3 Gang Momentary Switch/Dolly Antique Bronze: 1 Momentary Switch + 2 x 2 way Dolly Switches

This is the Forbes and Lomax 3G2TBELL/BMA, a three gang switch composed of one momentary switch and two way 20A dolly switches antique bronze plate, manufactured by Forbes and Lomax.

The Forbes and Lomax Dolly Switch

The Forbes and Lomax Dolly Switches are On/off Switches available in 2-way, Intermediate and double pole versions. Retractive dolly switches can be used as dimmer controllers when connected to a dimmer pack or dimming system. 2-way-and-off switches can be used to operate blinds.

The Forbes and Lomax dolly switches can be mixed with Button Dimmer Controllers on the same plate, however they can not be combined with rotary dimmers. The Forbes & Lomax dolly switches are available in: the Invisible Lightswitch® Range, the Antique Bronze Range, the Stainless Steel Range, the Aged Brass Range, the Unlacquered Brass Range, the Nickel Silver Range, and the Verdigris Range.

Technical Information - Forbes and Lomax Dolly Switch

• The Forbes and Lomax Dolly Switch Conforms to BS EN 60669 - 1: 1999 when assembled to appropriate plate and grid and
• installed correctly. ASTA Certificate No: 16240
• All Forbes and Lomax dolly switches require British standard 35mm deep flush wall boxes (to be ordered separately).
• Voltage: 250V AC, 50Hz
• Current rating: 20AX
• Terminal capacities: 4 x 1mm2 (Flex), 4 x 1.5mm2 (Solid), 3 x 2.5mm2 (Solid), 2 x 4mm2 (Solid), 1 x 6mm2 (Solid). 
• Ambient Operating Temperature: -5 degrees to +40 degrees Celsius
• IP rating: IP2XD
• Max. installation altitude: 2000m
• No. of operations: 10.000 
• Dimensions: 1-2 gang rocker switch 86mm x 86mm; 3-4 gang 146mm x 86mm. 

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. 
• Invisible plates and rocker switches with 2mm thick acrylic plates complete the range.
• The Forbes and Lomax Momentary / contact closure switches require an in-line dimmer pack to enable them to work as a dimmer. They can be used for lighting control and home automation systems. The dimmer pack has to be located in an accessible void, out of earshot; any noise generated when dimming will come from the dimmer pack - no noise will be emitted from the switch itself. 
• You can achieve multiple switching locations on one lighting circuit by wiring the buttons in parallel; all the locations must have momentary controls, and each location can be used to dim. However, you cannot use normal switches on the same circuit as the button dimmer. 
• To use a momenary control as a simple ON/OFF switch, you need to put a link to the in-line relay pack. 

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 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

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.

Need more detailed specs?

• button-dimmer-forbes.pdf (684.09 kB)
• dolly-switch-forbes1.pdf (532.26 kB)
• forbes-instr-electricians.pdf (492.5 kB)