Question 1

Will this fit on my current standard back box?

Accepted Answer

The screw holes are a standard distance apart. The switch needs a 25mm deep 'back box' (one suitable for a 13A power socket)

Question 2

Is there a fuse that goes in this switch

Accepted Answer

No.  There is no fuse.  It is a well made 32 amp double pole switch

Question 3

Has anyone used a timer box with this switch to turn it on and off at set times

Accepted Answer

Yes this is possible to do, but it rather depends on the load being switched.  First, is it safe to allow the load to be turned on, possibly when you are away from home or even when you are in bed?  Obviously the circumstances need to be carefully considered. I would suggest that the timer is wired in-circuit after this isolating switch (between the switch and the load). It is not easy to find a timer unit (or timer in a box) that is able to switch up to 32 Amperes, which should be the circuit maximum.  Again, I am assuming that the overload protection is by way of a device at the fuse box (Consumer Service Unit) as there is no overload protection provided by the MK K5105WHI device and as no fuse is used, then the entire circuit and the load is only protected by the fuse board (CSU) device, which may also include Residual Current protection by an RCD. (Depends on your CSU configuration). Back to the procurement of a suitable timer device….  You may need to fit a metal box enclosure, with a conventional timer and a 32 Ampere or greater relay / 
contactor with a 230-250 volt coil.  Then the timer will power the relay coil and the relay contacts can switch the load.  This may all sound a bit technical, and if you do not fully understand what has been said, I would strongly suggest you contact and approved and registered electrician for advice.  If you would like to be a bit more specific with your intentions, I may be able to explain what is required and make it a little more easier for you.  I hope this adequately answers your enquiry.   Kind regards….

Question 4

Have an OLD isolator fused box on garage wall with 3xgreen, 3xblack, 3xred cables attached to each screw? would this switch/fuse be compatible?

Accepted Answer

No. The MK item you are suggesting is not a switch fuse but a good quality “switch” only. There is no fuse in this device, so the circuit comprising three cables (whatever and wherever it goes) would not be fuse and hence overload protected.

ASIN	B001XQ7I46
Actuator Type	Push Button
Best Sellers Rank	159,140 in DIY & Tools ( See Top 100 in DIY & Tools ) 1,810 in Switches & Dimmers
Brand	MK
Circuit Type	2-way
Colour	white
Compatible Devices	Lights, electrical appliances, and other devices requiring a 32A switch
Connectivity Protocol	Wi-Fi
Connector Type	Screw
Contact Material	Plastic
Contact Type	Normally Open
Control Method	Touch
Control Type	Manual
Controller Type	Push Button
Current Rating	32 Amps
Customer Reviews	4.7 4.7 out of 5 stars (170)
EU Spare Part Availability Duration	20 Years
Global Trade Identification Number	05017490220448
International Protection Rating	IP00
Item Dimensions	8.6 x 8.6 x 8.6 centimetres
Manufacturer	Mk
Manufacturer Part Number	K5105 WHI
Material	Plastic or thermoset materials
Model Number	K5105 WHI
Mounting Type	Wall Mount
Number of Items	1
Number of Positions	2
Operation Mode	ON-OFF
Specification Met	BS 1363, CE, IEC 60669-2-1:2002, RoHS
Switch Type	Toggle
Terminal	Screw
Unit Count	1.0 count
Wattage	7360 watts

Mk K5105WHI 32A Double Pole Switch and Neon

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