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Leviton 20-Amp DPDT Center-Off Toggle Switch, Industrial/Specification Grade

Leviton 20-Amp DPDT Center-Off Toggle Switch, Industrial/Specification Grade

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Model: 1286-W

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Leviton 20-Amp DPDT Center-Off Toggle Switch, Industrial/Specification Grade

The Leviton 20-Amp DPDT Center-Off Toggle Switch is an extra heavy-duty industrial/specification grade switch built for demanding commercial and industrial control applications. Rated 120/277-Volt AC and 20-Amp, this 2-pole DPDT (double-pole, double-throw) device features a center-off position that gives installers added flexibility for reversing, selecting, or de-energizing circuits from a single control point. Its extra heavy-duty construction is engineered for high-cycle, continuous-duty performance in professional electrical environments.

Key Features

  • Electrical Rating: 120/277-Volt AC, 20-Amp rating suitable for demanding industrial and commercial circuits.
  • Switch Configuration: DPDT (double-pole, double-throw) design with a center-off position for added switching flexibility.
  • Poles: 2-Pole configuration allows control of multiple circuit legs from a single switch.
  • Duty Rating: Extra heavy-duty construction designed for continuous, high-cycle industrial use.
  • Grade: Industrial/specification grade build quality for reliable performance in demanding environments.

Technical Specifications

  • list_batch: LEV-20260730
  • Voltage: 120/277-Volt AC
  • Current Rating: 20-Amp
  • Switch Type: DPDT, Center-Off
  • Poles: 2-Pole
  • Duty: Extra Heavy-Duty, Industrial/Specification Grade

Typical Applications

  • Industrial Machine and Equipment Control
  • Motor Control and Reversing Circuits
  • Commercial and Industrial Electrical Installations
  • Panelboard and Control Panel Switching
  • Heavy-Duty Facility and Plant Equipment Control

Why Leviton?

Leviton engineers this DPDT center-off toggle switch to an extra heavy-duty, industrial/specification grade standard, giving electrical professionals a dependable option for demanding 120/277-Volt AC, 20-Amp control applications. The 2-pole, center-off configuration supports flexible circuit control while maintaining the rugged, high-cycle reliability required for continuous industrial and commercial service.

Manufacturer Resources

Technical Information

Product Specs

Product Type:
Switch
Amperage Rating:
20A
Voltage Rating:
120/277V
Poles:
2
Grade:
Specification
Product Color:
White
Department:
Electrical
Product Group:
Switches
Product Subgroup:
Switches & Receptacles

Leviton 1286-W – Frequently Asked Questions

1) What does the center-off position on the Leviton 1286-W toggle switch actually do?
The 1286-W is a double-pole, double-throw toggle with three positions: up, off in the middle, and down. That middle detent fully de-energizes both switched legs, so you can send power to one load, the other load, or neither, from one toggle. It is what you want for forward/reverse selection or for picking between two sources with a guaranteed off in between.
2) Can I use this Leviton DPDT switch on a 277V lighting circuit?
Yes. The 1286-W carries a 120/277V AC rating, so it works on both standard 120V branch circuits and 277V commercial lighting legs. Current rating is 20A at either voltage.
3) Is the Leviton 1286-W rated to switch a motor directly?
The switch is a 20A, 120/277V AC general-use device built to extra heavy-duty industrial/specification grade, and Leviton lists motor control and reversing circuits among its applications. It is an AC-rated toggle, not a motor starter, so it has no overload protection built in. If your motor needs running overload protection or a horsepower-rated disconnect, the 1286-W is the control point, not the whole solution.
4) Can I use this as a three-way switch for a hallway light?
No, and this is the common mix-up. A three-way pair uses two single-pole double-throw switches with no off position so either location can toggle the light. The 1286-W is double-pole with a center off, which means it always presents an off state and switches two legs at once. For standard three-way lighting control use a spec-grade three-way toggle instead.
5) Will this Leviton switch fit a standard toggle wall plate?
Yes. The 1286-W is a standard-size toggle-style device that mounts in a normal single-gang box on a strap and takes a standard toggle opening wall plate. Device color is white, so a white toggle plate matches.
6) How many wires land on a 2-pole double-throw switch like this?
A DPDT device has six terminals: two line/common terminals plus two travelers on each pole. Both hot legs of a 240V or two separate circuit legs can be switched at the same time, which is what the 2-pole rating on the 1286-W buys you over a common single-pole toggle.
7) What is the difference between specification grade and residential grade on a switch like this?
Specification grade, which is how the 1286-W is classified, means heavier contacts, back-plate reinforcement and a cycle life aimed at continuous commercial and industrial service rather than occasional household use. For plant equipment, control panels and high-cycle openings, that is the tier a spec writer calls out. A residential-grade toggle will not hold up in the same duty.
8) I need to standardize the switches across a plant on one Leviton part. Is this the right one for two-position equipment selectors?
For selector duty it is, as long as the load is within 20A at 120 or 277V AC. The 1286-W gives maintenance one part number for forward/reverse, source A/source B, and lockout-off applications, all in white so it matches typical device plates already on the wall. Where the opening only needs simple on/off control of one leg, a single-pole spec-grade toggle is the cheaper standard and this one is over-specified.
How fast can I get the Leviton 1286-W delivered?
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Does the Leviton 1286-W come with a warranty?
Absolutely. The Leviton 1286-W is backed by a manufacturer’s warranty. For full warranty terms, check the product documentation or Contact Us.
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