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05-28-2016, 08:25 AM
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Gone Wild
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Toggle switch
I purchased a toggle switch at auto parts store and the switch is rated for 15 A 120 VAC
I am going to run a led light bar that pulls 9 Amps. Will this switch be sufficient? Not sure how the 120VAC favors in using it on 12volt Accessory Battery. Sent from my Nexus 6 using Tapatalk |
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05-28-2016, 08:33 AM
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Just one day at a time
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Re: Toggle switch
Not sure how this would work either, I would setup like a test using your multimeter and check things before hooking up your light. Most auto parts stores sell normal 12V switches that are perfect for your setup.
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05-28-2016, 08:39 AM
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Getting Wild
Join Date: Oct 2010
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Re: Toggle switch
If you're worried about it, wire a relay in. Should make it brighter anyway.
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05-28-2016, 08:49 AM
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Gone Wild
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Is there a difference in an AC switch and a switch rated for DC current?
The switch is a on off toggle switch and the only thing stamped on the switch is 15 A 120 VAC. I am guessing the VAC stands for AC current... Sent from my Nexus 6 using Tapatalk |
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05-28-2016, 09:44 AM
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Gone Wild
Join Date: May 2012
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Re: Toggle switch
Yes there is a difference in current rating between AC and DC on a switch but that switch should work just fine.
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05-28-2016, 01:00 PM
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Gone Wild
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Location: Texas
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When buying switches for 12 Volt Accessory...
Is it better to have one that has screw terminals or spade terminals? If a switch is rated 15 amps for 120V AC, does that mean for 12V DC the switch can handle more Amps than 15? Sent from my Nexus 6 using Tapatalk |
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05-28-2016, 01:36 PM
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Gone Wild
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Re: Toggle switch
As I understand it, DC power goes one way. (Direct) AC power goes both ways. (Alternating) As the power goes through a contact, it transfers alittle metal with it. Since AC current goes both ways, it doesn't ware out the contacts as quick. So a DC switch of the same rating will have heavier contacts.
Having said all that, I think you will be fine. I like screw terminals, but that's just me. |
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05-28-2016, 02:46 PM
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Getting Wild
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Re: Toggle switch
It will work just fine. Your switch is rated above your needs for both amps and volts. That's exactly what you want.
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05-28-2016, 10:03 PM
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Gone Wild
Join Date: May 2012
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Re: Toggle switch
The DC current rating for a switch or relay is actually lower than AC - you get more arcing when you open a DC connection.
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