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What kind of in-line switches are available?

Asked Jul 4, 2010, 09:50 AM — 14 Answers
I'm trying to install a switch in the 120vac dusk to dawn light by our house. There is a small access door on the pole to get to the wiring. I'm looking to just put in some type of inline switch on the hot leg to keep it as simple as possible. All they had at Home Depot was a small 6 amp rated inline switch. The wires look like 10 or 12 AWG.
Anyone have any ideas on what would be best or where to get a heavy-duty inline switch?

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Jul 4, 2010, 08:52 PM
Will a simple toggle switch work for you? They fit in a 1/2" hole and many are available with waterproof rubber boots.
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Jul 5, 2010, 05:56 AM
Where do you want to install switch? Inside house or out?

What access do you have to wire?

Chuck
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May 8, 2012, 07:07 AM
This is a drawing of what I'm trying to do.
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May 8, 2012, 07:11 AM
What kind of switch do I need?
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May 8, 2012, 09:30 PM
At 100 watts on a 120 VAC circuit you are drawing less than 1amp. Radio Shack sells SPST switches zthat will work. Why not just use a photo cell?
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May 10, 2012, 08:37 AM
ma0641, these are street lights with a photo cell and we want to be able to turn them off occasionally to draw less bugs or for watching fireworks, etc.
The wires are aluminum and probably 8 or 10 AWG.
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May 10, 2012, 07:28 PM
The simplest in line heavy duty switch would be a blade type switch. You could also use a battery disconnect but I'm not sure they are AC rated.
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May 11, 2012, 06:21 AM
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The simplest in line heavy duty switch would be a blade type switch. You could also use a battery disconnect but I'm not sure they are AC rated.
Got any links to any pictures or sites that might show me what type of blade type switch is available?
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May 11, 2012, 06:38 AM
How about installing 2 gang weatherproof box with a GFI recepticle and a switch, then a weatherproof cover.
If the wiring is #8 or #10, pigtail a short piece of wire to attach to the switch.
A regular Single Pole Electric will work.
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