Operation Mode | ON-OFF |
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Current Rating | 16 Amps |
Operating Voltage | 125 Volts (AC) |
Contact Type | Spst |
Connector Type | Plug In |
Brand | Gardner Bender |
Terminal | Button |
Item Dimensions LxWxH | 1.5 x 5.75 x 5 inches |
Circuit Type | Single Pole |
Actuator Type | push-button,toggle |
International Protection Rating | IP65 |
Number of Positions | 2 |
Lower Temperature Rating | 32 Degrees Fahrenheit |
Upper Temperature Rating | 75 Degrees Celsius |
Controller Type | Push Button |
Connectivity Protocol | X-10 |
Color | Brass/White |
Unit Count | 1.0 Count |
Number of Items | 1 |
Manufacturer | GB Electrical |
Part Number | GSW-SK |
Item Weight | 0.01 ounces |
Product Dimensions | 1.5 x 5.75 x 5 inches |
Country of Origin | China |
Item model number | GSW-SK |
Is Discontinued By Manufacturer | Yes |
Size | Normally ON - Mom Contact |
Style | Door Switch |
Voltage | 277 Volts |
Item Package Quantity | 1 |
Number Of Pieces | 1 |
Measurement System | Metric, Imperial |
Included Components | switch, brass plate, (2) screws |
Batteries Included? | No |
Batteries Required? | No |
Warranty Description | 1 year manufacturer |
Gardner Bender GSW-SK Electrical Door Switch, SPST, Normally ON-Mom, 16A 125V AC, Brass/White
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Operation Mode | ON-OFF |
Current Rating | 16 Amps |
Operating Voltage | 125 Volts (AC) |
Contact Type | Spst |
Connector Type | Plug In |
Brand | Gardner Bender |
Terminal | Button |
Item Dimensions LxWxH | 1.5 x 5.75 x 5 inches |
Circuit Type | Single Pole |
Actuator Type | push-button,toggle |
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About this item
- Use to control lighting with the opening and closing of a door
- TOGGLE POSITION: Normally-ON / Momentary-OFF, (SPST) circuitry turns lights on when the door opens
- CSA listed
- ½ HP or 10 Amp s at 125/277 Volt AC
- Install in a doorjamb with a 1¼ inch wide x 2¾ inch. high x 2 inch deep mounting hole
- Color: Brass/White (Brass Plate and White Switch Button)
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Value for money | 3.8 | 5.0 | — | 4.3 | 4.1 | — |
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material | Plastic | Polycarbonate | Copper, Plastic | Brass,Lead,Metal,Steel | — | — |
switch type | Push Button | Touch Switch, Temperature Switch | Touch Switch | Push Button | — | — |
connector type | Plug In | Plug In | Screws | Component | — | Plug In |
actuator type | push-button,toggle | Push Button | Touch | Push Button | — | — |
terminal type | Button | — | Screw | Lead | — | — |
operation mode | ON-OFF | ON-OFF | Automatic,Automatically | ON-NONE-OFF | Automatic,Off | ON-OFF |
mounting type | Door Mount | Door Mount | Door Mount | Door Mount | Door Mount | Door Mount |
IP rating | IP65 | 250 volt | IP54 | IP54 | — | IP65 |
operating voltage | 125 volts of alternating current | 250 volts | 110 volts | 125 volts | 120 volts | 250 volts |
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From the manufacturer
SPST Door Switch
The 10 Amp Push-Button Door Switch features normally on-momentary contact. The switch includes a metal box, cover plate and mounting hardware for installation within a doorjamb with a 1-1/4 in. wide x 2-3/4 in. high x 2 in. deep mounting hole. The single-pole, single-throw circuitry automatically operates lights when door is opened.
- Use to control lighting with the opening and closing of a door
- Normally-on/momentary-off, SPST circuitry turns lights on when the door opens
- 1/2 HP or 10 Amp s at 125/277 Volt AC
- Install in a doorjamb with a 1-1/4 in. wide x 2-3/4 in. high x 2 in. deep mounting hole
- Includes AC/DC switch, metal box, cover plate and mounting hardware
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ASIN | B00004WLKL |
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Customer Reviews |
4.6 out of 5 stars |
Best Sellers Rank | #11,508 in Industrial & Scientific (See Top 100 in Industrial & Scientific) #3 in Industrial Basic Switches |
Date First Available | November 3, 2005 |
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Product Description
The 10 Amp Push-Button Door Switch features normally on-momentary contact. The switch includes a metal box, cover plate and mounting hardware for installation within a doorjamb with a 1-1/4 in. wide x 2-3/4 in. high x 2 in. deep mounting hole. The single-pole, single-throw circuitry automatically operates lights when door is opened.
***Color: Brass/White (Brass Plate and White Switch Button)***
From the Manufacturer
The Gardner Bender Door Switch Kit mounts in your door jam to operate lights and other electrical items. It consists of a push-button switch with a metal box, a cover plate, and mounting hardware included. It is a momentary-contact-normally-on switch with a single pole, a single switch mechanism, and 6-inch leads. Gardner Bender has 50 years of experience making professional electrical tools and supplies of consistently superior quality, so you can count on high-performance products at a fair price.
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Customers like the easy installation of the door switch. They say it's a great product for the money, and easy to connect and fit. Customers are also impresseded with the quality, saying it'll last for 2-3 years. However, some customers have reported issues with the switch getting stuck. Customers also differ on size.
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Customers like the performance of the door switch. They say it works great, it works fine for about 2-3 years, and is easy to install. Some customers also mention that it works well for on/off door switches and makes things better in their basement.
