I've definitely found several AC only switches burned permanently into
the "ON" position, so its a real concern. We use surplus switches
removed from old houses that are DC rated. I got a collection from
Habitat Restore. They don't say AC only, and are very loud when
switched. Pull chain lamps are usually DC rated, so that's a very
simple solution. In line cord switches are DC rated, and I used to get
surface mount Barn type switches that were DC rated.
As others noted, LEDs have low enough current draw to not be as much of
a problem, but the old 50 watt incandescents pulled about 4 amps, and
definitely would burn AC switches.
I would never put my license and name on an install with such an obvious
code violation. (equipment not listed for the purpose)
R.Ray Walters
CTO, Solarray, Inc
Nabcep Certified PV Installer,
Licensed Master Electrician
Solar Design Engineer
303 505-8760
On 6/8/2013 10:47 AM, David Katz wrote:
Jesse
I have been using AC only switches on my 12 and 24 volt lighting for 30 years
and they work fine.
Backwoods Solar has a good LED selection.
David Katz
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On Jun 7, 2013, at 8:07 PM, "Jesse Dahl" <[email protected]> wrote:
Hello,
I have a few hunting shacks coming up on the board so I've been searching for
DC LEDs to use. I Want to give the customers options for the tasks needed and
have spent hours searching online for products.
Any recommendations? I hate to purchase and be disappointed. Websites?
On that topic what are wrenches using for switching DC LEDs? I just have AC single-pole
switches in my fish house, despite them saying AC only! But I've not found a
"typical" single-pole, single-throw switch that is AC/DC rated or just DC
rated. I've found SPDT switches with AC/DC ratings.
Thanks as always,
Jesse
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