circuits Controlled | Color | Max. Transmission Distance, ft. | Transmission Frequency | Includes | Each | |
1 | White | 150 | 902 MHz | One Switch, One Wall Plate | 0000000 | 0000000 |
No. of Circuits Controlled | Switch Starting Position | Industry Designation | Input Voltage | Switching Current @ Voltage | Wire Lead Lg. | Each | |
1 | 1 Off (Normally Open) | SPST-NO | 120V AC | 5 A @ 120 V AC/277 V AC | 16" | 0000000 | 0000000 |
1 | 1 Off (Normally Open) | SPST-NO | 208V AC/277V AC | 5 A @ 120 V AC/277 V AC | 16" | 0000000 | 000000 |
1 | 1 Off (Normally Open) or 1 On (Normally Closed) | SPDT | 120V AC | 10 A @ 120 V AC, 20 A @ 277 V AC | 16" | 0000000 | 000000 |
1 | 1 Off (Normally Open) or 1 On (Normally Closed) | SPDT | 277V AC | 10 A @ 120 V AC, 20 A @ 277 V AC | 16" | 0000000 | 000000 |
Color | Each | |
White | 0000000 | 00000 |
Rocker Light Switches
Use these rocker switches to control lighting. They also work with AC motor loads up to 80% of the current rating. All fit standard wall plates (not included).
Wall switch lockouts (sold separately) mount over switches to secure them in the on or off position.
For technical drawings and 3-D models, click on a part number.
No. of Circuits Controlled | No. of Terminals | Switch Action | Switching Current @ Voltage | Wire Connection Type | Terminal Location | Choose a Color | Each | |
1 | 2 | Stays Switched (Maintained) | 15 A @ 120 V AC/277 V AC | Screw Terminals | Back, Side | 0000000 | 000000 | |
1 | 2 | Stays Switched (Maintained) | 20 A @ 120 V AC/277 V AC | Screw Terminals | Back, Side | 0000000 | 00000 |
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For Max. No. of Padlocks | For Max. Padlock Shackle Dia. | Lg. | Wd. | Dp. | Color | Language | Message | Each | |
1 | 9/32" | 4 3/4" | 1 3/4" | 1" | Red | English/Spanish, English/French | Danger—Locked Out Do Not Remove, Peligro—Cerrado No Lo Quite, Danger—Locked Out Do Not Remove, Danger—Verrouille Ne Pas Enlever | 00000000 | 000000 |
Multi-Way Rocker Light Switches
Also known as three-way switches, these are often used in large, open workspaces and can be wired on opposite ends of the room to control lights on the same circuit. They work in pairs to control lights from two different locations. Actuate the switch by pressing on the wide, flat area. With a slim, low-profile design, they protrude less than toggle switches. All fit standard wall plates (not included).
Switches with spring-clamp terminals install quickly to create a secure connection. Just push a stripped wire into the clamp—no need to bend wire and screw it down.
Wall switch lockouts (sold separately) mount over switches to secure them in the on or off position.
No. of Circuits Controlled | No. of Terminals | Switch Action | Switching Current @ Voltage | Terminal Location | Choose a Color | Each | |
3 Way with Screw Terminals | |||||||
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Not Illuminated | |||||||
1 | 3 | Stays Switched (Maintained) | 15 A @ 120 V AC/277 V AC | Back, Side | 0000000 | 000000 | |
1 | 3 | Stays Switched (Maintained) | 20 A @ 120 V AC/277 V AC | Back, Side | 0000000 | 00000 | |
3 Way with Spring-Clamp Terminals | |||||||
Not Illuminated | |||||||
1 | 3 | Stays Switched (Maintained) | 15 A @ 120 V AC/277 V AC | Back | 0000000 | 00000 | |
1 | 3 | Stays Switched (Maintained) | 20 A @ 120 V AC/277 V AC | Back | 0000000 | 00000 | |
Illuminated | |||||||
1 | 3 | Stays Switched (Maintained) | 20 A @ 120 V AC/277 V AC | Back | 0000000 | 00000 |
Overall | ||||||||||
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For Max. No. of Padlocks | For Max. Padlock Shackle Dia. | Lg. | Wd. | Dp. | Color | Language | Message | Specifications Met | Each | |
1 | 9/32" | 4 3/4" | 1 3/4" | 1" | Red | English/Spanish, English/French | Danger—Locked Out Do Not Remove, Peligro—Cerrado No Lo Quite, Danger—Locked Out Do Not Remove, Danger—Verrouille Ne Pas Enlever | OSHA Compliant 29 CFR 1910.147 | 00000000 | 000000 |
Rotary Thumb Light Switches
Install these switches inline on a lamp cord.
For technical drawings and 3-D models, click on a part number.
