S-TEC Switch 1 Lever 2 Way 4x2

• 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 1 Lever 2 Way Switch, is the essential component for convenient, multi-point lighting control.
• It is designed to be used in pairs to operate a single light or circuit from two different locations, such as the top and bottom of a staircase.
• Featuring a robust 16 Amp mechanism and a helpful luminous locator strip, this switch provides a safe, reliable, and practical solution for modern homes.

Features

• 2-Way Switching Action: When installed in a pair, it allows a single light or circuit to be controlled from two separate switch locations.
• Heavy-Duty 16 Amp Rating: A robust electrical rating that comfortably handles standard lighting loads, ensuring reliability and a high safety margin.
• Luminous Locator Strip: Includes a subtle glow-in-the-dark strip on the switch lever, making it easy to locate in low-light conditions or at night without consuming any power.
• 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

• Provides Ultimate Convenience: The 2-way functionality is essential for modern living, allowing you to turn lights on and off from multiple points for convenience and safety, eliminating the need to walk through a dark room.
• Handles Demanding Loads Safely: The 16 Amp rating ensures the switch can operate reliably for years without risk of failure, even with multiple lights on the circuit.
• Convenience in the Dark: The luminous locator strip eliminates fumbling for the light switch at night, a small detail that greatly enhances user experience.
• 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.
• Professional, Cohesive Finish: Using a switch from the S-TEC range ensures a consistent, high-quality look that complements other sockets and switches in the installation.

In-Depth Technical Specifications

This section provides the detailed technical data for the S-TEC Switch 1 Lever 2 Way 4x2.

Ideal Use

The S-TEC Switch 1 Lever 2 Way is the essential switch for providing control of a single circuit from two distinct locations. It is always installed in pairs.

• Stairways: The most common application, with one switch at the bottom of the stairs and another at the top to control the stairway light.
• Long Hallways and Corridors: Enables control of the hallway light from either end, preventing long walks in the dark.
• Large Rooms with Multiple Entrances: Perfect for living rooms, open-plan areas, or master bedrooms, allowing the main light to be controlled from each doorway.
• Garages: Allows you to turn on the light from the door leading into the house and turn it off from the main garage door, or vice versa.

Tips

To ensure a safe and correct installation of your S-TEC Switch 1 Lever 2 Way, please consider the following expert advice.

• CRITICAL: MUST BE INSTALLED BY A QUALIFIED ELECTRICIAN: The installation and wiring of a 2-way switching circuit is more complex than a standard switch 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: A 2-way switch cannot function for multi-point control on its own. You must install two 2-way switches on the same circuit to achieve control from two locations.
• Understanding 2-Way Switching: A 2-Way switch has three terminals. The two switches are wired together with "traveller" or "strapper" wires, allowing either switch to change the state of the circuit.
• Not an Intermediate Switch: 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 mechanism is integrated into the cover plate.