“Gang” is the number of switches on the plate, and “2 way” means the same light can be controlled from two locations, useful on stairs or long corridors.
Light Switches, Cooker Controls & Fused Spurs
Light switches in this range cover everyday lighting controls, cooker isolation and maintenance tasks across kitchens, bathrooms and utility spaces. You’ll find 1 gang and 2 gang plates in 1‑way and 2‑way configurations, fan isolators, immersion switches with neon indicators, 45A cooker switches and compact architrave options for tight reveals. The selection also spans decorative faceplates, so finishes can be matched across rooms and accessories, including paired items like USB outlets and connection units. For a consistent fit-out, lighting controls can be paired with Sockets & Plugs when laying out new back boxes or refreshing faceplates.
Typical uses include 10AX light switches for LED and inductive lighting loads, fused spurs for fixed appliances and cooker control units on 6mm² or 10mm² radial circuits. “10AX” indicates a switch tested for up to 10A with inductive loads in line with BS EN 60669‑1, the core UK standard for household switching devices. Bathroom extractor fans are normally isolated on their own 3‑pole switch, such as the Fan Isolator Switch, while immersion heaters are commonly supplied via a dedicated spur like the Immersion Switch & Neon or a Switched Connection Unit for clear on/off control and fuse protection. In bathrooms, wall switches are usually outside the room or operated by a ceiling pull cord, and any electrical fittings placed near splash areas should meet the relevant IP rating for the zone as defined by BS 7671 guidance.
Installation choices often come down to space and finish. Slim plates suit shallow recesses, while deeper accessories may need additional clearance, for example a 2 Gang Pattress Box 47mm when there’s limited wall depth. Kitchens typically use a clearly marked local isolator for hobs or cookers, such as a 45 Amp Single Cooker Switch placed in an accessible location outside heat zones. Where a coordinated look matters, the category also includes satin chrome variants so lighting and power accessories align across a room.
Switches FAQ's
It shows the switch has been tested to handle up to 10A on circuits with inductive loads like LED drivers or fluorescent control gear, following BS EN 60669‑1 test conditions.
Yes, but ensure the back box has a reliable earth connection and that the wiring layout matches the new plate’s terminals. If in doubt, consult a qualified electrician and follow BS 7671 requirements.
Standard rocker switches often fit shallow boxes, but modules with extra terminals or indicator neons may require more depth; check the product spec and use a suitable surface box or deeper pattress if space is tight.
Wall-mounted rocker switches are typically placed outside the bathroom, or a ceiling pull cord is used. Any fittings within bathroom zones must meet the appropriate IP rating and be on RCD-protected circuits.