Re: Switch Conversion???



On Sun, 22 Jun 2008 07:47:59 -0400, ABLE_1 wrote:

I have a potential customer that has a house built in the 50's. The
electrical switches are an odd style in that the plates sit horizontal
and the toggles are more like rockers about the size of your thumb.

First I am looking for a name, style, or model on this type of switch.
I have googled and ebayed but can't seem to find a picture for a
reference.

Second I would like some hints as to how to install some automation to
control lights and such with this type of switch??

Any help would be appreciated.

TIA

Les

Look at TouchPlate, LiteTouch, Centralite, Vantage, etc. There are links
to each on this page.

http://davehouston.org/hardwire.htm

If it is GE low voltage system, there are companies that make parts.

http://www.alltestequipment.com/cgi-bin/pdc/viewprod.cgi?
pid=559&tid=1&type=elec
http://www.dale-electric.com/gereplace

TouchPlate did supply parts for GE systems.

http://www.inspect-ny.com/electric/Low_Voltage_Wiring.htm

Good luck.
.



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