Rotary Dimmer Switch, 10-Pack
- Click on and off, turn to dim
- Weatherproof (IP54), inside or out
- Runs up to 3 amps of Kingpin lights
- Remembers your brightness
on & off
to dim
IP54
warranty
What's in the box, and what you'll need
Ready to stick on
- 10 Rotary Dimmer Switches in a sub-pack of 10
- Each switch in its own retail box, ready to sell
- Each with about 6" leads on each end (20 AWG) and die-cut 3M VHB tape
Every Kingpin light
- F-Series and V-Series lights, mixed is fine
- Up to 3 amps per switch: 2× 40", 4× 28", 8× F-12, 6× V-12
- The F-Series red/white button still works
A few basics
- Power in at the knob end. The crowns point toward the lights.
- Wire strippers and connectors for 20 AWG wire
- Power: the 12-Volt Power Supply Kit or your own fused 12V feed
- The Power Cable if the lights are far away
On and off
A firm button with a real click. Bumps won't easily turn it on or off.
Set the brightness
Full bright to work, way down for camp. It stays where you left it.
Wire it right:Power comes in at the knob end. The crowns point toward the lights.
Built for outside
Weatherproof (IP54), so it can live on a tailgate, a trailer or a rack, not just inside.
- The button takes a firm press, so bumps won't easily flip it.
- Switches sit side by side for a clean switch bank.
- Mount it where you can reach it, even if the light is up high.
“I chose the analog rotory dial dimmer switch over the touch version mostly just for the tactile-ness of it. It functions amazing and a must have for the kingpin lighting set up, unless you like being blinded all the time lol. Also makes ease of acess to turn on the lights on and off much easier if your light is mounted high. Highly reccomend to buy, because it compliments the kingpin lights so well.”
“Mounted my light high and away so needed a remote switch. Being able to dim is a plus.”
“works great, really nice to have the dimmer. The full on is super bright, nice to have control as needed.”
Turn on your tailgate
Rig gear, cook, or pack up in the dark. Switch to red when it's time to sit back.
Trailers & toy haulers
Mount it where you load and unload.
Work zone
Relied on by forest service pros, search and rescue teams, and vehicle outfitters.
The details
| In the box | 10 switches, each in its own retail box Packed together in a sub-pack of 10 |
| Size | 2.7" L × 15/16" W × 1" H |
| Power | 12V DC · 3 amps max Add up the amps: F-40 1.1 · F-28 0.7 · F-12 0.3 · V-40 1.4 · V-12 0.5 |
| Controls | Click button on/off + dial dimmer |
| Button | Takes a firm press, so bumps won't easily turn the lights on or off · solid mechanical click |
| Memory | Stays at your last brightness |
| Leads | About 6" each end · 20 AWG |
| Wiring | Power IN at the knob end · crowns point toward the lights |
| Rating | Weatherproof (IP54) |
| Mounting | Die-cut 3M VHB tape (included) |
| Warranty | 2 years from ship date |
How to wire it
- Power IN at the knob end. The crowns point toward the lights.
- Every cable has 2 wires. Connect red to red and black to black.
- The yellow block is the 5A fuse on the red wire.
Full product description
The Kingpin Rotary Dimmer Switch is designed for those who need direct, immediate light control in any situation, rain or shine.
The power button is designed to withstand impacts in high traffic areas without turning on or off accidentally. It produces an audible "click" sound when pressed. Rotate the dial to adjust brightness.
Switch comes with die-cut 3M VHB tape for easy mounting on any flat surface. Kingpin crowns point toward the lights.
Control Capacity
12V, 3Amp Max (each)
Dimensions
2.7" L x 15/16" W x 1"T
Kingpin Pro Tip
The power button uses a mechanical switch (vs. digital) that gives you really positive feedback and a medium firmness. The switch body is designed to allow for multiple switches to be mounted in a tight, side-by-side configuration. We typically recommend powering no more than 2x 40's or 6x 12's per switch.
Good questions, short answers
The knob end. Power from the battery goes in at the knob end, and the lights connect at the button end, where the crowns point. Wired backwards, it only turns on and off and won't dim. Just swap the ends.
Up to 3 amps of lights: 2× 40", 4× F-28, 8× F-12 or 6× V-12. You can mix F- and V-Series, just add up the amps: F-40 1.1, F-28 0.7, F-12 0.3, V-40 1.4, V-12 0.5.
Yes. The dial stays where you left it, so the lights come back on at the same brightness.
No. On F-Series lights, color is set on the light. Turn the light on and pick white or red with its buttons. The dimmer then turns it on, off and dims it in that color. To switch colors, press the button on the light.
Yes. It's weatherproof (IP54): dust-protected and splash-proof from any direction. Don't submerge it.
About 6" on each end, 20 AWG, with bare wire ends, ready to connect. Add the Power Cable to reach farther.
Rotary: weatherproof (IP54), a firm click button, and a dial you can feel. Touch: small and flat, tap to turn on, hold to dim, for inside spots only (not weatherproof).
Any 12V DC source works, like a power station's 12V outlet. Most USB ports are 5V, so they won't run the light. Some higher-power USB ports may work, but we don't recommend it.
2 years from the ship date. Send a photo or video of the install and the issue, and we'll replace it or credit you.
More wiring questions? See the full wiring guide
Finish the setup
| Rotary vs. Touch | Rotary | Touch |
| Control | Click button + dial | Tap on, hold to dim |
| Weather | IP54, inside or out | Inside only |
| Max load | 3 amps | 3 amps |
| Size | 2.7" × 15/16" × 1" | 1.2" × 0.75" × 0.3" |
| Price | $29.98 | $19.98 |
