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I am looking to add some switches to my pioneer. For each individual switch there will be around 10 to 15 amps max per switch. I see on the OTRATTW website that the switches I am looking at are rated at 20 amps. Should I still use relays or just fused leads? Thank you.
 
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They have great switches. Fused leads will be fine. Some guys really like the switch pro as well.
Thank you! I am planning my switch panel. I think I will go with an 8 switch from pbr. So far it seems my winch is the only accessory that needs relays.
 
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Thank you! I am planning my switch panel. I think I will go with an 8 switch from pbr. So far it seems my winch is the only accessory that needs relays.

Do they use Carling switches? I'm guessing not since they are so cheap. Many folks have tried cheaper versions but the true Carling switches seem to be the only ones that last. Ive never had a carling brand switch fail. Even after years of use. Guys with the knock offs seem to be lucky if they make it 6 months.

So building a panel can get expensive which is why some have gone with a switch pro. All up to you but I like to buy once cry once.
 
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Thank you! I am planning my switch panel. I think I will go with an 8 switch from pbr. So far it seems my winch is the only accessory that needs relays.
No. Your winch doesnt need a relay.
The small red wire might pull 1 amp. It should be key-on.
The large wires should be direct or the battery.
 
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I am planning on using the OTRATTW switches with the pbr panel.

This is the panel I have picked out


For one round hole I am going to use a voltmeter, for the 2.d round hole will be the horn switch. The horizontal rocker opening will be for turn signals. Then I will have radiator fan, engine fan/under the seat fan, radio, winch in/out, front led, side led, rear led, and whip led. That leaves me one opening.
 
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No. Your winch doesnt need a relay.
The small red wire might pull 1 amp. It should be key-on.
The large wires should be direct or the battery.
So I can use the OTRATTW winch in and out switch directly to the battery and winch with no relays?
 
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Do they use Carling switches? I'm guessing not since they are so cheap. Many folks have tried cheaper versions but the true Carling switches seem to be the only ones that last. Ive never had a carling brand switch fail. Even after years of use. Guys with the knock offs seem to be lucky if they make it 6 months.

So building a panel can get expensive which is why some have gone with a switch pro. All up to you but I like to buy once cry once.
I have the OTRATTW lower independent contura V switches picked out. I picked the OTRATTW switches because I saw on here alot of people like them. This is the contura V switch details

O-Rings installed on the LED and/or the incandescent lights and the center shaft to seal out water, dust, and debris. Certified to IP68 for front panel components of the actual switch only. Sealed switch with optional panel gasket (VPS-CAR) will meet IP67 rating.

Switch mounting hole is .830 by 1.45 inches.

Panel Thickness Range

  • 0 gaskets - .032, .062, .093, .125, .187, .250 inches
  • 1 gasket - .030 to .109 & .147 to .157
Switch Depth

  • switch only, no rear barrier - 1.479 inches
  • switch only, rear barrier - 1.55 inches
  • switch with VCH or VC connector housing - 2.029 inches
Rocker Dimensions

  • Contura II - 1.933 by .940 inches
  • Contura V - 1.912 by 1.020 inches
  • Contura X - 1.910 by .960 inches
Environmental:

Sealing Sealed version: IP66/68, this rating applies to front panel components of the actual switch only, and signifies complete protection against dust as well as powerful jets of water.



Corrosion Mixed Flowing Gas (MFG) Class III 3 year accelerated exposure per ASTM B-827, B-845 Silver and gold contacts



Operating Temp. -40°C to +85°C



Vibration 1 Per Mil-Std 202F, Method 204D Test Condition A 0.06 DA or 10G’s 10-500 Hz. Tested with VCH connector. Test criteria - No loss of circuit during test, pre and post test contact resistance.



Vibration 2 Resonance search 24-50 Hz 0.40 DA

50-2000 Hz ±10 G’s peak Horizontal Axis 3-5 G’s max. Random

24 Hz 0.06 PSD-Gsq/Hz

60 Hz 0.50

100 Hz 0.50

200 Hz 0.025

2000 Hz 0.025

No loss of circuit during test; <10μ seconds chatter.



Shock Per Mil-Std 202F, Method 213B, Test Condition K @ 30G’s. Tested with VCH connector. Test criteria - No loss of circuit during test, pre and post test contact resistance.



Salt Spray Per Mil-Std 202F, Method 101D, Test Condition A, 96 Hrs. Sealed version only.



