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Pass & Seymour 1222I Double Pole Double Throw Switch, 15A 120/277V

Pass & Seymour 1222I Double Pole Double Throw Switch, 15A 120/277V

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Pass & Seymour 1222I Double Pole Double Throw Switch, 15A 120/277V

The Pass & Seymour Double Pole, Double Throw (DPDT) Switch is a heavy-duty control switch rated 15A at 120/277V, engineered for reliable normally-open switching in commercial and industrial circuits, including motor control and reversing applications where the switch is selected to match motor full-load amperage (FLA) ratings from 15A through 30A. Molded of durable nylon and finished in a matte Ivory color, this switch pairs oversized silver alloy contacts with side wired terminals that accept #14 - #10 AWG copper or copper-clad conductors. It is UL Listed, cULus Listed, and CSA Listed for code-compliant installation in standard device boxes or NEMA 1 sheet steel enclosures.

Key Features

  • Switch Configuration: Double Pole, Double Throw operation, normally open, from a line that also offers Single Pole-Double Throw switching.
  • Electrical Rating: 15A, 120/277V switching rating, suitable for motor control loads with Motor FLA ratings available from 15A up to 30A for demanding commercial and industrial control applications.
  • Wiring Terminals: Side wired terminals accept #14 - #10 AWG copper or copper-clad conductors for secure, code-compliant connections.
  • Durable Construction: Bodies, covers, and toggles molded of durable nylon for long-term performance in demanding environments.
  • Oversized Contacts: Silver alloy contacts sized for long life and improved heat dissipation under repeated switching.
  • Insulation Barriers: Fiber terminal insulation barriers standard for added safety and dielectric protection.
  • Flexible Mounting: Can be mounted in standard device boxes or in NEMA 1 sheet steel enclosures.
  • Finish: Matte Ivory finish for a clean, neutral appearance in visible installations.

Certifications & Compliance

  • UL Listed
  • cULus Listed
  • CSA Listed

Technical Specifications

  • Finish: Matte
  • Color: Ivory
  • Material: Thermoplastic
  • Amperage Rating: 15A, 120/277V (Motor FLA options available: 15A, 20A, 30A)
  • Packaging: 10 EA
  • Country of Origin: Mexico

Typical Applications

  • Commercial and Industrial Control Circuits
  • Motor Control and Reversing Applications
  • Standard Device Box Installations
  • NEMA 1 Sheet Steel Enclosure Installations
  • Renovation and New Construction Wiring Projects

Why Pass & Seymour?

Pass & Seymour engineers this Double Pole, Double Throw switch with oversized silver alloy contacts, durable nylon construction, and fiber insulation barriers to deliver dependable, long-lasting switching performance across a range of motor FLA applications from 15A to 30A. Backed by UL, cULus, and CSA listings, it is built to meet the demands of professional electrical work where consistent, code-compliant operation is essential.

Product Specs

list_batch:
PASS-20260820
Product Type:
Switch
Voltage Rating:
120/277V
Amperage Rating:
15A-30A
Listing:
cULus
Product Finish:
Matte
Product Material:
Thermoplastic
Product Color:
Ivory
Department:
Electrical
Product Group:
Wiring Devices
Configuration:
Double Pole, Double Throw
Product Subgroup:
Switches

