What is a millivolt wall switch?

What is a millivolt wall switch?

The millivolt wall wall switch runs on standard 18 gauge wire that comes with the SKY-WS millivolt ON/OFF rocker switch to communicate to a standard millivolt valve, and can be placed up to 20 feet away from the fireplace.

What kind of switch do I need for a gas fireplace?

What type of wall switch for a gas fireplace? Gas fireplace wall switches are toggle switches that work at a ‘millivolt’ level. Meaning, they operate within very low voltage(200-1000 millivolt) instead of a regular 120V switch.

Can you add a wall switch to a gas fireplace?

Most gas fireplaces have a switch mounted in the front, under the fireplace. For a more convenient control option, you can install a remote switch in a location that is more accessible.

Are fireplace switches low voltage?

The thermopile in your fireplace puts out millivolts, nothing near the 120V the light switch was designed for. It’s probably just a matter of finding a switch with a low enough on resistance. A generic low voltage switch from a electronics store, or ripped out of a toy, would probably do it (for example a 12V SPST).

How does a millivolt fireplace work?

Millivolt ignition systems use a standing pilot light. This type of ignition system does not require any external power. The pilot light can be turned off for extended periods of non-use and them re-ignited when needed. Millivolt are the most common ignition type on the market.

What is a millivolt gas fireplace?

What is a millivolt used for?

The millivolt is a unit used to measure voltage.

What does millivolt control mean?

The most common type of gas fireplace uses a millivolt ignition system. The piezo ignitor is usually connected to a button that generates a spark when depressed. The thermocouple generates about 20-30 millivolts, enough electricity to keep the part of the gas valve that controls gas flow to the pilot assembly open.