Gardner Bender
Gardner Bender GSW-12 Heavy-Duty SPDT Toggle Switch
Heavy-duty SPDT toggle switch rated 20A at 125V AC and 10A at 250V AC with three screw terminals and UL listing
- Color/FinishNULL
- TypeLight Switch
- Heavy-duty SPDT toggle rated 20 A at 125 V AC
- Motor-rated 3/4 HP for power tools and appliances
- 2-speed on/on switching with three screw terminals
- UL listed for verified safety compliance
- Single pole double throw contact form for versatile wiring
Heavy-Duty SPDT Toggle Switch
The Gardner Bender GSW-12 is a heavy-duty single pole, double throw toggle switch rated for motor loads. It suits power tools and household appliances needing a 2-speed on/on control. UL listed for safety compliance.
Thermals, Noise and Power Draw
The switch carries 20A at 125V AC and 10A at 250V AC with a 3/4 HP motor rating. It operates silently with no moving cooling parts. Power draw depends entirely on the connected load.
Three Screw Terminals
Three screw-type terminals provide secure wire connections for the SPDT circuit. The carded packaging supplies one switch per pack. A California Proposition 65 warning applies for DEHP exposure.
Highlights
- Heavy-duty SPDT toggle rated 20 A at 125 V AC
- Motor-rated 3/4 HP for power tools and appliances
- 2-speed on/on switching with three screw terminals
- UL listed for verified safety compliance
- Single pole double throw contact form for versatile wiring
Specifications
| Brand | GB Electrical |
|---|---|
| Color/Finish | NULL |
| Type | Light Switch |
Questions about this item
How do I wire the three screw terminals on this SPDT toggle switch for a 2-speed on/on setup?
Connect the common feed to the centre screw and each load to the two outer screws; the most common mistake is swapping the common with a load wire, which leaves one speed dead.
What wear items should I expect to replace on this UL-listed heavy-duty toggle over time?
The toggle mechanism and screw-terminal contacts are the only serviceable parts; carbon tracking or loose screws after repeated 20 A cycles are the typical failure signs.
At what load does the 3/4 HP motor rating become the limiting factor during continuous use?
The 3/4 HP rating at 125/250 V AC is the first thermal limit reached under sustained motor starting current, before the 20 A/125 V or 10 A/250 V resistive limits.
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