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Info About Remcon Low Voltage Series Wall Switch Plates & Devices

Original Remcon Low Volt Lighting Devices & Wall Plates

Remcon Low Voltage Switch Plates & Devices

First manufactured by Pyramid Instrument Company (now Amprobe Instrument) in the late 40's, the original Remcon low voltage switching system was installed in U.S.-built homes from the 40's to the 70's and was considered extremely innovative amongst its low volt brand competitors. Though most of the Remcon product line is discontinued today, Remcon's solid state relays are still manufactured and regularly stocked at Kyle Design. If you need replacement rocker switches and switchplates that will work with older Remcon wiring, we recommend Touch-Plate lighting control units that include premounted light switches in matching face plates for an easy, cost-effective solution.

Older Style Remcon Switch Plate Specs

As of February 2011, Remcon brand light switches and cover plates have been discontinued by the manufacturer. Remcon's latest line of stainless steel "snap in" low voltage switch plates measured 4.5" high by 2.75" wide and were available in single gang configurations for one, two or three devices. Each rectangular switch opening measured .4375" high by 1.1875" wide, with .906" spacing between openings on three-hole covers and 1.812" spacing on two-hole wall plates. All covers could be mounted vertically or horizontally and had box mounting screw holes at 3.281" apart, center to center. Remcon's updated single pole single throw (SPST) momentary RE-SW contact switches starkly contrasted the original ivory colored rocker devices which mounted in a bracket, and these newer clip-in switches were made for use with compatible stainless steel light switch wall plates. At a compact 1-1/4" by 9/16" size, these switches had two push-in side arms to clip the switch into the front of the wall covers. Although now discontinued with no Remcon brand replacement available, Touch-Plate low voltage switches can be used as substitute light switches in Remcon low voltage systems.

Old Style Remcon Single Gang Mounting Brackets

Original Remcon MB-1 mounting brackets were designed for use with matching plastic Remcon switch plate covers and could be installed directly on plaster or sheetrock. Compatible with older ivory Remcon rocker devices, these straps could be mounted vertically or horizontally on walls. These metal yokes were eventually replaced with Remcon's newer style of "snap in" stainless steel switchplates which eliminated the need for brackets; as of February 2011, however, this "snap in" Remcon series is now discontinued.

Remcon Nine Switch Plate

This Remcon unit appears to have eight switches plus a 9th switch that acts as a master control in the middle for turning off all switches with one push of the button. The switches to the left and right of it are curved ivory rocker switches and they have red, green, yellow, and white dots in the middle.

Modern Remcon Solid State Relays

Though switches and cover plates are unavailable, Remcon still produces two types of UL approved remote control relays: the R-115S for momentary devices (replaces older R-115) and the RC-120S for closet-lite switching (replacement for RCL-1). With built-in transformers, these relays can operate independently so that 1 relay can be controlled by multiple switches, or 1 switch can control several relays. Standard momentary relays have 3 wires while closet light relays have only 2 wires.

Mixing GE and Remcon Brand Light Switches & Covers

GE lighting components cannot be used in Remcon low voltage systems. Although General Electric and Remcon light switches are rated the same at 3 amps, 24 V.A.C (volt alternating current), the core of Remcon's low volt system is fundamentally different than GE's. Remcon systems feature solid-state relays which lack internal mechanical parts; these relays also feature built-in transformers so that every relay in a Remcon system acts independently. Alternatively, GE lighting controls rely on electromechanical relays.

Touch-Plate Replacement Switches for Remcon Low Volt Systems

Remcon low voltage switches and cover plates are no longer manufactured. If you are searching for replacement momentary devices and switchplates for your Remcon wiring system, we recommend Touch-Plate low voltage devices and cover plates that are available in various styles and colors to modernize your home. In order to convert Touch-Plate's two-wire switches to a three-wire Remcon set-up, you must use two Touch-Plate buttons for every one Remcon button to properly operate a light.

Find Low Voltage Switches, Switch Plates & More at Kyle Design

Kyle Design is an extensive knowledge base and supplier of genuine low voltage wiring components for vintage Bryant, Remcon, General Electric, Touch-Plate and Sierra brand lighting controls. Whether you're looking to replace dated or damaged low volt momentary switches and switch plates, you want more information about vintage remote control wiring systems or you need assistance in troubleshooting a defective light switch, Kyle Design can help you find the low voltage solutions you're looking for.