POWERTEC 120/230V Dual Voltage, 28 Amps, On/Off Switch, Single Phase Safety Power Switch for Table Saw, Router Table, Drill Press, Bench Saw, Bandsaw, Grinder & Other Electrical Equipments (71008)

Bought this for an air compressor. Quality seems to be pretty good. The front bezel and buttons are plastic but the body of the switch and the actuators are Bakelite. The switch has a pretty nice positive snap action which should help the contacts last. The terminal screws are a little small but I had no trouble getting 12 AWG stranded wire under the clamp plates, which tightened down nicely. The provided screws which hold the bezel (and also hold the switch into position) are metric and need to be replaced with 6-32 screws to fit a standard US handibox. Pan head screws and little washers worked best here. I used a 4X4 electrical box along with a switch collar plate to mount. I have only been using this switch for a few weeks but it has been solid and works well so far.

Exactly what was needed. Performs as expected.

Good value. Seems to be made pretty well. Been working fine so far.

I bought this switch to replace switching capability on an old Craftsman saw where replacements for the OEM switch are unavailable. The features are similar: recessed "ON" button that can be locked out, 120/230 compatibility.Overall I like the switch and installed it successfully, but there are some issues with this product listing and compatibility with POWERTEC's own switch box.Pros:1️⃣ It's a nice solid switch with 120/230V compatibility.2️⃣ The tactile characteristics of the switch are good. It gives a nice "thunk" when turned on or off, and in the case of my 10A saw, it seems to be a good steady connection.3️⃣ Clamping screw terminals for fork terminal connectors. These inspire much more confidence than spade terminals, assuming you use good quality crimp connectors installed correctly. Another review suggested ring terminals and I disagree. That's not what this is designed for.Cons:1️⃣ The cover plate is awkward. It has to mounted perfectly for the switch to work properly, but the cover is mounted to the switch using the same screw holes that mount the switch to the box, and the cover doesn't clamp directly to the switch, but relies on the stiffness of the plastic cover for strength. This is bad for durability and also makes installing the switch a pain, because the switch floats inside the box until you manage to get everything screwed together.2️⃣ The switch doesn't fit on the POWERTEC switch box without destructive modifications, despite claims of compatibility.3️⃣ There's not a *good* way of attaching ground across the switch unless you use a metal box. Some documentation shows the ground attached across one of the top bracket screws, but in practice this is awkward due to space constraints.4️⃣ This claim from the product details seems to be false:MAGNETIC SAFETY FEATURE: Equipped with a magnetic switch that prevents automatic restart after power loss or outage. Ensures your tools remain off until manually restarted, protecting both operator and equipment.I had my suspicions, because usually you have to choose between dual voltage compatibility and electromagnetic switching, because the electromagnet has to be calibrated to the voltage. But ... y'know ... still hoped, because I want both of those features on this tool if I can have both.In any event it doesn't work. If I turn the switch on, cut power to the circuit, then restore power, the switch is still on.Either this switch is defective or the product details inaccurately claim a magnetic safety feature.

Great replacement switch for drill press. Everything was heavy duty.

The switch does what it should. I'm using it on a 2 HP 220V motor on my table saw. Easily wired and easy mounting. Would buy again for other machines if needed.

This is really not suited to mounting in a standard electrical box though the mounting screw spacing matches that of most boxes.The terminals are small screws and are unsuited to use with solid building wire. Ring terminals are the only safe option and there is sufficient clearance only for terminals for 14 gauge wire and smaller. Solid wire is too stiff. Terminals will be overstressed by bending forces when installing the switch. Flexible stranded wire as in cordage is required. Fortunately for me that's what I was planning to use.The front panel/button assembly is not fastened to the switch assembly. The switch assembly is simply clamped between the button assembly and whatever it is mounted on. This makes for a fussy, difficult assembly in an electrical box. Clearances need to be just right or the buttons won't function properly.The switch is big. It is not too wide, but it is unusually long and very deep. Die-cast outdoor boxes won't take it without modification. I made it work, but I have a milling machine, know how to use it and wasted over an hour modifying a box by milling away hubs and bosses that were in the way. It was still a very tight fit that required a plastic sheet behind the switch for insulation.This thing is more suited to mounting on a machine panel with plenty of clearance around it and behind it.The switch itself seems solid and carries a UL label.I wouldn't buy it again unless I was planning to panel mount it.

This is is a great switch. I replaced the original on a Delta 14" cast iron bandsaw, and this new model fit perfectly into the factory mounted junction box. No modifications or extra parts to buy. Connectivity is easy if you're used to connecting motor controls. I took a phone pick of the wiring before disconnecting the old rocker switch, and that made it pretty straight forward. Will keep this brand in mind for future needs.

I gave it 3 stars for easy to install because I had to drill the mounting holes for the screws out a small bit to make it fit properly in the box I bought for it. Other than that installation was straight forward and routine. I used it as a replacement switch for the broken one on my radial arm saw and it functions very well, I am well pleased with it and would buy it again even with the issue of having to drill the holes out a touch.

Buen producto

Apenas me acaba de llegar, al destaparlo se nota que es de buena calidad, es ideal para erramienta de alto rendimiento. Me gusto en especial por qué ya contamos con otro tipo de apagadores y dicen ser de uso rudo, y en el mismo plástico parece de muy baja calidad. Pero este producto se ve resistente y de muy buena calidad.Excelente compra para su uso en maquinaria, me sorprende que en un costado trae una calca, donde según dice que puede aguantar hasta para 10 Hp. Yo lo usaré para un motor eléctrico marca WEG cerrado de 3HP. Los retroalimento en cualquier detalle.

Replaced my Delta jointer broken switch with this and it is perfect. I had to change the included screws for 6-32 x 1" to fit in a standard Scepter electrical box. (You’ll need nuts too) Is has a big click when you push the buttons, this feels solid. Works well since installed.

Works well and durable