Wiring an IEC Power Jack and Rocker Switch Tutorial

[@willywonka1341]

After 7 years your video still helping out. I had a hard time trying to figure out how to wire just a 2 wire rocker, even though your video was 3 wire, you explained about the double neutral being for the light and isn't necessary for 2 wire. I could not find any other video to explain this as precisely as yours. Thanks

[@bilalnachabeh]

I don't know why I didn't consider using spade connectors, I soldered all my connections. your method is safer and easier to take apart! Thanks

[@kevingraham4110]

Great video sir! Been looking for one that was this straightforward. Working with electricity can be very daunting if not fully educated. This helped solve one of the biggest questions for my build.

[@mikehiggins8438]

This tutorial is spot on. I just waited my board, and it was painless and successful. Thanks!

[@Oberkaptain]

Nice video, only suggestion I would make would be to test with a multimeter the end of the wire going to the device you are powering to make sure all of your connections are good and no shorts.

[@barrydunn9206]

Excellent walk-through.

[@trey0305]

Very clear, instructional video. How would I wire the rocker switch to illuminate from a wall plug but not pass power? I have a device the only needs to see an open/close and not receive power but would still like to see the illuminated light on the switch.

[@dpgriffin]

Thanks so much for doing this! I was completely stuck on getting this done right and your explanation cleared the hurdles for me. And.....next time I'm coming to Creation for my pedal board needs. :)

[@sizzlewump]

This is a great video! It's giving me some ideas. Can you recommend any tutorial that would demonstrate how to use this method with the line 6 hx stomp pedal? Also, it might be prudent to have the wiring contained in a metal box.

[@johnhorning2506]

Very happy with the kit and your instructions!

[@dale8809]

Thumbs up. Nice tips on this one!

[@alessandroconcas]

Great! simple and clean, I can't explain better... only thing i don't understand it's the rocker switch it's just place without retain? personally I use a "tube cutter" slower but safer (for my finger lol) then use normal cutter on power cable

[@ramoncordova3435]

This video is crystal clear! I just have one question, the IEC socket, is that supposed to be a C13 or C14? I found both so I’m not sure which one to buy. Any help here will be appreciated!

[@Creationmusiccompany]

The way I understand it is, C14 is Male. C13 is Female.

[@ramoncordova3435]

@@Creationmusiccompany I think you’re absolutely right! Thanks for replying and once again, amazing video!

[@dylanewing1245]

Will definitely be buying this kit!

[@Creationmusiccompany]

Thanks! Happy to help!

[@gobrad]

Hi John great video… I’m a solo musician and have all my cables in a rack case… Rather than open the case It be great to have the power C14 on the outside with a switch as seen in your video…. So could I have a 4 socket power board going to that one c14 ? I’m from ireland so the current is different than the US

[@Creationmusiccompany]

It would be different with the voltage over there as it’s all 120v here. However, if I understand you correctly, then yes. I’ve wired little 3-5 outlet power strips to this sort of setup many times. Just make sure the switches and connectors you use can handle the amp load needed for the power strip as it’s usually a heavier gauge wire drawing more current. To be clear, I am not a licensed electrician. Any answer I give is purely for discussion and only speculation.

[@mikemartin6554]

I just subscribed...great video! Looking forward to watching and learning more!

[@tilleyroadaffairproduction6752]

Thank you very much for this. Very well done video! I have a question about the number of power supplies you can connect to the same switch? For example, I have 2 power supplies one 4X4 voodoolab and 1 ISO 5 .

[@Creationmusiccompany]

In that situation, I would rehoming wiring a dual plug cable to the switch. A better solution honestly is to use a power supply with a courtesy outlet, like the Monod or PP2+ and just link them with a short ac cord. OR, a lot of the newer power supplies like the Strymon ones, like with a 24v connector. One power supply can link up to 9 total in their ecosystem. I'm a big fan of this.

[@gobrad]

Hi John Does it matter if a couple of strands break off from the red or white ?? Does it affect the quality?

[@glisteningkabana8154]

Awesome, I want one! Cheers guys.

[@paultinajero9733]

So cool bro, what caliber is your cable? 3:36

[@anthonyminichini9724]

Hey John, If I have an un-illuminated switch with a separate indicator light, what would be the appropriate way to wire it all up? Thanks, AM

[@middle_pickup]

Cool demonstration! Thank you for the video. How would you wire two power supplies to a single IEC outlet?

[@natewest6668]

was trying to figure out the same thing

[@johnhorning2506]

Zachary Drummond I think you'd just need to double up your connections with two cable ends. You'd probably also need bigger spades to accommodate the extra copper wire thickness.

[@MannydeLara]

Thanks for this video. However, the power station has a 3-prong inlet which this type of wiring supports. How should asian type of power station, with a 2-prong plug be wired, using the same IEC sockect and switch?

[@Creationmusiccompany]

I'm honestly not sure on this. I typically don't use power supplies that aren't 3 prong.

[@MannydeLara]

I've found the answer. I condemned the ground pole and not use it. So far I am using my pedal board perfectly.

[@CodecFace]

This might be a stupid question, but which side of your setup would the load be on, and which side would the wall receptacle be on? Just want to make sure I understand it correctly because I am placing the rocker switch between the wall and my power supply. Thanks!

