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Leviton 5638 Series Commercial Grade 3-Way Rocker Pilot Light Switch

Leviton 5638 Series Commercial Grade 3-Way Rocker Pilot Light Switch

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Model: 5638-2W

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Leviton 5638 Series Commercial Grade 3-Way Rocker Pilot Light Switch

The Leviton 5638 Series Commercial Grade 3-Way Rocker Pilot Light Switch is a 120-Volt AC, 20-Amp illuminated rocker switch built for professional-grade electrical installations. Rated Commercial/Specification Grade, this 3-way switch is engineered for reliable multi-location lighting control where a visual indication of circuit status is required. The integrated pilot light glows to signal the connected load is energized, making it easy to identify switch position from across a room, even in low-light corridors or utility spaces. Specification-grade construction makes this switch well suited for contractors and facility managers who need dependable, code-friendly performance in high-traffic commercial environments.

Key Features

  • Electrical Rating: 120-Volt AC, 20-Amp rating supports demanding commercial and industrial lighting and load-control circuits.
  • 3-Way Switching: Configured for 3-way operation, allowing control of a single fixture or load from two separate switch locations.
  • Illuminated Rocker Pilot Light: Built-in pilot light glows when the connected circuit is energized, providing convenient at-a-glance status indication of the connected load.
  • Commercial/Specification Grade Construction: Built to Commercial/Specification Grade standards for enhanced durability under frequent, heavy-duty use.
  • Rocker Paddle Design: Modern rocker-style paddle actuator offers smooth, quiet operation with an easy-to-use, large switching surface.
  • 120-Volt AC Compatibility: Designed for standard 120-Volt AC branch circuits common in commercial and light industrial buildings.
  • 20-Amp Load Handling: Rated to switch up to 20 amps, suitable for higher-demand commercial lighting loads.

Technical Specifications

  • list_batch: LEV-20260730

Typical Applications

  • Commercial and Industrial Electrical Installations
  • Multi-Location Lighting Control via 3-Way Switching
  • Corridors, Stairwells, and Utility Rooms Requiring Status Indication
  • Equipment Rooms and Panelboard Areas Needing Circuit Verification
  • Renovation and New Construction Projects
  • Office Buildings, Schools, and Other Specification-Grade Commercial Facilities

Why Leviton?

Leviton builds the 5638 Series to Commercial/Specification Grade standards, delivering the durability and consistent performance that professional electricians expect from a 20-Amp, 120-Volt AC rated device. The illuminated rocker pilot light adds practical, code-friendly visual feedback for multi-location switching applications, making this a dependable choice for commercial and industrial wiring projects where reliability and clear circuit status indication matter for day-to-day operation.

Manufacturer Resources

Technical Information

Product Specs

Product Type:
Decorator Rocker Switch
Amperage Rating:
20A
Voltage Rating:
120V
Grade:
Specification
Product Color:
White
Department:
Electrical
Product Group:
Wiring Devices
Product Subgroup:
Rocker Switches

Leviton 5638-2W – Frequently Asked Questions

1) Does the pilot light on the Leviton 5638 stay lit when the lights are on or when they are off?
The built-in pilot glows when the connected circuit is energized, so it indicates the load is on. It is a load-status indicator, not a locator light that glows in the dark when the switch is off. If you want a switch you can find in a dark corridor, you need a locator/night-light type instead.
2) Is the Leviton 5638 pilot light switch 120 volt only, or will it work on 277V lighting?
120V AC only. The 5638 is a 120-volt device, so it is not for 277V commercial lighting branch circuits. For a 277V opening you need a device rated at that voltage.
3) Will a 20-amp Leviton 5638 switch work on a 15-amp lighting circuit?
Yes. The 5638 is rated 20A at 120V AC, and a device rated above the circuit's ampacity is fine on a 15A branch circuit. What you cannot do is use it to justify a 20A load on 14 AWG wiring; the breaker and conductor still govern.
4) What color is the Leviton 5638-2W, and will it match the other devices on the wall?
The 5638-2W is white. The -2W suffix is the white version of the 5638 series, so it lines up with white receptacles and white wallplates already in the space.
5) Is this a residential switch or a spec grade switch for a commercial building?
Specification grade. Leviton builds the 5638 to commercial/specification grade, which is what gets written into school, office, and institutional electrical specs where residential-grade devices are not accepted. That grade is also what you want for high-traffic switching.
6) Does the Leviton 5638 rocker switch come with a wallplate?
The 5638-2W is the switch body only. Rocker-style devices like this take a decorator (Decora-style) wallplate with a rectangular opening, not a standard toggle plate, so order the plate separately and match it to your gang count and color.
7) Can I use the 5638 pilot light switch as a single-pole switch in a one-location install?
It is built for 3-way operation and has the terminal arrangement for it (common plus two travelers). You can make a 3-way device behave as single-pole by using the common and one traveler, but if the opening is a single switch location, buy a single-pole pilot light switch rather than paying for the 3-way.
8) What circuits is the Leviton 5638 pilot light switch actually used for in a facility?
It suits anything where staff need to see from a distance that a load is running: corridor and stairwell lighting, utility and equipment rooms, panelboard areas where circuit status needs verifying, and exhaust fans or heaters you do not want left energized. Rated 20A at 120V, it handles higher-demand commercial lighting loads.
How fast can I get the Leviton 5638-2W delivered?
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Does the Leviton 5638-2W come with a warranty?
Absolutely. The Leviton 5638-2W is backed by a manufacturer’s warranty. For full warranty terms, check the product documentation or Contact Us.
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