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RV-12 rocker switches?

Lionclaw

Lionclaw

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Does anyone know who makes the rocker switches on the 12 panel? Do they illuminate?

I like the look, and i'm thinking about using them on my 9A.
 
RV-12 Panel Rocker Switches Sourced!

Thought I would resurrect this old thread because sources for the RV-12 rocker switches have been identified. After looking at this thread and others similar where builders have inquired about finding a source for the rocker switches used by Van?s on the RV-12?s instrument panel, it seemed there was never a clear source identified.

After looking at photos on various builder sites and on Dave?s Schmetterling Aviation site in particular, where he had taken an instrument panel photo from above which clearly showed that the rocker switches Van?s uses are soldered onto circuit boards ... after seeing that, I knew I did not want to call Van?s for the switches. Preferred having switches with either a screw or spade terminal so there would be no soldering or a need to make a small circuit board for the switches. So the search began. A call to Stein got me pointed in the right direction because he thought the switches were made by Otto. That appears to be correct and they make quite a few versions including spade terminals.

Builders interested in reading details about the switches can view my Blog and read the following post detailing the info for the switches.
http://www.dogaviation.com/2014/06/rv-12-panel-switches-sourced-duh-moment.html

The RV-12 switches do appear to be manufactured by Otto ... the single pole rocker switches are the K1 series and the double pole switches are the K2 series. The part number for the single pole switch with the 12 volt green LED light in it as seen in the photo below is K1ABAPCABA. It is available through Mouser or Quist Electronics in Minnesota (where I ordered from) ? there are other distributors, but most of the ones I checked required ridiculous minimum orders. Hope this helps builders like myself wanting to install a panel switch for the fuel pump so the pump does not run while fiddling around learning the SkyView menus, adjusting settings, installing updates, etc.
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The K1ABAPCABA is one of the switches Van's uses and sells. All the switches they use and sell are of this series (with spade connectors).
They can be purchased individually (no minimum order). I can't comment on how the price compares to other sources.

They aren't in the catalog... you have to call and ask for them.
 
I got an OTTO K1ABBPCADA from Vans for $14, same as what is in the D180 panel
 
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Scott - Thanks for the clarification

Scott ? thanks for correcting my incorrect assumption that the rocker switches were of the PC board solder mount type. I revisited the photo I was using as reference and upon a MUCH closer inspection, I can see the female spade connectors are soldered onto the PC board and the male spade connectors on the switches are seated into the female connector. Gee, wish I would have noticed that weeks ago ? it would have saved hours of time researching on the Internet. On the brighter side of things, the Otto part number for the switch is correct.

Per the previous post, the Van's price of $14 is what I paid for the switches.
 
Panel Switch

I'm looking for a Panel Switch to match the existing trim switch in my RV12 (D180 model). I've found previous posts which call out K1ABAPCABA by OTTO Engineering, but that isn't the one I'm looking for.

This switch has no lights, and is spring loaded (Rocker type) both sides.

Does anyone know of a source and part number?

Thanks,
 
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rvbuilder2002 said:
The K1ABAPCABA is one of the switches Van's uses and sells. All the switches they use and sell are of this series (with spade connectors).
They can be purchased individually (no minimum order). I can't comment on how the price compares to other sources.

They aren't in the catalog... you have to call and ask for them.
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If you want a switch exactly like the pitch trim switch, the part number is K2ABMAAAAA according to a
schematic given to me by Mike Miller 6 years ago (if I remember right). Van's probably sells it. Ask for it by part number.
Mouser has 4 of them in stock for $13.20 each plus shipping.
If that is not the switch that you want, a more detailed description is needed. Is it double pole or single pole,
double throw or single throw, illuminated or not, maintained or momentary?
 
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Thanks

Thanks guys for your responses. Unfortunately none of these appear (going by the pictures) to be what I'm looking for. I'll call around on Monday and see if I can find it. I'll repost if I'm successful.
 
Should be the right one, per the data sheet...

Quick connect, black actuator, center off, up and down positions spring loaded, DPDT, no lights, markings or lenses.
 
Steve,

The series of Otto rocker switches used in the RV-12 are either K1 or K2 depending if they are single or double pole. The remaining letters in the part number mean things such light /no light/ the color of the light ect. So even though a picture of the product may not look as though it is what you want, because of the plethora of variations available you must go by the full part number for the switch. Below are two links to PDF files that spells out what every letter in the part number means for both K1 and K2 series Otto switches.

K1 switches: http://www.ottoexcellence.com/file.aspx?FileId=11830

K2 switches: http://www.ottoexcellence.com/file.aspx?FileId=11835

As an example, I wanted a fuel pump switch with a green light to match the other switches so I selected an Otto K1 ABAPCABA.

There is much more information available at the Otto site for the K1 and K2 series of rocker switches that can be obtained by looking here:
http://www.ottoexcellence.com/shop-by-department/rocker/

Hope the above helps.
 
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Terrybrd said:
You might be interested in this site.
These rocker switches are mounted with a round hole, 20amp and lit up.
I bought 2 of the green ones and they are only $2.50 each.
I got this web site from a friend that does a lot of wiring for the guys at the airport and he won't buy if he doesn't like the quality.

http://www.westfloridacomponents.com/SW105PD/Rocker+Switch+20A+12V+Green+Lighted+Auto.html
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I've bought indicators with that same basic plastic design and found they have a weak spot where the threaded portion meets the back of the device.

Several broke during installation and I never used any of them.
 
Findings

Thanks to all who responded. I sure know a lot more about switches now than I did a few days ago.:D I need a Double Pole - Double Switch, and that equals to a K2ABMAAAAA.:) Thanks again.
 
Nice Switches

Hi highly recommend www.rockerswitchpros.com

Good folks to work with, fast and good pricing. They use high quality products that you can configure infinitely.

Here's my master and engine switches
https://instagram.com/p/BOKuG-SjFEU/

And my center lighting and avionics switches
http://[url]https://flic.kr/p/P4YydL[/URL]

I'm not sure how best to share photos, but let me know if this doesn't work for you and I'll send you the pics. The bottom line is that I'm very happy with the switches. They have LED backlit symbols and a second light that activates when turned on, but you can configure these just about anyway you want.
 
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