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Click Mode 20A DP Switch with Neon & Flex Outlet - Polar White
20A double pole isolator switch with orange neon indicator and integrated flex outlet for high-current appliances. Features screw terminals accepting 3 x 2.5mm² conductors with twin earth provision for professional installation. Suitable for immersion heaters, storage heaters, and high-power equipment requiring dedicated switching. BS EN 60669-1 compliant with antimicrobial properties providing 99.9% bacteria reduction. 25mm minimum backbox depth with 86mm square polar white urea formaldehyde faceplate. 25-year warranty with silver-on-lay copper brass contacts for reliable operation. UKCA marked for UK installations with -5°C to +40°C operating range.
Product Information
Product Features
High-Current Applications
Immersion Heaters
20A rating handles standard 3kW and high-output 4.8kW immersion heaters. Double pole isolation meets BS 7671 requirements for fixed heating appliances.
Storage Heaters
Suitable for night storage heaters up to 4.8kW capacity. Neon indicator confirms heating circuit status during Economy 7 charging periods.
Commercial Equipment
Flex outlet option eliminates separate socket requirement for fixed appliances. Ideal for catering equipment, workshop tools, industrial heating elements.
Installation Advantages
Terminal Configuration
Three 2.5mm² conductor capacity per terminal with twin earth provision. Screw terminals provide secure connections with 1.8Nm torque specification.
Compact Profile
9.5mm depth allows installation in shallow backboxes. 25mm minimum depth requirement suits standard domestic installations without modification.
Professional Finish
Antimicrobial urea formaldehyde construction with 25-year warranty. Silver-on-lay contacts ensure reliable switching performance under high-current loads.
Safety Standards
BS EN 60669-1
Household switch standard compliance for 250V AC operation. IP20 ingress protection suitable for dry internal locations.
UKCA Marking
UK Conformity Assessment marking confirms regulatory compliance. Valid for Great Britain installations under Building Regulations Part P.
Frequently Asked Questions
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What backbox depth required for CMA023 installation?
Minimum 25mm backbox depth required. Standard 35mm backboxes provide optimal cable management space for 2.5mm² conductors and twin earth connections.
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Can this 20A switch control storage heaters?
Yes, 20A rating suits most storage heaters up to 4.8kW at 240V. Double pole switching provides complete isolation required for fixed heating appliances.
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How does flex outlet connect to appliance?
Bottom-mounted Ø10mm flex outlet accepts standard appliance flex cables. Optional feature allows direct connection without separate socket outlet requirement.
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What torque setting for terminal connections?
Tighten terminal screws to 1.8Nm using 5mm screwdriver. Brass terminals accommodate up to 3 x 2.5mm² solid conductors per terminal.
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Why orange neon versus other indicator colors?
Orange neon provides clear on/off status indication. High visibility color distinguishes 20A circuits from standard 10A switches in electrical installations.
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Does this switch meet Part P requirements?
BS EN 60669-1 compliance with UKCA marking satisfies Building Regulations Part P. Suitable for notifiable work when installed by qualified electrician.
