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1 Gang Momentary Switch Antique Bronze Plate and Button, Single Button Dimmer Controller

Model No. 1GBELL/BMA by: Forbes and Lomax
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This is the Forbes and Lomax 1GBELL/BMA, a one gang momentary switch antique bronze plate, single button dimmer controller, manufactured by Forbes and Lomax. The Antique Bronze range has a rich warm hue to the plates making them attractive in both contemporary and traditional interiors.

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
  • 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.

About the Forbes and Lomax Antique Bronze range

The Forbes and Lomax Antique Bronze Range of switches and sockets is especially versatile and can complement either a traditional or a modern property. These plates require little maintenance as they have a slight lacquer. A clean soft cloth can be used to wipe away any dust. 

  • The sockets are supplied with black inserts as standard to complement the dark finish of the plate.
  • The Bronze range from Forbes & Lomax is available in: Dolly Switch, Rotary Dimmer, Button Dimmer, and Rocker Switch. Furthermore, a full range of socket outlets are available, including power outlets, European sockets, telecom
  • and data, audio and visual, fused connection.
  • The Antique Bronze range has a rich warm hue to the plates making them attractive in both contemporary and traditional interiors. 
  • These items also work particularly well on wood panelling and other unusual surroundings. 
  • The plates all have a slightly variable finish which adds to the distinctive look of the range.
  • Many of the early light switches were made in Antique Bronze and the finish became very fashionable in the Art Deco period. 
  • The Antique Bronze range is durable and will stand the test of time. 
  • Original Antique Bronze switch plates can be seen in old buildings today still looking great a hundred years on. 
  • All switches conform to BSEN 60669-1:2018. 13amp sockets conform to BS1363- 2:2016 +A1: 2018, 2amp and 5amp sockets conform to BS546:1950
  • Single plates measure 86mm x 86mm and double plates measure 146mm x 86mm
  • All Forbes & Lomax switches and sockets require British standard 35mm deep flush wall boxes, but we recommend 47mm for ease installation

The Button Dimmer Controller from Forbes & Lomax is a push-to-make momentary action switch that controls an In-Line Dimmer Pack. The system allows dimming of a lighting circuit from more than one position.

  • Manufactured by Forbes and Lomax
  • This is a Forbes & Lomax button dimmer - one gang momentary switch
  • 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.
  • Finish: antique bronze plate
  • Dimensions: 22.2mm diameter button dimmer, with no plastic trim.
  • All Forbes and Lomax switches and sockets require British standard 35mm deep flush wall boxes.

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. 

Switches & Sockets Specific
Back Box Depth 35mm
Brand Forbes and Lomax
Finish Antique Bronze
Gang 1
Insert No Insert
Plate Metal
Plate Dimensions 86mm x 86mm
Style Flat Plate
Type Momentary Switch

Note: Some images and pictures are for reference only. The item may differ from the image/picture due to manufacturer's change. Should you require the exact item in the picture, please call or email us to enquire.

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