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    Dec 17, 2011, 08:12 PM
    Can you use a regular wall light switch, when it says need a low voltage switch
    Can you use a regular wall light switch when it says use a low voltage switch
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    Dec 17, 2011, 10:15 PM
    What are you trying to hook up? It could be low voltage but high amperage.
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    Dec 18, 2011, 05:04 AM
    Quote Originally Posted by chowder40 View Post
    Can you use a regular wall light switch when it says use a low voltage switch
    Most likely yes, but you should really tell us what "it" is in the above quote. :confused:
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    Dec 18, 2011, 05:57 AM
    A gas fireplace
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    Dec 18, 2011, 06:17 AM
    Yes, sometimes the instructions tell you to use a regular wall switch, and sometimes they provide a special switch or thermostat.
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    Dec 18, 2011, 07:04 AM
    The voltage rating of a switch, or any device, is the maximum it could handle safely. A 120 volt rated switch can handle from zero to 120 volts.

    A 24 volt rated switch cannot handle any voltage over 24 volts.

    This is the same for amperage ratings.
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