The Hammond 1441-26 is a rotary switch designed for use in commercial, industrial and residential applications, such as appliance control, lighting control, and motor control. This switch is constructed using molded plastic construction and eliminates the chance of hardwired damage from exposure to the elements. The 1441-26 features a rotary actuator design for reliable long-term operation, a grounding terminal for safety, and a terminal block for fast installation. Its mounting base allows for mounting on standard NEMA boxes and is RoHS certified for use in North America. It features an operating life of 10,000 cycles, UL 497 requirement and is CSA-certified.