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Door operated switch
I would like to instal some lights into my wardrobe, with switches that
automatically turn on the lights whenever the door is opened. Seemed like a straightforward idea at the time, but I can't find any switches that I could use to do this. Any ideas, please? --- Outgoing mail is certified Virus Free. Checked by AVG anti-virus system (http://www.grisoft.com). Version: 6.0.576 / Virus Database: 365 - Release Date: 30/01/04 |
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Try maplin electronics
"Malcolm Hackett" wrote in message ... I would like to instal some lights into my wardrobe, with switches that automatically turn on the lights whenever the door is opened. Seemed like a straightforward idea at the time, but I can't find any switches that I could use to do this. Any ideas, please? --- Outgoing mail is certified Virus Free. Checked by AVG anti-virus system (http://www.grisoft.com). Version: 6.0.576 / Virus Database: 365 - Release Date: 30/01/04 |
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On Sat, 7 Feb 2004 22:26:42 -0000, "Malcolm Hackett"
wrote: I would like to instal some lights into my wardrobe, with switches that automatically turn on the lights whenever the door is opened. Seemed like a straightforward idea at the time, but I can't find any switches that I could use to do this. Any ideas, please? Find yourself a supplier for this lot, http://www.jeani-accessories.ltd.uk/ an electrical wholesalers will probably be best. ... SJW A.C.S. Ltd. |
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Malcolm Hackett wrote: I would like to instal some lights into my wardrobe, with switches that automatically turn on the lights whenever the door is opened. Seemed like a straightforward idea at the time, but I can't find any switches that I could use to do this. TLC do a door switch with box for 5.20 + vat FM 140WB www.tlc-direct.co.uk -- *Why is it called tourist season if we can't shoot at them? Dave Plowman London SW 12 RIP Acorn |
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In message , Malcolm Hackett
writes I would like to instal some lights into my wardrobe, with switches that automatically turn on the lights whenever the door is opened. Seemed like a straightforward idea at the time, but I can't find any switches that I could use to do this. Like these?: http://www.tlc-direct.co.uk/Products/FM142.html http://www.tlc-direct.co.uk/Products/FM140WB.html Shouldn't be hard to find locally from Maplins, or an Electrical trade counter. -- Chris French, Leeds |
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On Sun, 08 Feb 2004 00:06:06 +0000 (GMT), Dave Plowman
wrote: In article , Malcolm Hackett wrote: I would like to instal some lights into my wardrobe, with switches that automatically turn on the lights whenever the door is opened. Seemed like a straightforward idea at the time, but I can't find any switches that I could use to do this. TLC do a door switch with box for 5.20 + vat FM 140WB www.tlc-direct.co.uk I bought one of those and really it needs to be morticed which may not be possible. OK as a switch though I found a more generically useful one at RS, which unusually was not that outrageously priced. 456-4643 at £6.60 exc. This one has an overall plastic case and is adjustable with a proper microswitch - ample rating as well. I used one on one of my large kitchen cupboards where the consumer unit is at the back. I put a small 8W maintained emergency light in the top of the cupboard, wired to a lighting circuit upstream of the RCD. When the door is opened, the light comes on. It will stay on if the power fails. I was able to adjust the plunger so that the relatively light magnetic catch had no trouble holding the door closed. ..andy To email, substitute .nospam with .gl |
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On Sun, 8 Feb 2004 01:03:44 UTC, Andy Hall wrote:
I bought one of those and really it needs to be morticed which may not be possible. OK as a switch though He could cannibalise a fridge... -- Bob Eager begin by not using Outlook Express... |
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Andy Hall wrote: I bought one of those and really it needs to be morticed which may not be possible. OK as a switch though Yes - at the best of times they're a real fiddle to fit. A standard microswitch with an operating arm is usually an easier way - the arm allows much more tolerance. -- *Stable Relationships Are For Horses. Dave Plowman London SW 12 RIP Acorn |
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The Lord alerted my mind to the presence of this EVIL article by Bob
Eager, and I thusly replied: On Sun, 8 Feb 2004 01:03:44 UTC, Andy Hall wrote: I bought one of those and really it needs to be morticed which may not be possible. OK as a switch though He could cannibalise a fridge... I've heard you're a netKKKop too. Is it true? -- The Reverend Parson Peter Parsnip Smiting Sinful Usenet Users Since 1874 "A ******* shall not enter into the congregation of the Lord; even to his tenth generation shall he not enter into the congregation of the Lord." - Deuteronomy 23:2 |
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"Bob Eager" wrote in message ... On Sun, 8 Feb 2004 01:03:44 UTC, Andy Hall wrote: I bought one of those and really it needs to be morticed which may not be possible. OK as a switch though He could cannibalise a fridge... -- Bob Eager begin by not using Outlook Express... Dear All I have recently cannibalised my fridge to provide shelf space for my clothes, with an automatic light that comes on when I open the door. Neat, huh? Now another question for your expertise. It seems that my socks need to be stored at a different temperature to the lettuce. Any ideas on the best ways to adjust temperatures to suit both clothes and vegetables? .... Thanks to all for the various suggestions and urls, one or other should sort me out. Malcolm. --- Outgoing mail is certified Virus Free. Checked by AVG anti-virus system (http://www.grisoft.com). Version: 6.0.576 / Virus Database: 365 - Release Date: 30/01/04 |
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Malcolm Hackett wrote: It seems that my socks need to be stored at a different temperature to the lettuce. Just store them with the cheese. -- *If a mute swears, does his mother wash his hands with soap? Dave Plowman London SW 12 RIP Acorn |
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