how are lighting switches rated?

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tony8404

Joined Jun 11, 2008
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Hey everyone, i have some homework questions to answer but am stuck on one that may be simple but for the love of god i cannot find it in my chapter and i read it twice...

question is .... Explain how lighting switches are rated?


Maybe it may not be a direct paragraph the answer is in so i am just asking here incase i am missing something. thanks
 

beenthere

Joined Apr 20, 2004
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All switches are rated for current by the manufacturer. By going to a catalog or the manufacturer's web site and looking up the number, you can see the rating for that particular switch.

If you are referring to ordinary wall toggles, then it's safe to assume 15 amps. Some can be had with ratings for 20 amps, though. Most often, for common commercial switches, the rating will be on the switch.
 
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