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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 |
Overall | |||||||||
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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 | ||||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 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 | |
Overall | |||||||||
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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 Light Dimmers
Often used in large, open workspaces, these switches can be wired on opposite ends of the room to control the brightness of lights on the same circuit. They're also known as three-way switches and work in pairs to control lights from two different locations. The actuator to turn lights on and off is separate from the dimmer to maintain a desired lighting level. They fit standard wall plates (not included).
| For Bulb Type | Multi-Way Switch Type | No. of Circuits Controlled | No. of Terminals | Input Voltage | Wattage | Wire Connection Type | Color | Each | |
Toggle with Mini Slide Dimmer | |||||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Incandescent and Halogen or CFL and LED | 3 Way | 1 | 4 | 120V AC | 600W/150W | Screw Terminals | White | 0000000 | 000000 |
Light Dimmers
Adjust the brightness of lights.
Toggle switches stay put in any position; move the toggle up and down to increase and decrease lighting level.
Toggle Switches
To view switch wiring diagrams, select a part number and click Product Detail.
Note: Illuminated switches include a bulb. If wiring the switch and the bulb to the same circuit, the circuit voltage must not exceed bulb voltage.
For technical drawings and 3-D models, click on a part number.
| No. of Circuits Controlled | Switch Starting Position | Switch Action | No. of Terminals | Industry Designation | Position Designation | Switching Current @ Voltage | Max. Voltage | For Max. Panel Thick. | Mounting Hardware Included | Wire Connection Type | Choose a Color | Each | |
2 Position with Flat Toggle—Illuminated | |||||||||||||
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For 1/2" Panel Cutout Dia. | |||||||||||||
| 1 | 1 Off (Normally Open) | Stays Switched (Maintained) | 3 | SPST-NO | On-Off | 15 A @ 125 V AC/28 V DC | 28V DC 250V AC | 0.13" | Yes | Quick-Disconnect Terminals | 0000000 | 000000 | |
Time-Delay Wall-Mount Timer Switches
Control two devices and delay the shut off of one device by up to one hour. These switches are often used with lights and fans for ventilation. All have an override that bypasses the automatic shut-off.
| Color | No. of Circuits Controlled | Switch Starting Position | Switching Current @ Voltage | Horsepower @ Switching Voltage | Set Time, min. | For Outlet Box Type | Wire Connection Type | Each | |
| Ivory | 2 | 1 Off (Normally Open) | 4.1 A @ 120 V AC | 1/3 hp @ 120 V AC | 1-60 | 1 Device (1 Gang) | Wire Leads | 0000000 | 000000 |
| White | 2 | 1 Off (Normally Open) | 4.1 A @ 120 V AC | 1/3 hp @ 120 V AC | 1-60 | 1 Device (1 Gang) | Wire Leads | 0000000 | 00000 |
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 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 |