1 Gang 2 Way 20AX Rocker Switch in Invisible Plate with Nickel

This is the Forbes and Lomax R1GTWM/N, a one gang two way 20AXrocker switch coming in an invisible plate with nickel rocker and plastic trim, manufactured by Forbes and Lomax.

Note: This item comes with a choice of white (R1GTWM/N) or black (R1GTWM/N/B) plastic trim; please mention in the comments the desired trim.

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 Invisible Range

Inspired by the glass switches of the 1930s but with all the advantages of modern technology, the Invisible Lightswitch by Forbes and Lomax has become synonymous with Forbes & Lomax. The transparent acrylic plates are secured without the use of fixing screws. The plate sits flush to the wall and is supplied with Brass, Brushed Brass, Nickel Silver, Stainless Steel or Antique Bronze switches or dimmers. Each acrylic plate comes with a primed aluminium underplate which can be either painted or used as a template where wallpaper is used.

• Forbes and Lomax Invisible Range is available in the following: 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 and floor sockets.
• Inspired by the glass switches of the 1930s but with all the advantages of modern technology, the Invisible Lightswitch has become synonymous with Forbes & Lomax.
• The transparent acrylic plates are secured without the use of fixing screws. The plate sits flush to the wall and is supplied with brass, nickel silver, stainless steel or antique bronze switches or dimmers.
• Each acrylic plate has a 0.5mm underplate which can be either painted or used as a template where wallpaper is used.
• 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 of installation

Note: Some images and pictures are for reference only. The item may differ from the image/picture due to manufacturer’s change. Should you require the exact item in the picture, please call or email us to enquire.

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