Tesi Switch - MICRO Metal 8mm Guitar Kill Switch

About

I was really impressed by these kill switches after inspecting/using one, they have a couple of useful features which I'll touch on in a moment, that make them great for guitar mods. I am now a UK authorised dealer for Tesi Switch and you'll find a great selection of their kill switches here in stock at the Home of Tone!

The IDO Super M 8MM kill switch is perfect for the player that doesn't want to make a major modification to their far eastern made guitar.  This is the perfect size to replace a standard 8mm mounting thread diameter potentiometer, like Alpha mini pots for example. 

Specs

Type: Momentary Push Button Switch

Operation Type: Normally Open (yes, this is correct for instrument kill switch operation.)
Housing Material: Steel 
Mounting Hole Size: 8mm
Mounting Panel Thickness: up to 5mm
Operation Pressure: about 3n
Operation Stroke: 2.0 mm
Mechanical Life: 80,000 cycles
Switch Rating: .1A/24VAC

Installation

These are nice and easy to install, two solder connections required but if you have any concerns about installing I highly recommend having a skilled guitar repairer to carry out the install for you to save any issues caused. Some useful fitting instructions can be found HERE. Or alternatively, if you are local, then I am more than happy to carry out professional installation here. Please check out the Guitar Services page HERE

It is supplied with 8" of black and white pre-soldered wire length, so you simply solder the other end of the wire in it's desired position (jack + and point of ground for example) and mount the switch.

This switch can be used with active or passive pickups with no additional parts required. 

Availability

All finishes currently in stock and available for dispatch from the UK, here at James' Home of Tone