1 Gang 2 Way 20AX Rocker Switch in Antique Bronze Plate and

This is the Forbes and Lomax R1GTWM/BMA, a one gang 20AXtwo way rocker switch coming in antique bronze plate and rocker with black trim, manufactured by Forbes and Lomax.

About the Forbes and Lomax Rocker Switches

• The Forbes and Lomax rocker switches are available in 2-way, Intermediate and double pole.
• Retractive switches can be used as dimmer controllers when connected to a dimmer pack or dimming system.
• 2-way-and-off switches can be used to operate blinds or be used as dimmers.
• The rocker switches are available in the following finishes: the Invisible Lightswitch Range, the Antique Bronze Range, the Stainless Steel Range, the Aged Brass Range, the Unlacquered Brass Range, the Nickel Silver Range, the Verdigris Range, the Painted Range.
• The rockers can be in Antique Bronze, Brass, Stainless Steel, and Nickel, and the Inserts can be in Black or White plastic.

1 Gang 2 Way Metal Rocker Switch – Specs

• It is a single rocker switch 2 way on a single size plate – metal rocker, plastic trim.
• Standards: Conforms to BS EN 60669 – 1: 1999 when assembled to appropriate plate and grid and installed correctly. ASTA Certificate No: 16240. Nemco Certificate No: C15/47987
• All Forbes and Lomax rocker switches require British standard 35mm deep flush wall boxes (to be ordered separately).
• Voltage: 250V AC, 50Hz
• Current rating: 20AX
• Terminal capacities: 4 x 1mm2, 4 x 1.5mm2, 3 x 2.5mm2, 2 x 4mm2, 1 x 6mm2.
• Ambient Operating Temperature: -5 degrees to +40 degrees Celsius
• IP rating: IP2XD
• Max. installation altitude: 2000m
• No. of operations: 10.000 (20AX rating), 40.000 (6AX rating).
• Dimensions: 86mm x 86mm

About the Forbes and Lomax Antique Bronze range

The Forbes and Lomax Antique Bronze Range of switches and sockets is especially versatile and can complement either a traditional or a modern property. These plates require little maintenance as they have a slight lacquer. A clean soft cloth can be used to wipe away any dust.

• The sockets are supplied with black inserts as standard to complement the dark finish of the plate.
• The Bronze range from Forbes & Lomax is available in: Dolly Switch, Rotary Dimmer, Button Dimmer, and Rocker Switch. Furthermore, a full range of socket outlets are available, including power outlets, European sockets, telecom
• and data, audio and visual, fused connection.
• The Antique Bronze range has a rich warm hue to the plates making them attractive in both contemporary and traditional interiors.
• These items also work particularly well on wood panelling and other unusual surroundings.
• The plates all have a slightly variable finish which adds to the distinctive look of the range.
• Many of the early light switches were made in Antique Bronze and the finish became very fashionable in the Art Deco period.
• The Antique Bronze range is durable and will stand the test of time.
• Original Antique Bronze switch plates can be seen in old buildings today still looking great a hundred years on.
• All switches conform to BSEN 60669-1:2018. 13amp sockets conform to BS1363- 2:2016 +A1: 2018, 2amp and 5amp sockets conform to BS546:1950
• Single plates measure 86mm x 86mm and double plates measure 146mm x 86mm
• All Forbes & Lomax switches and sockets require British standard 35mm deep flush wall boxes, but we recommend 47mm for ease installation

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