[@CopperKennedy]

Nice work, cheers!

[@MorleyRobertson1975]

Only one problem. You used 18-22 awg connectors on 16 awg wire. They may not be rated for the amp draw your power supply as they are typically only rated for 7A.

[@JackstandJohnny]

I bought one of these IEC plugs with a switch attached but theres no wiring connecting them. The switch has 4 lugs instead of 2. So Im guessing its to interrupt both power and ground, is that right? How do I wire it up? Co tinuity test the switch lugs? Cant tell if they ground and power are paired off with the top and bottom lugs or the left and right lugs. Please help! Thank you!

[@mitchellheinricks]

Do you use a router to make the hole for the plug? Any other ways to do it that don't involve me buying a router? Lol great vid btw. Love your stuff

[@Creationmusiccompany]

Mitchell Heinricks We use a router and a template to recess the front (larger part) of the IEC into the frame. For the back half we just drill 2 holes that overlap each other and then file the middle of those to make it even. If you don't recess it and just surface mount it, you can just drill for the back half.

[@mitchellheinricks]

Creation Music Company cool. Thanks!

[@hoffercolby]

Are you able to share the router template with us? Thanks!

[@ArmyGideonTV]

With the light switch, what do we consider top and bottom? Circle or line?

[@justinsane8000]

If you watch the video you'll see the Circle of the switch faces the bottom of the board...

[@narbonneguitars9331]

Ik..this is a old posting but can a non iluminated on off push canopy switch like on standard light lamp be used as interrupter with iec on pedal board ...

[@johncalebsnyder]

Yea. It would just be 2 wires instead of 3, both of the same color.

[@narbonneguitars9331]

@@johncalebsnyder so you use the neutral side or the hot on the interupter or was the hot on the switch only for the led

[@brittanyparks8977]

Will this work for a power supply that has a regular dc cord? similar to a daisy change cord. I'm not sure if I strip it if I will have the 3 wires, it looks thin... I have a COWEEN DC Tank with 6 Isolated 9V DC Output with DC Cable.

[@Creationmusiccompany]

No. you'll be pulling AC current from the wall, not DC. What you could do is wire in a single Edison plug (american wall outlet type) to the inside. We sell a 12" one. Then you could plug the power supply into it. You're need the power supply to convert AC to DC

[@brittanyparks8977]

:-( Bummer. I'm not sure I follow on the alternative option... :-/

[@Creationmusiccompany]

Wire it exactly the same way you see in this video, but with this. creationmusiccompany.com/diy-pedalboard-kits/ Then plug your power supply into it. We should be getting some more this week.

[@brittanyparks8977]

ok, cool. I'll check back in a week or so cuz I don't see it. thanks for your I help. hope to get this figured out soon.

[@dkoundakjian]

Thank you!

[@Creationmusiccompany]

You're welcome!

[@Joey.Darkwoods-Studio]

Hey guys, is this kit still available? I checked the site and couldn't find it. thanks.

[@Creationmusiccompany]

No sir. This is from a parts store we no longer operate.

[@datiproduction]

thanks

[@geronimomejia8469]

Excuse me, the Rocker switch Do You screw it down?

[@00DUCK]

+Geronimo Mejia I'm with you on this. I took a look at their website to see if there was more information. I didn't really find much but from the pics it looks like it might be a pressure fit type switch. Still unsure what size hole is needed and if a recessed lip is needed or not to secure it in place. creationmusiccompany.com/illuminated-round-rocker-power-switch/

[@kuponogattis7053]

did we ever get an answer for this?

[@fernfawkes]

It's a pressure-fit housing. There's two "ears" that sort of compress as you slide it in and that keeps it in place. It's pretty solid. I've bought a few and there's no screws, but no issues with falling out if the hole is drilled properly.

[@johnhorning2506]

Just use calipers to measure the diameter without the pressure fit "ears" then drill that sized hole. I then had to still file some small groves for the ears, not too much because they need pressure. But then they just press snugly in. No screws required.

[@Jedum]

Hi, is the kit not on the website anymore?

[@Creationmusiccompany]

No. This is an old video. We no longer have a dedicated DIY parts site.

[@kimmokyla-laaso4443]

How do i wire a switch that's not illluminated and is DPST that has four terminals. I'm so confused

[@JamrakStudio]

Sino po ba nauna? Ito or GC Rockboard?

[@samuelruiz7915]

Can the rocker switch be used with the AC inlet?

[@Creationmusiccompany]

Samuel Ruiz yes. It's tricky to fit the 2 wires into one of the AC Inlet holes, but it can be done.

[@brendanlamb2483]

how could i wire a rocker switch to an ac inlet?

[@jaiir8]

Hey guys! You dont sell this anymore ?

[@Creationmusiccompany]

Hey Jair Osorio! Yes, that’s correct. We left this up as a tutorial guide, but we no longer sell this product.

[@jaiir8]

@@Creationmusiccompany Thanks this video always help me i hope it never dissapears. Have a great weekend.

[@bloodfromastone]

You don't sell this kit anymore?

[@Creationmusiccompany]

Moss Mountain we do. However we moved all our DIY supply to a new website. CreationMusicSupply.com

[@ron0126]

Creation Music Company creationmusicsupply.com redirects to creationmusiccompany.com and this kit isn’t listed. