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Click Mode 10A 1-Gang 2-Way Switch - Polar White
10A 1-gang 2-way plate switch for domestic lighting circuits with inductive load compatibility. Screw terminals accept 4 x 1.5mm² or 2 x 2.5mm² conductors with 0.5Nm torque setting. Requires only 16mm minimum backbox depth for shallow mounting applications. BS EN 60669-1 compliant with 20-year warranty. Features antimicrobial properties with 99.9% kill rate for MRSA and E-Coli. Part of Click Mode MiniGrid Range with interchangeable module compatibility. Suitable for single lighting circuits up to 10A including fluorescent and LED loads.
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Product Features
| Current Rating | 10AX suitable for inductive loads |
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| Switching Configuration | 1-gang 2-way plate switch |
| Terminal Type | Screw terminals 3.5mm diameter |
| Terminal Capacity | 4 x 1.5mm² or 2 x 2.5mm² conductors |
| Terminal Torque | 0.5Nm recommended setting |
| Minimum Backbox Depth | 16mm (shallow mount compatible) |
| Plate Dimensions | 86mm(W) x 86mm(H) x 9.5mm(D) |
| Operating Temperature | -5°C to +40°C range |
| IP Rating | IP20 for indoor use |
| Compliance Standard | BS EN 60669-1 certified |
| Antimicrobial Properties | 99.9% MRSA and E-Coli kill rate |
| Warranty Period | 20 years manufacturer warranty |
Applications
Shallow Mounting
16mm minimum depth ideal for solid walls, dry lining or situations where standard 25mm switches won't fit.
Inductive Loads
10AX rating handles fluorescent ballasts, LED drivers and other inductive loads without contact degradation.
Two-Way Control
Switch lighting from two locations - hallways, staircases or rooms with multiple entry points.
Installation
Terminal Connection
3.5mm diameter screw terminals with 0.5Nm torque setting. Accepts up to 4 x 1.5mm² or 2 x 2.5mm² conductors.
Mounting Requirements
86mm x 86mm faceplate with 60.3mm fixing centres. Requires 16mm minimum backbox depth for installation.
Grid Compatibility
Single width module compatible with Click Mode MiniGrid system for modular installations.
Standards
Safety Compliance
BS EN 60669-1 certified for household switches. CE/UKCA marked for legal UK and European installation.
Performance Rating
10AX rating confirms suitability for inductive loads. IP20 protection for standard indoor environments.
Quality Assurance
20-year manufacturer warranty with antimicrobial properties tested against MRSA, E-Coli and Salmonella.
Frequently Asked Questions
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What minimum backbox depth needed for installation?
Requires only 16mm minimum backbox depth, making it suitable for shallow mounting applications where standard switches won't fit.
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Can this switch handle LED and fluorescent loads?
Yes, 10AX rating means suitable for inductive loads including fluorescent ballasts and LED drivers up to 10A.
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What's the difference between 1-way and 2-way switching?
2-way switching allows control from two locations, ideal for stairs or room entrances with multiple access points.
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What cable sizes work with the screw terminals?
Terminals accept 4 x 1.5mm² conductors or 2 x 2.5mm² conductors, tightened to 0.5Nm torque for secure connection.
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Is this switch compatible with other MiniGrid modules?
Yes, interchangeable with other Click Mode MiniGrid Range modules for flexible grid system configurations.
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Does this meet current BS standards for switches?
Fully compliant with BS EN 60669-1 standard and carries CE/UKCA marking for legal UK installation.
