Description
The rocker here is retractive: press it and it springs straight back, sending a momentary signal to a home automation module rather than latching a circuit on and off. That makes it a control point for a smart lighting system rather than a switch that holds the load itself. The plate is screwless, so the face is unbroken by fixings, finished in a deep green with a chrome rocker and surround for contrast. It is rated at 10AX and measures 88mm square, keeping to the footprint of a standard single gang plate.
It suits homes running their lighting through relays, dimming modules or a central controller, where the wall plate is the touchpoint and the clever part lives elsewhere. Hallways, landings, kitchens and bedrooms all take it, and the momentary action is useful where a press should call a scene rather than simply cut the light. We like it in rooms with darker paint or panelling, where a white plate would jump out, though against a pale wall it reads as a small point of colour instead. Indoor rooms on a domestic supply are where it belongs, well away from splashes and steam.
The plate is moulded polycarbonate, double insulated, and light in the hand. The chrome on the rocker and its surround lifts the green and picks up other polished metal in the room. To clean, wipe with a barely damp cloth and dry it off straight away; sprays, solvents and abrasive creams will dull the surface, so keep them off it entirely. It carries a ten year warranty. Coloured plates reward a little restraint, so we would pick one accent finish for a room and let the rest of the ironmongery stay quiet.
Specification
| Colour |
Dark Green |
| Second Colour |
Chrome |
| Type of Finish |
Colour |
| Weight |
0.07KG |
| Length |
88mm |
| Width |
25mm |
| Height |
88mm |
| Back Box Depth |
25mm |
| Materials Used |
Polycarbonate, Metal |
| Max. Current Output |
10AX |
| Protection Class |
Class 2 - Double Insulated |
| Input Voltage |
220-250V~50/60Hz |
| Switch |
Yes - Rocker Switch |
| IP Rating |
IP20 |
| Warranty |
10yrs |
| UKCA/CE |
Yes |
| Additional Certification |
BS EN 60669 |
| Number of Gangs |
1 |
| Pieces Included |
1 |
| Installation |
Requires Installation By Qualified Electrician. 25mm Box Depth Is Recommended. |
| Suitable For |
Indoor Use Only. Domestic power supply. |
| Country of Origin |
China |
Frequently Asked
What does a retractive switch actually do?
It is a momentary switch. The rocker does not stay where you put it: it returns to centre as soon as you let go, sending a short pulse to a home automation or relay module, which then decides what the lights do.
Will it work as an ordinary light switch?
No. Because the action is retractive, it needs a system behind it that reads the pulse, such as a smart relay, dimmer module or automation controller.
What is the plate made from, and how big is it?
It is moulded polycarbonate with a chrome rocker and surround, measuring 88mm by 88mm, with a depth of 25mm behind the plate.
How is it rated?
It is a 10AX switch, double insulated to Class 2, and intended for indoor use on a domestic supply.
How should I clean the green finish?
A barely damp cloth followed by a dry one is all it needs. Avoid household cleaners, solvents and cream cleaners, as they can leave the moulded finish dull or marked.
Does it come with a warranty?
It carries a ten year warranty.