Gardner Bender GSW-33 Electrical Two-Speed Pull Chain Switch, SPDT, OFF-ON-ON, 6 A/125V AC, 6 inch Wire Terminal
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It's a nickel/silver color. It took me about 30 minutes to figure out that the description is incorrect by comparing the part number on the actual manufacturer's website. In the end, it was a perfect match for what I needed to fix a ceiling fan. I hope this information is useful, and I apologize for the delay in responding.
The core piece, including the chain casing, is about an inch and a half long, plus or minus a few millimeters. Just the round casement is about an inch in diameter, and it's a little over a half inch tall (or deep). The size of the image is nearly accurate. I haven't yet had the opportunity to install it, but it should fit in most ceiling light fixtures.
I'm not sure why, but I needed a metal threaded part, so I bought it. The switch has three positions.
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This is a two-way switch. A single pull double throw switch with a normally-closed normally-open normally-closed normally-closed normally-closed normally-closed normally-closed normally It is necessary to place yourself in the off position. It's not the same as the single pull triple throw switch found on most ceiling fans. It does not include pigtail wires and instead relies on spring-loaded connectors. To attach wires, there are loaded wire insertion points. This method of attachment does not appeal to me. Because the wires from the blower motor were not solid core, I was concerned that they would not make a good connection to the spring-loaded switch. Insertion points that have been loaded When I inserted the wires into the switch, I solder wicked them to make them act like a solid core wire. In addition, the switch's insertion points are on its sides. The holes on the back of the switch appear to be for releasing the wire in the event that it is required. I tried inserting the wires on the back of the switch into the holes at first, but it didn't reliably capture the wire. br>It would be a better product if it just came with pigtail wires attached for use with standard wire nuts.
I contacted my electrician, who examined the situation and informed me that he would order one. After a few weeks of waiting, I decided to check out what Amazon had to offer. I came across one that sounded like the right one based on the information provided. When it arrived, I double-checked the physical and written descriptions (in several languages) and was pleasantly surprised to find that they were almost identical. I put it together myself, and it's fantastic! There are three power settings on the switch: 1) only the center light 2) four outer lights 3) both the center and outer lights. 4) off. This switch has made me very happy. They claim it works for the fan as well, according to the instructions.
Most triple pull/triple throw switches found in local hardware stores are designed for ceiling fans with three speeds. There are only two speeds on a lot of whole-house fans. Purchasing the local one will provide you with an additional dead pull. The DP/DT rated for whole-house fans was not available at any local HW store. This was successful. Would have given 5 stars if the thread size was a little flimsy and should have been thicker to prevent the plastic threads from being stripped out while putting on the cap. The switch was a pain to install because there was already a whole house fan installed and there were cramped quarters to work with, but that was not due to the switch.
This switch was perfect for my LED light fixture above my head. It runs without a hitch. Since the fixture's inception, the original switch has had a "rough" feel to it. It had finally broken the chain inside the switch, so I couldn't turn on the light for a few days while I waited for my new switch to arrive; however, a few screws to secure the fixture, a couple of wire nuts, and a single nut holding the switch in place, and everything is now operational. AND it's a lot simpler to use than the original! It's been about three months since I put it in. It's been used hundreds of times and continues to function flawlessly.
This is fantastic! The pull chain on one of my ceiling fan lights is at an odd angle. About every 2 to 3 years, it becomes nearly impossible to pull, and for a while I didn't realize what was going on, but after about 10 years, I noticed I was replacing the pull chain switch for the 5th time, and I noticed the chain had worn a channel through the guide, causing it to stick almost every time it's pulled, and when friends who aren't used to it try to turn it on or off, when it doesn't respond normally, they put too much forcible force on br>So I was getting ready to order and searching the internet for a replacement when I came across this one, and even though the price seemed high, I reasoned, "Well, if it really works at any angle, this would be worth the price," and I placed an order. I had to make the mounting hole larger, but that wasn't a problem; I'm just glad I didn't have to make it smaller. br>I was pleasantly surprised by how easy the switch pulls after I installed it. It took a few days for me to adjust to pulling it with less power. That being said, it was well-built, as my power jerks had no effect on it. br>I'm very happy with it; it always works, and I'm planning to order a box full of them as soon as I can so that I'll have some on hand. br>I love it.
In addition to the OFF position, there is a speed switch. (OFF- ON). My whole-house switch had to be replaced. Several times in the last 15 years, I've used a house fan. Until I installed this one, I had never given much thought to switches or how they worked. The smoothness with which this switch operates puts the previous switches to shame. Surprisingly, the fan speeds up in both the low and high switch positions, indicating that my previous switches were insufficient. The fan also runs at a lower volume. During the hotter months, the fan is turned on frequently to keep the house cool. This is a great change.
I specified nickel for the on/off switch. A great replacement for a ceiling fan light switch that has failed. Here's what I'm thinking: br>br> Advantages: br>br>
- The old switch was a perfect fit.
- Long wire leads made installation go more smoothly. br>br>Cons:
- On the pull chain, the finish is more chrome than nickel. br>- Because the pull chain segment is so short, routing the chain has become a little more difficult. br>- Wire nuts are not included. br>br>Overall, I'm pleased. It's too early to tell how long it'll last. There have been no regerts so far!.
During installation, one of the lead wires pulled out of the switch, making it appear fragile. We needed the switch to complete a project, so we took a chance and opened the case, where we discovered very small thin contacts with crimped lead wires. We used the switch after carefully soldering the wires to the contacts. These contacts were tiny in comparison to my five amp relays, and I couldn't see how they could be rated for ten amps. For what it is, I think the switch is overpriced.
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