Remcon Low Voltage Closet-Light Devices Specifications
These relays are replacements for Remcon / Amprobe relays for a closet or pantry light were used in low voltage electrical systems typically found in the basement or attic of mid century houes.
- Remcon Relay Switches: 6.5 Amp, 120 Volt, 100% Solid State Relay RC120S. Made in China. AC Voltage from 105 to 125 VAC. AC Current Rating: Resistive, Tungsten, up to 6.5A (1/4 HP max. motor load at 120V) maximum. Frequency: 60 Hz. Safe control switching: 10.0 VDC max. isolated from AC line. and 10 miliamps max. Ambient operating temperature: 40 degrees Celsius max. for full rated output current.
- Replacement Unit: The RC-120S replaces the old RCL1 electromagnetic switches. Can be used in all present applications, and in addition, offers more applications than ever before. (The RCL1 was only rated to 2.5 amps, and used 750 mA of AC control current.)
- Operation: Switches AC power ON and OFF using low voltage control circuit. Built in transformer, with no step down transformers necessary. Momentary contact closure of control wires turns AC power ON. If there is more than one relay on a circuit, the relays must be the same type, i.e. all RCL1 or all RC120S. They cannot be intermixed because of the difference in control currents.
- Size: 2.5" wide by 1.125" deep by 1.83" high.
- Features: Single relay can be controlled by multiple switches. In addition, multiple relays can be controlled by a single switch. These quality megohmmeters offer a solid range of features designed to meet most insulation test applications.
- Installation: Insert through the knock-out hole in metal electrical box. Installation using the mounting nut (included) is recommended for better heat dissipation. Must be securely installed in metal boxes only because the the solid state switch generates heat.
- Wiring Instructions: Includes wiring diagram with hook-up directions for replacing the RCL-1 (older style electromagnetic switch relay). Light #22 cable can be used to control relay instead of Romex or armored cable - a significant time and cost savings.
- Ratings: UL Listed. Limited lifetime warranty.
- Original Remcon System Features: Ovoid Remcon switchplates were typically installed horizontally with the switches rocking up and down to turn lights on and off. The curved, flared switches were pinched in and narrower at the middle and wider at the top with a small dot at the center. (Original type of Remcon mounting straps, ivory curvy rocker switches and rounded or oval wall plates are no longer in production.)
- Low Voltage Wall Plates, Parts and Devices: Click Low Voltage Switch Plates and Electrical Devices for all low volt switches, brackets and wallplates. We carry low voltage wall plates that fit many different series of low voltage wiring system's electrical devices.
- New Applications for the RC 120S:
- Industrial Control Applications
- Where isolated low voltage is need for safety reasons.
- Higher current applications. (Up to 6.5 Amps, 1/4 HP)
- Long-distance remote operation with twisted pair wire.
- Use solid state control switching (computer output is appropriate.)
- Alarms.
- Computer control applications.
- Plant process controls.
- Hostile or hazardous environments.
- Lights in closets or pantries.
- Reduce control wiring costs and electrical interference.
- Economically meet building codes in new installations.
- Hard To Find: Many brands of low voltage wiring systems were produced for midcentury houses including GE, Remcon, Touch-Plate, Sweepe, Sierra and Bryant. These companies have mostly limited or discontinued those product lines or simply have gone out of business. We stock the currently manufactured lines that will still work with these older electrical systems.
Is it possible to interchange Bryant, GE and Remcon low voltage switches and relays in the same wiring system?
White Bryant, GE and Remcon are all 3-wire low voltage systems, the Remcon is somewhat different than GE and Bryant systems. (Bryant and General Electric switches and relays may be used interchangeably.) Although we know that some customers have installed them together, it's not recommended. The relays have different amp and volt ratings, possibly causing switches to wear our faster over time. In addition, switches aren't UL listed for safety in mixed use systems. If new switches are needed for a Remcon system, we suggest replacing with
Touch Plate switches. (Note: two Touch Plate switch buttons are needed to replace each Remcon switch.)
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