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Extending button from a power strip ...... what type of switch?

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unclet:

Yeah the light switch seems like a good alternative ..... thanks

MajorHavoc:

I'd go with the light switch.  No messing about with the powerstrip and it's inexpensive.  Maybe you could create some MAME themed artwork for the switch plate and who knows where that could lead you ;)

unclet:

Ok, bought all the stuff I need for the mounted light switch box.   Cut out the rectangle for the blue junction box as well so there is no turning back now  :applaud:

Thanks for everyone's help and ideas.

kelemvor:


--- Quote from: unclet on December 27, 2007, 10:35:59 pm ---Ok, bought all the stuff I need for the mounted light switch box.   Cut out the rectangle for the blue junction box as well so there is no turning back now  :applaud:

Thanks for everyone's help and ideas.

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That's what  I think I'll do too.

Just take a long enough extension cord and cut it in the middle.  Take out one of the wires and cut it in half.  Then put those ends on either side the light switch.  Just make sure you get a good light switch that can handle the load.

DaOld Man:

A regular 120 volt light wall switch is good for 15 amps which should be more than sufficient for an arcade cabinet, but you can also buy a 20 amp one, if you feel better about it.

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