Vimar Idea 1-Way Rocker Switch, 1P 16AX 250V, Luminous, IP40
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Overview
The Vimar Idea 16021 is a 1-way rocker switch family for flush-mounted modular installations, built around a 1-pole 16 AX mechanism rated at 250 V. It supports luminous operation with a signalling unit, uses screw-terminal wiring, and carries an IP40 protection rating, which makes it a practical choice for protected interior panels rather than exposed weather areas.
This range is useful when a boat already uses the Vimar Idea modular system and you need the same switch style across cabins, passageways, galley spaces, or other enclosed control points. The mechanism is supplied without the signalling unit, and it is rated for loads up to 200 W for self-ballasted lamps.
Key features
- 1-pole 16 AX, 250 V 1-way switch format for standard on and off control
- Luminous function available for control and orientation when a signalling unit is fitted
- Supplied without the signalling unit, so the lighted function can be added where needed
- Available in 1-module, 2-module, and 3-module versions to match different Idea layouts
- Gray and ivory finish options for consistency with existing switch plates and interiors
- Screw-terminal connection with flush-mounted modular installation
- IP40 thermoplastic housing with a halogen-free body and matt finish
Variants
This switch is offered in multiple configurations so the mechanism can match both the finish and the module width already used in an Idea installation.
Across the range, the changing details are color and module size. Versions are available in gray or ivory, and in 1-module, 2-module, or 3-module formats. The main electrical format stays the same across the family: 1-pole 16 AX at 250 V, luminous operation for a signalling unit, screw-terminal connection, and IP40 protection.
Installation and fit
Before ordering, check the module width your support frame accepts. The 1-module version suits the narrowest opening, while the 2-module and 3-module versions take more panel space but keep the same switching function. That matters on refits where the panel cutout and trim are already set around a specific Idea support.
The switch mounts flush and snaps into the modular support, with conductors secured by screw terminals. On board, that makes it better suited to interior bulkheads and cabin panels where it stays out of direct spray, salt deposits, and frequent washdowns.
Use on board
This switch is a good match for boats that already use Vimar Idea devices and need a consistent 1-way control point for interior lighting or other protected AC circuits. It also suits spaces where a lighted switch location helps at night, provided the signalling unit is added separately.
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