Rule Deluxe 3-Way Panel Lighted Switch, 12 Volt Rocker Switch, Model 41

The Rule Deluxe 3-Way Panel Lighted Switch is a 12 volt rocker switch built for marine electrical panels where manual, automatic, and off control is needed from a single switch. Configured as a 3-way circuit, the switch lets an operator choose between manual operation, automatic operation, or shutting the circuit off entirely, making it a common control point for bilge pumps and similar always-on/standby equipment. The hinge-lever actuator gives tactile, positive feedback for each of the three positions, and the switch is wired with a normally-open contact through screw terminal connections for a secure, serviceable install.

Built with a stainless steel housing and contacts, the switch carries an IP54 ingress protection rating, helping it resist splash and spray in a helm or panel environment. It is rated for 1 amp at 12 volts (12 watts) and finished in black for a clean look on a dash or switch panel. The panel-mount design fits into a standard cutout, and the compact footprint keeps panel layouts tidy.

Specifications

• Brand: Rule
• Manufacturer Part Number: 41
• Circuit Type: 3-Way
• Switch Type: Rocker
• Actuator Type: Hinge Lever
• Number of Positions: 3
• Control Modes: Manual, Automatic, Off
• Operating Voltage: 12 Volts
• Current Rating: 1 Amp
• Wattage: 12 Watts
• Contact Type: Normally Open
• Connector Type: Screw Terminal
• Terminal: Marine
• Mounting Type: Panel Mount
• Material: Stainless Steel
• Color: Black
• Dimensions: 5.5 x 5.2 x 1.7 inches
• Ingress Protection Rating: IP54
• Weight: 0.4 pounds

Frequently Asked Questions

What does the Rule Deluxe 3-Way Panel Lighted Switch control? This 3-way rocker switch lets you select manual, automatic, or off operation for a connected device such as a bilge pump, all from one panel-mounted switch (Rule model 41).

What voltage and amperage is the Rule model 41 switch rated for? It is rated for 12 volts at 1 amp, which works out to 12 watts of load capacity.

Is this switch waterproof? The Rule Deluxe 3-Way Panel Lighted Switch carries an IP54 ingress protection rating, giving it resistance to splashing water and dust in a marine panel environment.

What material is the switch made from? The switch body and contacts are stainless steel, chosen for corrosion resistance in a marine setting.

How is the switch wired? It uses a normally open contact with screw terminal connections, allowing a secure and serviceable wiring installation on a 12 volt marine electrical panel.

What are the dimensions of the Rule 3-way panel switch? The switch measures 5.5 x 5.2 x 1.7 inches, sized for a standard panel cutout.

What color is the switch? The Rule Deluxe 3-Way Panel Lighted Switch is finished in black.

How does the actuator work? A hinge lever actuator moves between the three positions, giving positive tactile feedback for manual, automatic, and off settings.

How much does the switch weigh? The Rule model 41 panel switch weighs 0.4 pounds.

Is a float switch required to use the automatic position on this panel switch? The switch itself is the panel-side control; when used with Rule bilge pumps that require a float switch for automatic operation, a compatible float switch such as the Rule 35A is used alongside it to complete automatic control.