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Old 10-26-2005, 01:11 AM
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I wanted to know if I could use a 125 VAC switch for 12 VDC project, I am looking for a mini on/off and cannot seem to find. This switch will have maybe a 1 amp or 2 draw.



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Ok, radio shack, but can you use a 125vac switch for a 12 VDC project!????


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Yes. The upper limit on most small switches at the 12vdc level is 8 to 10 amps. As long as you don't exceed the amps you will be fine.

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Newtmaker where have you been! I was pretty sure you could but thought I would ask! Thanks so much for your help!




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I been hiding in N. GA for a while ;-)

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Hey Newtmaker, I pm'd you with a question!



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