Switches/Receptacles

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Used for heavy-duty plugs and appliances. Contains vertical and slanted slots in various configurations. Configurations are different, so...

Controls the amount of current in a light circuit and allows for varying levels of light. Usually may be installed in place of standard...

Controls power to lights and devices by turning off the hot side of the circuit. Mounted in an electrical box. Has four brass terminal...

Controls power to lights and devices by turning off the hot side of the circuit. Mounted in an electrical box. Has four brass terminal...

Stands for Ground Fault Circuit Interrupter. Also known as a GFI or ground fault interrupter Used to protect against ground faults, which...

Used to interrupt the flow of electricity on cords, most often for lamps and appliances. A variety of styles are available, and they can...

Taps the electrical circuit to provide power at a given location. Available in flush- or surface-mounted designs. A single- or double-wipe...

Controls power to lights and devices by turning off the hot side of the circuit. Mounted in an electrical box. Has two brass terminal...

A Rocker Switch operates the same as a standard switch, but instead of a toggle, it operates with a rocker action. A Delayed Action Switch...

Controls power to lights and devices by turning off the hot side of the circuit. Mounted in an electrical box. Has three brass terminal...

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