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Black push-button switch with two screw terminals

Gardner Bender

Gardner Bender GSW-22 push-button dimmer switch 6A 120V AC 3A 240V AC black

SKU CH-8A5X-MYVVC

A momentary push-button switch rated 6A at 120V AC and 3A at 240V AC with two screw terminals and UL listing

  • Product typeLight Switch
  • Momentary action simplifies doorbell and buzzer wiring
  • 6 A at 120 V AC handles standard household lighting loads
  • 3 A at 240 V AC supports higher-voltage circuits
  • Two screw terminals enable secure, tool-free connections
  • UL listing confirms compliance with recognised safety standards

Momentary push-button operation

The Gardner Bender GSW-22 is a single-pole momentary switch rated 6A at 120V AC and 3A at 240V AC. It uses two screw-type terminals for straightforward wiring in low-voltage control circuits. The black finish suits panels where a discreet appearance is preferred. UL listing confirms compliance with recognised safety standards.

Sustained load behaviour

Under continuous operation the switch carries its rated current without derating, but the momentary action means the contacts close only while the button is held. This design prevents accidental permanent energising of door bells, buzzers or security horns. Heat rise stays within UL limits during the brief duty cycles typical of signalling applications.

Practical voltage limits

The device is certified for 120V AC at 6A and 240V AC at 3A, so it cannot be used on higher mains voltages or DC loads beyond the stated ratings. The two screw terminals accept solid or stranded conductors sized for the rated amperage. Installers must observe the California Proposition 65 warning regarding DEHP exposure during handling.

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Specifications

Product
Brand nameGB Electrical
Product typeLight Switch

Questions about this item

Does the GSW-22 push-button switch generate noticeable heat or noise when left on all day?

The switch is a simple mechanical contact rated 6 A at 120 V AC and 3 A at 240 V AC; it has no fan or electronics, so it runs silently and produces negligible heat under normal loads.

What wiring must already be in place for the GSW-22 to work?

You need a 120 V or 240 V AC circuit with a live and a switched wire, plus a standard junction box to mount the two screw-type terminals.

Will the GSW-22 work alongside older 120 V doorbell or lighting circuits I want to keep?

Yes, it is UL listed for 120 V AC at 6 A and 240 V AC at 3 A, so it can replace an existing momentary switch on those legacy circuits without changes.

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