Sure, the existing switches ratings are above the minimum requirement but...
An argument in favor of higher than needed current switching capacity in
this application is that with commonly available switches the heavier
current switching switches are often more physically robust. There is no
functional penalty for going for higher ratings than needed. A couple
bucks "invested" in a more robust switch could very well be a wise
investment. But then I'm a belt and suspenders guy when it comes to
specs and don't like to "cut it close."
Patrick NJ5G
On 11/26/2016 10:13 AM, Richard (Rick) Karlquist wrote:
That switch merely controls relay coil current.
The relays do the heavy work. You don't need
a lot of current rating.
Rick N6RK
On 11/25/2016 3:24 PM, K6UJ Bob Harmon wrote:
The up/down switch on the control box for my US Tower HDX589-MDPL
needs to
be be replaced. I may call US Tower next week and see if they have a
replacement switch but I removed it and it doesn't look to be anything
special. I'm pretty sure it is a 3-pole double throw toggle switch.
Its hard to read the info on the switch but it looks like it is rated
for
10A 250VAC and 15A 120VAC. Cant make out the other info.
Anyone replace one of these ? I dont have the schematic for the
control box which would help to figure it out.
Bob
K6UJ
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