MK Single Dimmer Switch

Hi

I'm looking around for a MK Dimmer Switch Single Gangway. Im wondering is there anywhere else cheaper than B&Q, they like charging me £20+ for one, im sure there is some place cheaper. I need 16 dimmer switches all whiteand same brand.

Do you think if i go in to B&Q there will be more stock of MK, because i just checked on the website, saves me a journey to b&q and some petrol

anyway let me know where you think is the best place to get these from at a reasonable price.

Thanks

Javed, if you need 16 dimmer switches, you would probably be better off going to an electrical wholesaler (where trades people go to), as they will be more likely to do you a deal. What area are you in, or you could just google it for yourself "Electrical wholesalers your area"

Or

MK K1531 WHI 250w Single Dimmer Switch Logic Plus | eBay UK

MK dimmer control switch 500W single 2 way NEW | eBay UK

Even better this guy has loads available.

WHITE 1Gang 2Way 400W SINGLE DIMMER LIGHT SWITCH £1.99 | eBay UK

as long as they rated higher than your fittings,its something that gets overlooked when buying and later burn out.

16 dimmer switches sounds a lot! but as said try and electrical wholesale shop B&Q tend to be expensive on stuff like that. Also remember If your fitting them yourself that you know exactly what your doing and you have the correct item for the job thats needed ( sorry mother in me taking over )
Have you tried the likes of screwfix them and toolstation are quite cheap and you can either order online or go to a local store! But as HT said look at the ebay links. I buy any ceramic bulb holders i need on ebay - for some reason small electrical shops cant get them - strange!! ( well i do mention they are for reptile tanks )

Originally Posted by wheelo

Javed, if you need 16 dimmer switches, you would probably be better off going to an electrical wholesaler (where trades people go to), as they will be more likely to do you a deal. What area are you in, or you could just google it for yourself "Electrical wholesalers your area"

will Google it now and keep record for the future. I feel i will need more electrical items in the future

Originally Posted by HiTeck

Or

MK K1531 WHI 250w Single Dimmer Switch Logic Plus | eBay UK

MK dimmer control switch 500W single 2 way NEW | eBay UK

Saw them earlier HT. would 250w or 500w be ideal for me? Mainly will be used for roof fans.

Originally Posted by HiTeck

Even better this guy has loads available.

WHITE 1Gang 2Way 400W SINGLE DIMMER LIGHT SWITCH £1.99 | eBay UK

Awesome, looks much better now, ive emailed the person and interrogated him with my queries

Originally Posted by Linny40

16 dimmer switches sounds a lot! but as said try and electrical wholesale shop B&Q tend to be expensive on stuff like that. Also remember If your fitting them yourself that you know exactly what your doing and you have the correct item for the job thats needed ( sorry mother in me taking over )
Have you tried the likes of screwfix them and toolstation are quite cheap and you can either order online or go to a local store! But as HT said look at the ebay links. I buy any ceramic bulb holders i need on ebay - for some reason small electrical shops cant get them - strange!! ( well i do mention they are for reptile tanks )

Yes Linny i need to get it right or my dad will go bonkers, he will end up saying you couldn't even buy a dimmer switch correctly

i thought dimmer switches were only for lights?not fans,thermostats?

Originally Posted by cactikid

i thought dimmer switches were only for lights?not fans,thermostats?

dad said it can be used for fans as well, i need it for abroad, the stuff abroad is cheap and nasty, this is quality stuff. I asked the guy on eBay can i use it for a ceiling fan just awaiting reply.

if you need it for other countries you will need to check the wiring ect and the voltage. It may not be as simple as buying from the UK to install in any other country. I had this convo on a reptile forum about electrical goods from the US. So when they chat emails you back check if they are suitable for which ever country you need them for!