Battery Charger Switch Kit - 6 Position Replacement Switch with Panel Nut Mount fits Various Battery Chargers

 

This rugged rotary switch is a favorite for replacing obsolete charge rate switches in various battery chargers. It can be used as a cost-effective retrofit to replace more expensive OEM switches in many brands. Designed to be easy to install through a 7/16" stem-mounting hole and retained with a panel nut. The wire terminals use industry-standard solderless .250" push-on connectors. 

 

This switch has an OFF position and 5 power positions that are spaced in 60° increments across a 300° arc. When oriented with the OFF position at 12 o'clock, the 5 contact positions are at 2, 4, 6, 8 and 10 o'clock. 

 

The switch may be rotated to accommodate chargers that have the OFF position labeled at other clock positions on the charger cabinet. For example, if OFF is located at 8 o'clock on the charger, this switch may be installed to align with OFF at 8 o'clock and the power positions would then be at 10, 12, 2, 4, and 6 o'clock.

 

NOTE: No specialty tools are required. Drilling of the cabinet may be necessary, using 1/4" and 7/16" drill bits. Drilling instructions and template are provided in the instructions. This switch is a good choice as a non-OEM replacement for obsolete switches in older battery chargers. Instructions are included to assist in determining proper wiring connections for these retrofit applications. The instructions require the use of a multimeter.

 

NOTE: Effective May 2026, this switch is shipping with a friction-fit push-on knob with a spring-steel insert. It has the same appearance as the set-screw knob, but it is easier to install and will not work loose over time. The part number for the new knob is 696554.

Features

- OFF position, plus 5 power positions
- 1/4" (6MM) shaft with flat
- Mounts easily in 7/16" panel hole with included panel nut and lock washer
- Indexing Tabs prevent rotation and misalignment
- Electrical Rating: 20.2A 125/250VAC (UL, C-UL)
- Industry-Standard 250" Push-On Connectors
- Manufactured to meet or exceed industry standards
- Includes Knob
- Instructions included

Specifications

SWITCH SPECIFICATIONS

Electrical Rating: 20.2A 125/250VAC (UL, C-UL)
Contact Resistance: DC 2-4V 1A 30mΩ or less
Insulation Resistance: DC 500V 100MΩ or more 
Withstand Voltage: AC 1500V or more for 1 min.
Operating Temperature: 32~131° F, 0~55° C
Electrical Life: 6,000 cycles
Materials: Steel faceplate, Bakelite housing
Certifications: UL E68037, C-UL E68037
Terminals: 0.250" Fast-On Terminals
Length (in): 1.65 (42.0 mm)
Width (in): 1.69 (43.0 mm)
Height, without stem (in): 1.40 (35.6 mm) 
Height, with stem (in): 2.03 (51.6)
Weight (lbs): 0.14 (64 g)
Stem Material: Steel
Stem Diameter (in): 0.236 (6.0 mm), flatted to 0.1575 (4.0 mm)
Stem Length Total (in): 0.63 (16.0 mm) 
Stem Length from Bushing (in): 0.30 (7.5 mm) 
Stem Flat Orientation: 180° (opposite knob pointer)
Securing Nut: 7/16"-20 Panel Nut
Index Tab Location: On the 12 o'clock to 6 o'clock centerline, 7/8" (20.0 mm) on center

 

SHAFT/TERMINAL POSITIONS (Switch oriented with OFF at 12 o'clock)

Position 1: 0° (12 o'clock), Output Terminal - NA
Position 2: 60° (2 o'clock), Output Terminal - 2
Position 3: 120° (4 o'clock), Output Terminal - 4
Position 4: 180° (6 o'clock), Output Terminal - 6
Position 5: 240° (8 o'clock), Output Terminal - 8
Position 6: 300° (10 o'clock), Output Terminal - 10

What's in the Box

1 - 6-Position Rotary Switch, Panel Nut Mount
1 - 7/16"-20 Panel Nut
1 - 7/16" Internal-tooth Star Lock Washer
1 - Push-On Skirted Knob
1 - Jumper Wire
1 - Instruction Sheet (also available here - see Information Downloads tab)

Information Downloads

697013 Installation Instruction Sheet