No. of Circuits Controlled | Switch Action | Industry Designation | Color | Switching Current @ Voltage | Wire Connection Type | Specifications Met | Each | |
1 | Stays Switched (Maintained) | SPST-NO | Brown | 3 A @ 125 V AC | Snap On | UL Listed, CSA Certified | 00000000 | 00000 |
Key-Actuated Light Switches
Prevent accidental activation—these switches require a key to turn lights on and off. They’re keyed alike, so all switches actuate with the same key. They also work with AC motor loads up to 80% of the current rating. All fit standard wall plates (not included).
For technical drawings and 3-D models, click on a part number.
No. of Circuits Controlled | Color | Key Removal Position | No. of Keys Included | No. of Terminals | Switch Action | Switching Current @ Voltage | Wire Connection Type | Terminal Location | Each | |
1 | Gray | Off, On | 1 | 2 | Stays Switched (Maintained) | 15 A @ 120 V AC/277 V AC | Screw Terminals | Back, Side | 0000000 | 000000 |
1 | Gray | Off, On | 1 | 2 | Stays Switched (Maintained) | 20 A @ 120 V AC/277 V AC | Screw Terminals | Back, Side | 0000000 | 00000 |
Replacement Key | 0000000 | Each | 00000 |
Multi-Way Key-Actuated Light Switches
Also known as three-way switches, these are often used in large, open workspaces and can be wired on opposite ends of the room to control lights on the same circuit. They work in pairs to control lights from two different locations. To prevent accidental activation, they require a key to turn lights on and off. They’re keyed alike, so all switches actuate with the same key. They also work with AC motor loads up to 80% of the current rating. All fit standard wall plates (not included).
For technical drawings and 3-D models, click on a part number.
Multi-Way Switch Type | No. of Circuits Controlled | Color | Key Removal Position | No. of Keys Included | No. of Terminals | Switch Action | Switching Current @ Voltage | Wire Connection Type | Terminal Location | Each | |
3 Way | 1 | Gray | Off, On | 1 | 3 | Stays Switched (Maintained) | 20 A @ 120 V AC/277 V AC | Screw Terminals | Back, Side | 0000000 | 000000 |
Replacement Key | 0000000 | Each | 00000 |
High-Security Key-Actuated Light Switches
Secure sensitive lighting equipment; these switches have a round key that is difficult to duplicate. The key is required to turn lights on and off. They’re keyed alike, so all switches actuate with the same key. They also work with AC motor loads up to 80% of the current rating.
Ready-to-Use Steel Outlet Boxes
These boxes come ready to use with receptacles and/or light switches installed. Use the included plug-in connectors with wire leads to connect the receptacles and/or light switches. See information about NEMA straight-blade receptacles.
Use outlet boxes with toggle or rocker switches to control lighting.
For technical drawings and 3-D models, click on a part number.
Wire Leads for Switches | ||||||||||||||
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Industry Designation | No. of | Gauge | Industry Designation | Lg. | Switching Voltage | Switching Current | Ht. | Wd. | Dp. | No. of Knockouts | Knockout Trade Size | Material | Each | |
With 1 Toggle Switch | ||||||||||||||
1 Gang | 3 | 12 | THHN | 6" | 120V AC, 277V AC | 20A | 4" | 2 1/8" | 1 7/8" | 10 | 1/2 | Zinc-Plated Steel | 00000000 | 000000 |
With 1 Rocker Switch | ||||||||||||||
1 Gang | 3 | 12 | THHN | 6" | 120V AC, 277V AC | 15A | 4" | 2 1/8" | 1 7/8" | 10 | 1/2 | Zinc-Plated Steel | 00000000 | 00000 |
1 Gang | 3 | 12 | THHN | 6" | 120V AC, 277V AC | 20A | 4" | 2 1/8" | 1 7/8" | 10 | 1/2 | Zinc-Plated Steel | 00000000 | 00000 |
With 2 Toggle Switches | ||||||||||||||
2 Gang | 3 | 12 | THHN | 6" | 120V AC, 277V AC | 20A | 4" | 4" | 2 1/8" | 16 | 1/2, 3/4 | Zinc-Plated Steel | 0000000 | 00000 |
Wire Leads for Outlets and Switches | ||||||||||||||||||
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Industry Designation | NEMA Style | Voltage | Current, A | No. of | Gauge | Industry Designation | Lg. | Switching Voltage | Switching Current | Ht. | Wd. | Dp. | No. of Knockouts | Knockout Trade Size | Material | Outlet Color | Each | |
With 1 Toggle Switch and 2 Outlets | ||||||||||||||||||
2 Gang | 5-15 | 125V AC | 15 | 3 | 12 | THHN | 6" | 120V AC, 277V AC | 15A | 4" | 4" | 2 1/8" | 16 | 1/2, 3/4 | Zinc-Plated Steel | White | 00000000 | 000000 |
2 Gang | 5-20 | 125V AC | 20 | 3 | 12 | THHN | 6" | 120V AC, 277V AC | 20A | 4" | 4" | 2 1/8" | 16 | 1/2, 3/4 | Zinc-Plated Steel | White | 00000000 | 000000 |