RV 12 Volt Accessories and Switches

Let's take a look and the types of different switches and their respective uses, at RV Nation we have only the best quality product that can be trusted for reliability.

RV 12 Volt Accessories and Switches

12V Switches With Lamp and On/OFF: Built into a bulky frame to ensure better durability, these switches are very sturdy and make a perfect for most places like the lights or any place around the dashboard too. Commonly used for lights in the interior and also appliances, the switch lights up when turned on as an indicator which makes it easy to spot even in the dark. Customers can even choose to buy these switches individually, since it is not limited to be sold in sets. The typical technical specifications of these switches are:

• 16 AMP at 125 VAC
• 13 AMP at 250 VAC
• 1/2 HP,
• 10 AMP @ 14 VDC

The Standard of these switches have been tested and approved by UL/CSA/VDE which is a recognized safety parameters for RV Electrical Switches and Accessories. These switches are ideal for lights or any other interior appliance, however there are specific switches for every purpose these can be used universally at any place in your RVs.


12V Black & Red Mini Switches: These are smaller variants of the sturdy illumination switches with the same bulky frame for added durability and longer life, because of their tiny size they go well with small or compact places where many switches are to used together, an ideal example would be the drivers dashboard, monitor switches, etc. The inbuilt illuminating feature is great to indicate the status of the switch, highly similar to the rocker switches which are popular among RV enthusiasts but a lot more sturdier and finely finished. The Technical features are mostly the same as the regular illuminating switches.

12v Mini Momentary-On/Off Switch: These are one of the most common switches used in RVs today, it has a very simple design but is made a reliable high quality material. More popularly these switches are also called Rocker Switches because of their smooth on/off action, they can be used at any place in the RV for pretty much anything including lights, fans, appliances, etc. They are quite efficient in terms of space and looks quite uniformed even when they are stacked together in a group of switches. Although it does have an on/off indicator, there are many uses for this durable rocker switch. Here are some of the technical specification of these fantastic switches:

• 13 AMP @125 VAC, 
• 10 AMP @ 250 VAC,
• 1/2 HP,
• 5 AMP @ 14 VDC. 

These switches are also UL/CSA/VDE approved, so people can trusted them for safety when they just need an ordinary switch and not anything particularly crucial to be spotted quickly. You can go for these as they can help to save a little on the cost too. 

12v Mini Momentary-On/Off Switch with Screw Mounted: These are mostly the same as the rocker switches except for two holes that are to be used for mounting the switch on to the wall with two screws. These are used rather independently and not in groups, mostly in places where there are on existing power switch slots. It has a very firm grip because of the two screws which is great for ceiling switches.

Switches with Pre-Printed with on/off: These are widely used in RVs and many other vehicles or operating any of the basic electric functions, the only difference is that the come pre-marked with with an on/off label which makes it easy to spot the one in use. 

Other Electrical Accessories: Apart from these switches we also have support accessories like sole indicator lights and 
charging outlets.

Switch Indicator Lights: These are great to monitor which appliance is in use currently without the need to check the switches manually, an ideal usage would be at the dashboard where the driver mostly sits so he can easily monitor and control the appliances in use.

12V Charging Outlet: These on of the most crucial accessories to have on an RV, this outlet lets the users charge their phones, rechargeable batteries, and even use lighters with ease. There are power cords and converters available that can be used to charge additional appliances with this charging outlet.