Pass & Seymour 1222I – Frequently Asked Questions

1) Can I use the Pass & Seymour 1222I DPDT switch to reverse a small motor?
Yes, that's what the double pole double throw configuration is for. The 1222I switches both legs between two sets of load terminals, which is the arrangement used for motor reversing and two-position control in commercial and industrial circuits. It is rated 15A at 120/277V, and the motor FLA options run 15A, 20A and 30A, so pick the version that matches the motor's full-load amperage rather than the switch's general ampere rating.
2) Which part number do I order for a 30 amp FLA motor, 1222I or something else?
Order by motor full-load amperage: 1222I covers 15A FLA, 1226-I covers 20A FLA, and 1256-I covers 30A FLA. All three are the Ivory DPDT switch in the same family, so the choice is purely about the motor's FLA, not the circuit voltage, which is 120/277V across the group.
3) Will a DPDT switch work as a plain on/off single pole switch for lights?
It is the wrong tool for that. The 1222I is a double pole double throw, normally open switch intended to transfer two circuit legs between two positions, so using it for simple lighting on/off wastes the function and complicates the wiring. For single pole 120/277V lighting control, a single pole AC switch such as the Bryant 9801 BR Series 15A 120/277V switch is the straightforward choice.
4) What is the closest equivalent to the Pass & Seymour 1222I double pole double throw switch from another brand?
The Leviton 1286-W is the nearest match in configuration: it is a 20-amp DPDT toggle switch in industrial/specification grade. The Pass & Seymour 1222I is also a double pole, double throw switch, rated 15A at 120/277V with motor FLA options of 15A, 20A and 30A, in matte Ivory nylon. The Leviton unit is a center-off DPDT, meaning the toggle has a neutral middle position, while the 1222I is a normally open DPDT. Match the center-off behavior to your control scheme before swapping one for the other.
5) If I only need to switch a load on and off from one location, do I need a DPDT switch like the 1222I?
No. A double pole, double throw switch such as the Pass & Seymour 1222I transfers two circuits between two sets of contacts, which is what motor reversing and transfer control need. For plain single-location on/off, a single pole switch such as the Bryant 9801 BR Series 1-pole 15A 120/277V AC switch or the Leviton 1221-2W extra heavy-duty industrial specification grade SPST toggle at 20A 120/277V covers the job with far simpler wiring.
6) What wire size do the terminals on this DPDT switch take, and is it side wired or back wired?
Side wired terminals, accepting #14 through #10 AWG copper or copper-clad conductors. Fiber terminal insulation barriers are standard, which matters when you are landing several conductors in a crowded box. There is no back-wire or push-in option on it.
7) Can this switch be mounted in an enclosure instead of a wall box?
Both work. The Pass & Seymour DPDT switch mounts in a standard device box or in a NEMA 1 sheet steel enclosure, which is the usual way it gets installed as a local motor control or disconnect-style selector away from finished walls.
8) Is this switch listed for code-compliant commercial work?
It carries UL, cULus and CSA listings, so it is acceptable for both US and Canadian installations. That covers the typical AHJ question on an industrial control circuit using a standard device-box switch.
9) Can I run this switch on a 277 volt lighting or control circuit?
Yes. The rating is 120/277V, so it works on either a 120V branch circuit or a 277V leg of a 480/277V system, which is common in commercial buildings. The 15A rating applies at both voltages.
10) I need a switch plus a receptacle in one gang - is the 1222I an option?
No. The Pass & Seymour 1222I is a single-device DPDT control switch in Ivory thermoplastic. For a combination device, the Eaton 275VBOX is a decorator duplex combination switch with auto-ground, 15A, in white commercial grade. It covers the combination need but does not offer double pole, double throw switching.
11) Is there an alternative to the 1222I with a built-in indicator so staff can see the circuit is energized?
The Pass & Seymour 1222I is a DPDT switch with no indicator. If visual status matters, the Bryant 4801GLI is a 4-Series 20A 277V lighted AC switch, and the Leviton 1223-PLR is a 3-way specification grade toggle with a pilot light at 20-amp 120-volt. Both are lighting-oriented single-circuit devices rather than two-circuit transfer switches.
12) What is this Pass & Seymour switch made of, and what does it look like installed?
Body, cover and toggle are molded nylon thermoplastic, and the finish is matte Ivory, so it blends with ivory devices and plates already on the wall. Contacts are oversized silver alloy, which is what gives it its life under repeated switching and helps it shed heat.
13) Does this switch come individually or in a box of ten?
The 1222I DPDT switch is packaged 10 each, so you are buying a box rather than a single device. It is made in Mexico.
14) Which switch should I standardize on for a facility running 277V lighting branch circuits rather than motor control?
The Pass & Seymour 1222I is built around motor and control duty, with double pole double throw switching and motor FLA selections of 15A, 20A and 30A at 120/277V. For straight 277V lighting branch circuits, the Bryant 4801GLI 4-Series lighted AC switch and the Bryant 4802L 4 Series single-pole locking AC switch are both 20A 277V AC switches, and the Leviton 1221-2W is a specification grade SPST toggle at 20A 120/277V AC.
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