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Red toggle light switch with white base and mounting screws

Hubbell Incorporated

Hubbell Incorporated HBL1221R Red Toggle Light Switch 20A 120/277V

SKU CH-YP0C-DSHH8

A red single-pole toggle switch rated 20 A at 120/277 V AC with screw terminals for 14-10 AWG wire

  • Color familyRed
  • Color and finishRed
  • Product typeLight Switch
  • Single-pole toggle controls one circuit cleanly
  • 20 A rating handles heavy lighting or motor loads
  • 120/277 V AC range suits residential and commercial wiring
  • Back and side wiring with screw terminals accepts 14 to 10 AWG conductors
  • Shatter-resistant and impact-resistant body meets UL listing

Red 20 A Toggle Switch

This red single-pole toggle switch handles 20 A at 120/277 V AC and carries a 1 hp rating. It is built for residential or light-commercial circuits that need a visible, high-amperage control point. The UL listing confirms compliance with the referenced safety standard.

Back and Side Wiring Under Load

The device accepts both back-wired and side-wired connections using screw terminals. Conductors from 14 AWG to 10 AWG are secured under the same terminal screws, so the joint stays tight during repeated switching cycles. Shatter- and crack-resistant materials and impact resistance help the housing survive job-site handling and long-term thermal cycling.

Toggle Actuation and Mounting

The maintained toggle action gives a definite on/off position that can be seen and felt in low light. A single switch occupies a standard wall box opening, and the screw-terminal layout leaves room for neat conductor folding. The red finish provides quick circuit identification in multi-switch installations.

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Specifications

Product
Brand nameHubbell Wiring Device-Kellems
Color and finishRed
Color familyRed
Product typeLight Switch

Questions about this item

Does the HBL1221R toggle generate noticeable heat or noise when left on continuously?

No, a mechanical toggle switch draws no power itself and has no moving parts while closed, so it produces no audible noise or measurable heat during all-day operation.

What wiring must already be in the box for the HBL1221R to install correctly?

You need a 120 V or 277 V AC single-pole circuit with a neutral, and solid copper conductors between 14 AWG and 10 AWG to fit the screw terminals.

Will the HBL1221R work on a legacy 120 V circuit that still uses 14 AWG wiring?

Yes, the switch is rated for 120/277 V AC and accepts wire sizes down to 14 AWG, so it connects directly to older 14 AWG branch circuits.

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