Simple Switch Guard

[jmellc]

Had to replace a couple of switches hit by a tall rack. This worked out well, as the RS cover is the old type with raised corners. Not doable with the flat corner type sold today.

 

[drcampbell]

A couple of spacers or standoffs will make it happen with the new-style covers.

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Apex Fasteners 3/8 Hex Male-Female Standoff - A Standoff is a fastener that is used to create space between two objects, often to properly position them. In the world of electronic components and electronic hardware, standoffs are typically used to space circuit boards, panels, doors or gears...

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[electrofelon]

Nice trick. FYI they still make the non dimpled corner covers. Thats all one of my supply houses has and I hate them.

 

[petersonra]

Is that UL listed as a switch protector?

 

[steve66]

I know they make switch guards, but I think I've also seen people install 2 hole straps over each switch.

 

[Fred B]

Is that UL listed as a switch protector?

I don't know if the application would require special listing. I think that is rather an ingenious solution for incidental bump protection and don't see anything particularly violating a code.

 

[LarryFine]

I can't imagine there's a rule that says that a switch protector can not be made with a listed part.

I like it.

 

[jmellc]

A couple of spacers or standoffs will make it happen with the new-style covers.

3/8 Hex Male-Female Standoff : Apex Fasteners

Apex Fasteners 3/8 Hex Male-Female Standoff - A Standoff is a fastener that is used to create space between two objects, often to properly position them. In the world of electronic components and electronic hardware, standoffs are typically used to space circuit boards, panels, doors or gears...

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That would probably work but we have a hard time ordering anything special. Our supply chain is complicated. I always try to use what I have.

A couple of spacers or standoffs will make it happen with the new-style covers.

3/8 Hex Male-Female Standoff : Apex Fasteners

Apex Fasteners 3/8 Hex Male-Female Standoff - A Standoff is a fastener that is used to create space between two objects, often to properly position them. In the world of electronic components and electronic hardware, standoffs are typically used to space circuit boards, panels, doors or gears...

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[jmellc]

I know they make switch guards, but I think I've also seen people install 2 hole straps over each switch.

I have used the half moon switch guards but they are mainly to protect the switch from accidental engagement. I most often used them on counter switches for dishwashers, especially multi gang. Customer would kill dishwasher trying to work the lights. The half moon still slows the switch to be used but with deliberate effort.