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Brass pull-chain light switch with canopy mounting

Gardner Bender

Gardner Bender GSW-39 Pull-Chain Light Switch 125-250Vac 3/6A

SKU CH-EP8Y-N5KQ3

A pull-chain light switch rated for 125–250 Vac at 3/6 A, suitable for canopy fixtures

  • TypeLight Switch
  • Easy pull-chain operation for quick light control
  • Rated 3 A at 125 Vac for standard household circuits
  • Rated 6 A at 250 Vac for higher-voltage applications
  • Brass construction resists corrosion for long service life
  • Single-pole double-throw switching handles two circuit paths

What this switch does

The Gardner Bender GSW-39 is a pull-chain light switch rated for 125 to 250 volts AC at 3 to 6 amps. It installs in a canopy or fixture to provide manual on and off control for a single lighting circuit.

How the pull chain changes use

The brass pull-chain mechanism gives a tactile actuation point that does not require a wall box or wired toggle. It lets users operate the light directly at the fixture, which is useful when the supply cable enters at the canopy.

Who this suits and who it does not

This switch suits fixtures that need a simple, single-circuit pull control at the canopy. It does not suit installations that require multi-speed fan control, dimming capability, or a wall-mounted toggle. Builders needing a three-way or smart-enabled device should look elsewhere.

Highlights

  • Easy pull-chain operation for quick light control
  • Rated 3 A at 125 Vac for standard household circuits
  • Rated 6 A at 250 Vac for higher-voltage applications
  • Brass construction resists corrosion for long service life
  • Single-pole double-throw switching handles two circuit paths

Specifications

BrandGB-GARDNER BENDER
TypeLight Switch

Questions about this item

Does the pull-chain mechanism on the GSW-39 require any routine lubrication or internal servicing over time?

The switch is a sealed brass unit with no user-serviceable parts; no lubrication or internal maintenance is required during its service life.

What is the first limitation reached when the GSW-39 runs continuously at its 6 A rating?

The 6 A / 250 Vac rating is the design ceiling; exceeding that current or voltage will cause the contacts to overheat and fail first.

How much heat does the GSW-39 generate when it carries a full 6 A load all day?

At the rated 6 A the brass contacts and body run warm but stay within UL-listed temperature-rise limits for continuous duty.

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