{"product_id":"bg-evolve-pcdbc12eb-20a-2-way-edge-rocker-switch-black-chrome","title":"BG Evolve PCDBC12EB 20A 2-Way Edge Rocker Switch - Black Chrome","description":"\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBG Evolve PCDBC12EB-01 Black Chrome 2-Way Edge Rocker Switch\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBring contemporary lighting control to modern interiors with the \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBG Evolve PCDBC12EB-01 Black Chrome Edge-to-Edge Light Switch\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e. Designed with a large full-face rocker and a slim screwless profile, this decorative switch offers a clean alternative to conventional accessories with smaller central rockers and visible fixing screws.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe deep Black Chrome finish creates a striking appearance that works particularly well in modern kitchens, bedrooms, living areas, hotels, offices and interiors featuring dark appliances, black hardware or polished metallic details.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFull-Face Edge-to-Edge Rocker\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe rocker extends across almost the entire front of the switch, creating a larger and more accessible touch point. Its uncluttered design produces a smooth, minimalist appearance while making the operating surface easy to locate and press.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe rocker clips on and off the installed mounting assembly, concealing the fixing screws after installation. It can also be removed when decorating and refitted once painting or wallpapering is complete.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis product should not be confused with the \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePCDBC12B-01 standard-rocker switch\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e or the \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePCDBC12WB-01 wide-rocker model\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e. The PCDBC12EB-01 uses BG’s largest edge-to-edge rocker design.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSingle 2-Way Lighting Control\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe PCDBC12EB-01 contains one 2-way switch mechanism for controlling a single lighting circuit.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIt can be installed as a conventional one-way switch or combined with another compatible 2-way switch so the same light can be operated from two positions. Typical applications include controlling lighting from the top and bottom of a staircase, opposite ends of a hallway or two entrances to a room.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003e20A 16AX Rating\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe switch is rated at \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e20A and 16AX\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e. BG lists an operating voltage of 220–240V on the individual product page, while the range specification states a rated voltage of 250V AC.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe 16AX inductive rating makes the switch suitable for appropriate lighting loads that may produce increased current during switching, provided the complete circuit remains within the manufacturer’s specification.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCaptive Backed-Out Terminals\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCaptive backed-out terminal screws are retained within the mechanism and supplied in a ready-to-wire position. This installer-friendly design helps reduce preparation time and prevents terminal screws from being lost during fitting.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe published terminal capacity includes:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFour 1mm² conductors\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFour 1.5mm² conductors\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTwo 2.5mm² conductors\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOne 4mm² conductor\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFixing screws and installation instructions are also supplied.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEarth Terminal on Mounting Plate\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eUnlike the standard PCDBC12B-01 switch, this edge-to-edge version includes an \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eearth terminal on the mounting plate\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eProtective conductors must be connected correctly, and an appropriate earth link should be made to a metal mounting box where required. 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