featherliteCT1 wrote:BLTillson wrote:featherliteCT1 wrote:How do we know the switch is DC rated?
The specs on the switch do not specify AC or DC Simly a voltage and amperage that are within my circuit limits.
Regula generalis: si nulla DC specificatio, non DC aestimatio
I think it is so important in life to admit when we are wrong and make sure those who correct us are thanked and proper apologies and repentance are observed. As I was working on my wiring diagrams (as opposed to my logical diagram posted here), I ran into a question of the amperage that the rotary switch I had selected would handle using DC voltage. featherliteCT1 had warned that my selection may not have been adequate for the intended task. I found the evidence that was missing that proved him correct. The crazy part was that it was printed on a label on the side of the switch. This was not in the specs or box by the way.
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I can still use it but I am probably going to use it to control the AC input to the converter instead. That is even a cheaper solution in regard to wiring since I have to use a lower gauge. So I stand corrected.
