Is this an on/on Switch that is on the panel to check tanks, gas, water levels etc? If so, is it even called a switch and where can I source it? (My research has revealed nothing). I certainly hope this is enough info.
-1990 YR.
A momentary switch, also known as a “momentary contact switch,” works or turns “on” only for a brief period when it is actuated. It automatically returns to its default “off” position when the actuation is released.
I googled "momentary switch 1801" (from the pic) - you can start there.
Thanks Joel. I also found the 1801 online. It's a matter of matching amps and VAC.amps...
Hi Mind is power; The power and voltage ratings are nearly unimportant. The voltage only needs to withstand 14 volts or less, and the current I'm sure is much less than a tenth of an amp. Being momentary it doesn't even need to withstand a constant current. The only reason it needs to be a rocker switch form is to look like the other switches. And it could be a regular switch, but you would need to remember to turn it off when you weren't needing to read status, and that is just to save power use. RonB
Thanks Ron. As always, you are a wealth of information.