Vimar Idea Classica 18-Module Cover Plate, Technopolymer
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Overview
The Vimar Idea 16749 Classica cover plate is an 18-module trim plate for Vimar IDEA switch and control layouts, built in technopolymer with a 206 x 222 mm face size, 11 mm depth, and support for either horizontal or vertical mounting. It is a large-format cover plate for grouped controls, with room for 6 modules across or 3 vertically, which makes it relevant for bigger interior switch banks on board.
This is a finishing component rather than a switching device itself, so the main job here is fit, layout, and appearance around an existing IDEA modular installation. The plate includes a mounting grid, uses clamp fixing, has a label space, and is rated IP00, so it belongs in protected interior locations rather than exposed deck or washdown areas.
Key features
- 18-module Classica cover plate for Vimar IDEA layouts
- Can be mounted horizontally or vertically, with 6 horizontal modules or 3 vertical modules
- Face size 206 x 222 mm with an 11 mm depth
- Technopolymer thermoplastic construction, halogen-free, with a glossy surface
- Integrated mounting grid with clamp fixing
- Suitable for built-in installation, wall duct, and subfloor installation duct box applications
- Includes a label space for clearer identification on multi-switch panels
- IP00 rating, so it is intended for dry, protected interior mounting positions
Variants
This cover plate is offered in five color configurations.
The listed variants keep the same 18-module format, mounting direction, dimensions, clamp fixing, label space, and IP00 interior-use rating. What changes across the range is the color tone and visual finish, which matters when matching the plate to surrounding panels, trim, and switch aesthetics.
- VM16749.01, White. This is the brighter white option in the range and suits light interior panels where a clean contrast around the switches is wanted.
- VM16749.V23, Metallized Anthracite. This version gives the switch bank a darker, more metallic look that works well with modern interior trims and darker panel finishes.
- VM16749.14, Idea Gray. This is a mid-tone gray that softens contrast and sits between white and black visually.
- VM16749.16, Black. This creates the strongest dark outline around the installed modules and pairs naturally with black or shadow-line trim details.
- VM16749.04, Idea White. This is a warmer white tone than the standard white version, useful when the surrounding finish is off-white rather than bright white.
Compatibility and fit
This plate is for Vimar IDEA modular installations and should be matched to the correct 18-module support layout behind it. On a boat, that usually means checking the switch bank size first, then confirming whether the panel is arranged in a 6-across horizontal format or a 3-high vertical format.
Because it includes a label area, it is especially useful where several functions are grouped together in one interior control station, such as lighting, utility circuits, or service controls in cabins, passageways, and enclosed helm areas.
Installation and placement
The IP00 rating makes this a trim piece for protected indoor mounting points. It is better suited to dry accommodation spaces and enclosed control panels than to exterior helm faces, open cockpits, deck lockers, or any location that sees spray, washdowns, or direct weather.
The shallow 11 mm depth helps keep the finished panel neat once the underlying devices are in place. For refit work, it also helps to confirm cutout size, support frame position, and the final module count before ordering a color variant.
Use on board
This cover plate makes sense on boats that use Vimar IDEA modular hardware for larger interior control groups. It is a practical match for owners, yards, and installers who want a consistent finish across cabin electrical points, especially where several switches need to sit together in one clearly labeled panel.
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