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1 Gang Architrave Momentary Switch Unlacquered Brass Plate and Button, Button Dimmer Controller

Model No. ABELL/U by: Forbes and Lomax
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This is the Forbes and Lomax ABELL/U, a single gang architrave momentary switch on a unlacquered brass plate, Forbes and Lomax architrave button dimmer controller.

With this item you will also need to order the Forbes and Lomax 1715 Architrave Back-Box - see the required items.

All momentary switches (contact-closure switches) require an in-line dimming pack to enable them to work as a dimmer, or a relay pack to have an ON/OFF function. The button dimmer controller allows dimming from more than one location, and it can be used to control home automation systems.

Please note: The button dimmer / momentary switch will only work in conjunction with an inline dimmer (see the required items). The way it works is: one in-line dimmer (impulse dimmer) per button dimmer. For 50-1000W 4A dimming you can order the ID0401 and for LED dimming you can use ID0101LE. 

About the Forbes and Lomax Button dimmers

  • Standards, Approvals & Directives: Button dimmer Conforms to BS EN 60669 - 1: 1999 when assembled to appropriate plate and grid and installed correctly. ASTA Certificate No: 16240
  • Button dimmers are manufactured from brass and finished to complement or match the cover plates.
  • They feature a solid brass button
  • All products clearly printed with BSNo’s, ratings, etc
  • They are contact-closure momentary switch
  • Button dimmers are screwed to appropriate grids.
  • All the Forbes and Lomax buttons are available in the complete range of plate finishes: Unlacquered Brass, Antique Bronze, Stainless Steel, Polished Nickel, Verdigris and Invisible.
  • Supply voltage: 250V AC, 50Hz
  • Current rating: 4A
  • Ambient operating temperature: -5 degrees to 40 degrees Celsius
  • Max. installation altitude: 2000m
  • IP Rating: IP2XD
  • No of operations: 40.000 per button dimmer
  • Terminal capacity: 3 x 1mm (Flex), 2 x 1mm (Solid), 2 x 1.5mm (Solid), 1 x 2mm (solid), and 1 x 2.5mm (Solid). 
  • Button dimmer dimensions: 23mm width x 50.3mm height x 30.5mm depth.

The Unlacquered Brass Range from Forbes and Lomax

  • The Unlacquered Brass range is designed a classical design as it mellows with age if left unpolished to match older brass fittings in the home. 
  • This is particularly suitable to period buildings where a bright brass look would be less desirable. Alternatively, the plates can easily be polished to give a shiny look should this be required.
  • The depth of the tarnished affect depends on the usage of the product in the home. 
  • Although traditional in appearance, the variety of unlacquered brass products we have will meet all the demands of modern living. 
Switches & Sockets Specific
Back Box Depth 38mm
Brand Forbes and Lomax
Finish Unlacquered Brass
Gang 1
Insert No Insert
Plate Metal
Plate Dimensions 32mm x 86mm
Style Flat Plate
Type Momentary Switch

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