Tesla MFAN/16 Fan Switch Mechanism 16A Engraved

Description

Tesla FANM. Fan Switch Mechanism. 16A 250V. White. "FAN" Engraved. Latching.

The Tesla FANM is a 16A latching switch mechanism with "FAN" engraved on the rocker — designed to clip into Tesla Classic Series and Slimline Series grid plates (SW1PL through SW6PL). The "FAN" engraving provides clear, permanent identification of the circuit being switched at the plate, which is important in multi-gang installations where fan and lighting circuits are combined on the same plate. 1-way or 2-way switching. White bakelite body. Sold individually.

• Tesla — FANM Fan Switch Mechanism
• "FAN" engraved on rocker — clear circuit identification
• Latching action — press on, press off (not momentary)
• 1-way or 2-way switching
• 1 pole, 16A, 250V AC
• Terminal bores: 4.1mm diameter — suits 4 x 1.5mm² or 3 x 2.5mm² cable
• Horizontal and vertical mount
• Suits Tesla Classic Series and Slimline Series grid plates (SW1PL–SW6PL)
• White bakelite body
• Suitable for residential and commercial environments
• Sold individually

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About the Tesla FANM Fan Switch Mechanism

The Tesla engraved mechanism range provides standard latching switch mechanisms with specific function labels engraved on the rocker face — making it clear at a glance which circuit each switch controls, without the need for separate labels or markers on the plate. The FANM has "FAN" engraved on the rocker, identifying it as the fan circuit switch. This is particularly useful in multi-gang plate installations where a fan circuit and one or more lighting circuits are combined on the same plate — an electrician, inspector, or end user can identify the fan switch immediately without tracing wiring.

The FANM is a latching mechanism — it stays in the on position when pressed and returns to off only when pressed again, maintaining the circuit state until deliberately changed. This distinguishes it from momentary mechanisms like the BELLM (bell press) which spring back to off when released. The latching action is the correct switching action for exhaust fan circuits — the fan runs continuously until switched off, not just while the button is held.

The FANM clips into any gang position of a compatible Tesla Classic Series or Slimline Series grid plate — the same grid plates used for standard switch mechanisms. It can be mixed with other mechanism types in any gang position across the plate — for example, a LIGHTM mechanism beside a FANM mechanism on a 2-gang plate for combined bathroom lighting and exhaust fan control from one plate.

Q: What is the difference between FANM and a standard switch mechanism?
A: Both are 16A latching mechanisms that operate identically in terms of switching function. The only difference is the engraving — the FANM has "FAN" engraved on the rocker face for circuit identification. Use FANM where the fan circuit needs to be clearly identified at the plate; use a standard mechanism where engraving is not required.

Q: Can the FANM be used for 2-way switching?
A: Yes — the Tesla FANM can be configured for 1-way or 2-way switching, allowing the fan circuit to be controlled from two separate switch locations.

Q: Which plates is the FANM compatible with?
A: The FANM is compatible with Tesla Classic Series and Slimline Series grid plates — SW1PL through SW6PL. It clips into any gang position in these plates the same way as a standard switch mechanism.

Warranty

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