Drum Switch Cover

[D45]

Would Kydex be a good material for the drum switch cover? I've looked alot and can't find a replacement cover for this Furnas brand switch

Kydex seems to be easy to work with and mold when heated up and retains it's form when cooled.......just brainstorming

Just basically a top, two sides with 90° bends

Any other options??

 

[Norcal]

Contact Hubbell, the current owner of the Furnas drum & pressure switch product lines & see if a new cover is available?

 

[D45]

I sent an email request waiting to hear back

I have a suspicion it will be $49

 

[D45]

Would using sheet metal be a bad idea for a switch cover?

Arcing and such?

 

[rlitman]

Would using sheet metal be a bad idea for a switch cover?

Arcing and such?

Every one I've been in (maybe half a dozen) has had a sheet metal cover with a paper wiring diagram label on the back-side.

 

[D45]

I'm likely going to have to fab up my own sheet metal cover

Drum switches, even used, are pricey on ebay

 

[Zeke]

I just went and looked at mine. A handy box is real close. Gonna take some mods, but it just might work.

That and duct tape.

 

[D45]

All done, pleased with the cheap outcome

 

[The Cobbler]

that turned out great.

 

[83VillageRepair]

Nice work!