Solenoids. Low-voltages. Relays. I have no idea what any of this electrical stuff means. But you guys tell me it’s cool. And these vintage lighting systems certainly are something to look at. So here’s Gretchen’s 1961 GE dual-dial 12-station light control panel circa 1961.
Great looking switches like these were installed with the system.
And these.
Gretchen’s home is a “half Jetsons, half Flintstones” Eichler design that is really wonderful. See it on her blog – eichlerific.blogspot.com – and see these lighting system photos and more on her flickr stream. Thanks, Gretchen!!!
Cliff says
I have that system still in use in my 1966 home. I found this site because I need GE RR 6 relay. If you know where I can find them let me know. Still looking….
Sarah says
http://www.TTK.com has switches that are compatible. They have white, in groups of 2, 4, and 6… not sure about the odd numbers. I’m not sure if our house’s system is the same as yours, but ours uses the GE low voltage 2 button switches, and we’re also needing to replace the switches. We looked into Touchplate, but I hated the feel of them. I think we’re going to go with TTK.com. Much prettier, and we can use standard switchplates from hardware stores instead of buying the custom ones from GE, which saves money in the long run. They aren’t cheap, but they told me they’ll give discounts if we buy over certain amounts.
Lori says
I have a house built back in the early 50s with low voltage light switches that look exactly like the 3rd photo. I have groups of 1, 2 and 3 switches and I need to replace all of these brown and beige switches with white ones – and white switchplates. Do you know where I can find these items?? The electrician told me that it would cost me over a $1000.00 to replace all of the low voltage switches with modern ones and I do not have that kind of money. I just want to get rid of the beige and brown colors. Can you help me please?? Thank you and take care
Jack Eby says
Where can we get replacement relays and switches for our 1973 era GE low voltage lighting system? When relays fail, the lights remain either on all the time (switch was “on” when the relay failed), or off all the time (switch was “off” when the relay failed).
dex says
Search for RR-7 on eBay will find you the best price on relays. Switches are also listen on eBay. A Google search will find you retail sources for your GE system. The GE LV system is time proven and generally very reliable.
Dex
Bob Moore says
I have a cabin in Big Bear City, CA. It was built by a GE engineer in 1974 and uses the GE low voltage lighting system for all the lights on the first floor and exterior of the house. I have renewed hope that there are still replacement parts out there after reading this blog. On my next trip to the mountain, I will be checking out the selenoids that are no longer working. Fortunately, they are all for exterior spot lights on the eves. Will keep you informed if I find a local supplier.
Bill says
It’s odd how few suppliers there are for these parts that were I big seller in the 50’s.
I’m trying to locate the relay part.
Bill Grove says
Still looking for parts for General Electric home low voltage system. thanks
Bill Grove says
I too have a GE low voltage system in my house that was intalled in the mid 50’s. We like the system but are in need of replacement switches and relays. Have any idea where to get them. thanks
pam kueber says
sorry, bill, i don’t know the answer to this one…
Gary Leinart says
I currently have an old farm house in which I have installed this sytem over the years. I currently get the parts I need from a local GEXPRO supplier
Jim Perkins says
Need some parts for the low voltage lighting control system as show in the above photos. Need solenoid relays (the one’s that have the extra blue wire for the indicator panel), lighted switches, and extra bulbs for the lighted switches and control indicator panel.
David Smith says
Our house was built in 1954, with the exact same low voltage system. Is there any way to add a dimmer switch , and what accessories are available, such as motion detectors, heat sensors, etc., that would activate the switch.
pam kueber says
Dave, this is not a DIY or fixit site — you will have to contact companies that handle vintage (or new?) Nutone to answer these questions. Good luck.