Tesla MHEAT/16 Heat Switch Mechanism 16A Engraved

Description

Tesla HEATM. Heat Switch Mechanism. 16A 250V. White. "HEAT" Engraved. Latching.

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

• Tesla — HEATM Heat Switch Mechanism
• "HEAT" engraved on rocker — clear circuit identification
• Latching action — press on, press off (not momentary)
• 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
• Compatible with Tesla and Clipsal Brand Grid Plates
• White bakelite body
• Suitable for residential and commercial environments
• Sold individually

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About the Tesla HEATM Heat Switch Mechanism

The Tesla engraved mechanism range provides standard latching switch mechanisms with specific function labels engraved on the rocker face — making it immediately clear which circuit each switch controls without separate labels or markers. The HEATM has "HEAT" engraved on the rocker, identifying it as the heating circuit switch. This is particularly useful in bathrooms, laundries, and living spaces where a heat lamp, radiant heater, underfloor heating circuit, or towel rail circuit is switched from the same plate as lighting and exhaust fans.

The HEATM is a latching mechanism — it stays in the on position when pressed and returns to off only when pressed again. The latching action is the correct switching action for heating circuits — the heat source runs continuously until switched off, not just while the button is held. The "HEAT" engraving on the rocker face eliminates ambiguity in multi-gang plate installations, allowing users to identify the heating circuit at a glance without tracing wiring or consulting a circuit schedule.

The HEATM clips into any gang position of a compatible Tesla Classic Series or Slimline Series grid plate, and is also compatible with Clipsal brand grid plates. It can be combined with other mechanism types in any gang position — for example, a HEATM beside a FANM and a standard switch mechanism on a 3-gang plate for combined heat lamp, exhaust fan, and main lighting control from one plate, as is common in Australian bathroom installations.

Q: What is the difference between HEATM and a standard switch mechanism?
A: Both are 16A latching mechanisms that operate identically in terms of switching function. The only difference is the "HEAT" engraving on the rocker face — used to identify the heating circuit at the plate. Use HEATM where the heating circuit needs to be clearly labelled; use a standard mechanism where engraving is not required.

Q: Can the HEATM be used for bathroom heat lamp circuits?
A: Yes — the HEATM is suitable for switching heat lamp circuits, radiant heating circuits, electric towel rails, and other residential heating loads within its 16A 250V rating.

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

Warranty

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