S-TEC Switch 2 Lever 2 Way

• Introducing the S-TEC International range of switches and sockets, meticulously engineered to be "The Safe Option!" for all residential and commercial electrical installations.
• This comprehensive collection combines modern aesthetics with robust, high-quality construction to deliver unparalleled safety, reliability, and convenience.
• Every product in the S-TEC range is crafted from durable, flame-retardant polycarbonate and is backed by a 2-year warranty, ensuring peace of mind.
• This specific product, the S-TEC 2 Lever 2 Way Switch, is a sophisticated solution for advanced, space-saving lighting control.
• It provides two independent, 16 Amp 2-way switches on a single 4x2 plate, allowing you to control two separate lighting circuits from two different locations each.
• It is the ideal choice for large rooms with multiple entrances or for consolidating complex switching requirements into a single, neat unit.

Features

• Dual 2-Way Switching: Features two independent 2-way switch mechanisms on a single plate. Each switch is designed to be paired with another 2-way switch to control a separate circuit from two locations.
• Heavy-Duty 16 Amp Rating: Each switch is rated for 16 Amps, providing a robust and safe capacity for standard lighting loads and ensuring long-term reliability.
• Luminous Locator Strips: Includes a subtle glow-in-the-dark strip on each switch lever, making them easy to locate in low-light conditions or at night.
• Durable Polycarbonate Construction: Manufactured from high-quality, flame-retardant polycarbonate for enhanced safety, impact resistance, and long-lasting durability.
• Standard 4x2 Sizing: Designed to fit all standard South African 4x2 (80mm x 126mm) wall boxes for straightforward installation.
• Uniform Aesthetic: Perfectly matches the size, colour, and finish of other S-TEC 4x2 sockets and switches for a consistent look throughout a property.
• 2-Year Warranty: Backed by the S-TEC 2-year warranty, guaranteeing quality and reliable performance.

Benefits

• Ultimate Lighting Convenience: Provides advanced control for complex lighting layouts. For example, control both the main light and an accent light in a large room from two different doorways.
• Space-Saving and Clean Aesthetic: Consolidates the controls for two multi-way lighting circuits into a single wall box, reducing wall clutter and providing a neat, centralized control point compared to two separate plates.
• Enhanced Safety and Convenience: Eliminates the need to walk across a dark room to find a light switch, as control is always available at each end of a hallway or at each entrance to a room.
• Durable and Long-Lasting: The robust polycarbonate material resists impacts, scratches, and discolouration, ensuring the switch remains functional and looking new for years.
• Enhanced Electrical Safety: The flame-retardant properties of the polycarbonate housing provide an extra layer of safety and peace of mind against the risk of electrical faults.

In-Depth Technical Specifications

This section provides the detailed technical data for the S-TEC Switch 2 Lever 2 Way 4x2.

Ideal Use

The S-TEC Switch 2 Lever 2 Way is the ideal solution for controlling two separate circuits, each from two distinct locations.

• Large Open-Plan Rooms: Perfect for a switch plate at each entrance to control two different lighting zones (e.g., the lounge lights and the dining room lights) independently.
• Long Hallways with Intersections: Allows control of the main hallway light and a secondary intersecting hallway light from both ends of the main passage.
• Master Bedrooms: Ideal for controlling the main overhead light and a separate circuit for bedside lamps from both the doorway and a switch panel near the bed.
• Combined Indoor/Outdoor Control: Use one switch for an interior light and the second for a corresponding exterior light (e.g., patio or balcony light), with another 2-lever 2-way switch located at the other end of the room or near the outdoor access.

Tips

To ensure a safe and correct installation of your S-TEC Switch 2 Lever 2 Way, please consider the following expert advice.

• CRITICAL: MUST BE INSTALLED BY A QUALIFIED ELECTRICIAN: The installation of a dual 2-way switching circuit is complex and involves working with mains voltage. This must be carried out by a certified electrician to ensure safety, correct functionality, and compliance with all electrical regulations.
• CRITICAL: MUST BE USED IN PAIRS: Each lever on this plate is a 2-way switch and must be paired with another 2-way switch elsewhere on the same circuit. For example, to control two lights from two locations, you will need two of these STI-1016 switch plates.
• Not an Intermediate Switch: This switch cannot be used to add a third control point to a circuit. For circuits requiring control from three or more locations, you must use two 2-Way switches (at the ends) and one or more Intermediate switches in between.
• Complete Unit: Unlike the modular S-TEC switches, this is a complete, pre-assembled unit. The switch mechanisms are integrated into the cover plate.
• Secure Mounting: Ensure the switch is screwed firmly to the wall box to create a secure, gap-free installation. Do not over-tighten the screws, as this can crack the polycarbonate plate.