Re: Knife switch

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Original poster: Esondrmn-at-aol-dot-com 

In a message dated 2/9/04 7:11:09 AM Pacific Standard Time, 
tesla-at-pupman-dot-com writes:


>Original poster: "Luke" <Bluu-at-cox-dot-net>
>
>Can any one tell me where I can buy some Knife Switches?
>
>I think I am using the right term for them.
>
>The type of switch that has a handle and when the handle is pulled a
>portion of the conductor comes with it.  This portion of the conductor
>pivots at the other end.  When the handle is pushed back down, the
>conductor wedges between two pieces of copper.
>
>Hope this is a clear enough description.
>
>Thanx
>
>Luke Galyan
>Bluu-at-cox-dot-net


Luke,

I use a disconnect box that is used for a well pump application.  240 v ac 
and rated at about 40 to 50 amps.  It has a handle on the outside and a 
dual knife switch inside.

Ed Sonderman