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| 76-914 |
 Feb 18 2011, 04:32 PM
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Repeat Offender & Resident Subaru Antagonist  Group: Members Posts: 13,647 Joined: 23-January 09 From: Temecula, CA Member No.: 9,964 Region Association: Southern California 
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If I am using a switch that is rated for 16A @125vac in a 12vdc application does the amp rating of the switch also change?
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| Mike Bellis |
Feb 18 2011, 04:37 PM
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Resident Electrician Group: Members Posts: 8,346 Joined: 22-June 09 From: Midlothian TX Member No.: 10,496 Region Association: None 
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The amp rating is based on the gauge of the conductor. If you need 16A of 12V, you should use the switch to throw a relay.
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