Dust Mil STD 810, Method 510.2 Air Velocity 300 Ft/Min Duration 16Hr



Thermal Shock Per Mil-Std 202F, Method 107F, Test Cond. A, -55°C to +85°C. Test criteria - pre and post test contact resistance



Moisture Resistance Per Mil-Std 202F, Method 106F, Test Criteria - pre and post test contact resistance



Ignition Protection All Contura switches with sealed construction meet the requirements of UL1500/ISO8846 for ignition protection, in addition to conformance with EC directive 94/25/EC for marine products.
 
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I have the OTRATTW lower independent contura V switches picked out. I picked the OTRATTW switches because I saw on here alot of people like them. This is the contura V switch details

O-Rings installed on the LED and/or the incandescent lights and the center shaft to seal out water, dust, and debris. Certified to IP68 for front panel components of the actual switch only. Sealed switch with optional panel gasket (VPS-CAR) will meet IP67 rating.

Switch mounting hole is .830 by 1.45 inches.

Panel Thickness Range

  • 0 gaskets - .032, .062, .093, .125, .187, .250 inches
  • 1 gasket - .030 to .109 & .147 to .157
Switch Depth

  • switch only, no rear barrier - 1.479 inches
  • switch only, rear barrier - 1.55 inches
  • switch with VCH or VC connector housing - 2.029 inches
Rocker Dimensions

  • Contura II - 1.933 by .940 inches
  • Contura V - 1.912 by 1.020 inches
  • Contura X - 1.910 by .960 inches
Environmental:

Sealing Sealed version: IP66/68, this rating applies to front panel components of the actual switch only, and signifies complete protection against dust as well as powerful jets of water.



Corrosion Mixed Flowing Gas (MFG) Class III 3 year accelerated exposure per ASTM B-827, B-845 Silver and gold contacts



Operating Temp. -40°C to +85°C



Vibration 1 Per Mil-Std 202F, Method 204D Test Condition A 0.06 DA or 10G’s 10-500 Hz. Tested with VCH connector. Test criteria - No loss of circuit during test, pre and post test contact resistance.



Vibration 2 Resonance search 24-50 Hz 0.40 DA

50-2000 Hz ±10 G’s peak Horizontal Axis 3-5 G’s max. Random

24 Hz 0.06 PSD-Gsq/Hz

60 Hz 0.50

100 Hz 0.50

200 Hz 0.025

2000 Hz 0.025

No loss of circuit during test; <10μ seconds chatter.



Shock Per Mil-Std 202F, Method 213B, Test Condition K @ 30G’s. Tested with VCH connector. Test criteria - No loss of circuit during test, pre and post test contact resistance.



Salt Spray Per Mil-Std 202F, Method 101D, Test Condition A, 96 Hrs. Sealed version only.



Dust Mil STD 810, Method 510.2 Air Velocity 300 Ft/Min Duration 16Hr



Thermal Shock Per Mil-Std 202F, Method 107F, Test Cond. A, -55°C to +85°C. Test criteria - pre and post test contact resistance



Moisture Resistance Per Mil-Std 202F, Method 106F, Test Criteria - pre and post test contact resistance



Ignition Protection All Contura switches with sealed construction meet the requirements of UL1500/ISO8846 for ignition protection, in addition to conformance with EC directive 94/25/EC for marine products.
Cool, the otrattw are all carling switches
 
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Thank you all for your responses! I am excited because that means a little less wiring for me :p I am hoping to do a dual battery setup with all this and use an 80 amp Stinger isolator with an auxillary fuse box that will run all the switches.
 
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One or 2 of these will make your life a lot easier too, if you don't already have something.
 
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One or 2 of these will make your life a lot easier too, if you don't already have something.
That's cool. I was hoping to run everything thru this

https://amazon.com/Blue-Sea-Systems-Blade-Blocks/dp/B01BXTXV1Q?tag=sxsweb24-20

It will be a couple months. September is my superatv flip with wfo adjuster, October is going to be high lifter control arms, November will be for electrical. That is all just getting started :p
 
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That's cool. I was hoping to run everything thru this


It will be a couple months. September is my superatv flip with wfo adjuster, October is going to be high lifter control arms, November will be for electrical. That is all just getting started :p

I used one of those on my first build and it worked fine. Its not water tight but if you aren't submerging it you'll be fine. Got a little wet once in a while but never failed.
I used a water tight cooper bussman the second time around. A little more work but seals up better. Keep us posted. Love seeing progress.
 

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