"Very well built and works well for on/off door switch. It comes with all the screws that are needed...." Read more
"...We're using it to have an automatic light in our pantry and it works great. Open the door and the light comes on. Just what we wanted." Read more
"Works fine for about 2-3 years and then needs to be replaced." Read more
"...So this works great. But getting this to fit in a standard 2x4 wall door jamb is really tricky...." Read more
Customers like the quality of the switch. They say it's a great product, with a solid build. Some mention that it'll work well as a replacement door switch for their pantry light.
"Very well built and works well for on/off door switch. It comes with all the screws that are needed...." Read more
"If you're looking for a short answer, the build quality of the switch is great...." Read more
"Received quickly, great quality. Used for one of our customer's pantry door. Easy to install." Read more
"...The new switch failed almost immediately (even though the electrical current was well within the switch specifications)...." Read more
Customers like the installation of the home appliances. They say it's easy to connect and fit.
"This was kind of easy to install. You have to carve out a rectangle two inches deep...." Read more
"...Used for one of our customer's pantry door. Easy to install." Read more
"...Installation is straight-forward if you have the tools and skills to cut a deep pocket in the door jamb for the switch's electrical box...." Read more
"...The unit came assembled and installation was a breeze. I flipped the breaker, unplugged the old switch and inserted this one...." Read more
Customers appreciate the value of the home appliance. They say it's a great product for the money, saves time, and money. Some customers also mention that the reward was worth the effort.
"...They are difficult to get installed but I have to say the reward was worth the effort." Read more
"...of a solid metal body and not a plastic insert, but this one was budget friendly and works fine." Read more
"Nice switch at a decent price. Arrived on time and installation was relatively easy." Read more
"Sturdy and great price..." Read more
Customers like the versatility of the product. They mention it's perfect for their pantry, a great upgrade for their kitchen, and a good solution for pantry remodel. Some say it'll also make a nice addition to their closet.
"Good solution for pantry remodel. Turns on the light when the door is opened as advertised and off when closed...." Read more
"Perfect for our pantry." Read more
"Great for basement storage..." Read more
"Great upgrade for pantry..." Read more
Customers have mixed opinions about the size of the switch box. Some find it narrower than other models, which allows them to mount it, while others say that it leaves very little room inside the box to squeeze in NM cable, wire nuts, and the switch. On top of the physical space challenges, you'll be fishing wire through the wall.
"...I also liked how this model was narrower than other models, which allowed me to mount it without having to cut into the stop...." Read more
"...This leaves very little room inside the box to squeeze in NM cable, wire nuts, the switch, and the wires from the switch--its damn near impossible..." Read more
"...It fit perfectly and works flawlessly. It is switching a large fluorescent fixture in our pantry." Read more
"Works but oversized..." Read more
Customers are dissatisfied with the stickiness of the switch. They mention that it gets stuck, and the switch repeatedly sticks in the closed position. Some say that the button moves but the switch does not contact.
"...The connector cabling is a thinner gage, and the button itself has more resistance and doesn’t feel as smooth, so it’s not my favorite switch...." Read more
"This switch got stuck a couple of times about a month after I installed it...." Read more
"...The button does not turn off the light. It's nothing but a piece of junk!! DON'T WASTE YOUR MONEY!!!" Read more
"Switch slays closed and does not open when button is pressed." Read more
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The install in an existing doorway is not going to be easy. Because of the location of these types of switches, they have to be narrow and not too deep. This leaves very little room inside the box to squeeze in NM cable, wire nuts, the switch, and the wires from the switch--its damn near impossible to do it safely.
On top of the physical space challenges, you'll be fishing wire through the wall and into a small hole in the door frame. If you're not an electrician, know an electrician, or practiced in the art of magic, it's going to be a challenge. You should also probably know how to cut/patch drywall and work with tools under the influence of alcohol. If you don't drink, don't worry, cursing will help.
When searching Youtube or the internet on tutorials they'll all offer great tips on everything preceding and following the only part of the install you actually need help for -- how to connect and fit all the damn wires inside a box smaller than the pack of cigarettes you are now smoking because of the install.
Here's what worked for me, although I'm not sure if it's up to code but I feel confident it is safe enough that I can sleep at night without worrying about the house catching fire. I took the the NM cable from the existing light switch, pulled it up through the wall and into the attic. I drilled a new hole on the other side of the door (the hinge side), and ran the NM cable down inside the wall.
Now, knowing that the NM cable could be rerouted, I took the door off the hinges, used the Door Switch box to mark the hole in the door frame, and used an oscillating saw to cut the square hole in the frame. I used a router and chisel to cut away enough material so the front plate of the switch would sit flush with the frame. After checking the fit with the box and plate, I drilled a hole at the back of the square hole to pull the wire through.
Since there was no way the NM cable, wire nuts, switch wires, and switch was going to fit inside the box, I cut a hole and installed a single-gang box inside the closet, adjacent to and just above where the door switch would be installed. Inside the single gang I connected the LINE/LOAD neutral (WHITE) wires together and the LINE/LOAD copper wires together. I connected a 14 gauge single black wire to the LINE hot (BLACK) wire and a single black wire to the LOAD hot (BLACK) wire. These two 14 gauge wires were run a few inches away inside the wall through the hole in the back of the door switch. From there, I connected each black wire to the black wires coming out of the switch, tucked them in to the box and buttoned up the door jamb switch. I put a blank cover over the new single-gang box in the closet. All connections are secure and inside of boxes.