REFLECTOR: Toggle Switch "Security Caps"

[Lou Stedman]

Ruben that is one of the best dash layouts I have seen, very uncomplicated. Great job.

From: Ruben Creus 
Sent: Monday, November 21, 2011 10:33 PM
To: 'Velocity Aircraft Owners and Builders list' 
Subject: Re: REFLECTOR: Toggle Switch "Security Caps"

Chris,

 

I got a toggle switch guard for my speed brake at RadioShack for less than $5 or so. The Switch has also an LED on the tip so you can see when the circuit has current.

 

I attach a picture where you can see how it looks. It is located in front of the throttle quadrant, beside the parking brake.

 

Link: http://www.radioshack.com/product/index.jsp?productId=2062493

 

Ruben


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From: Chris Barber [mailto:cbarber at texasattorney.net] 
Sent: Monday, November 21, 2011 4:06 PM
To: Rotary motors in aircraft; Rotary Engine; Velocity Aircraft Owners andBuilders list
Subject: REFLECTOR: Toggle Switch "Security Caps"

 

Wow, I am beside myself understanding this.  I concede only a base knowledge of supply and demand, but that these toggle switch guards, which I really like, cost almost $225.00 EACH with a five unit minimum is astounding.  Perhaps you engineer types can shed some light on what makes what seems like a pretty simple design so pricey......even in aviation dollars this seems high.  Only one supplier too (may be part of the problem).  Also, I have not been able to locate anything similar.  I like the openness of the design and what seems to be a smaller footprint than the standard toggle cover I am use to seeing.  What am I missing?

 

I wish I had the skill set to make my own.  Heck, if I used gold, I am not sure if they would cost me as much...and gold would not be the best material for the purpose...or I wouldn't think so.....

 

Chris Barber

Houston

Stupid JD/Cop/Builder/hopeful flyer of what has been built.

Freedman and Hyack did not prepare me for this.....;-)

 

 



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