DIY switch for an Arri fresnel?

[Richy Lacey]

I was recently given a damaged Arri 650.
It's mostly repaired now but it's lacking a switch.
The replacements seem to sell for around $20+shipping.

Does anyone have any ideas for a DIY replacement?
Would a household switch be usable?

 

[Carlos_E._Martinez]

If the original part is $20, do use that. Except if you can find an exact sized industrial replacement, do not use a household part.

 

[stefanhuberfilms]

Use the original or get a switch which is able to handle the current from rs-components or whatever shop there may be where you are...

Wattage=Current*Voltage
Current=Wattage/Voltage=650W/120V= 5.4 Ampere for the US
Or
Current=Wattage/Voltage=650W/240V= 2.7 Ampere for the EU
so get a switch which is able to handle 6 Ampere or above and you'll be fine.

I'm sure RS-components has a variety of switches which will fit your needs, posting a photo would be helpful.
Do not use a household switch!

 

[forbyfiev]

http://www.adorama.com/LL40224A.html

http://www.filmandvideolighting.com...rt--tota--pro--omni--dp--rifa--v--lights.html

http://www.coollights.biz/clinsw1-cool-lights-inline-power-switch-p-108.html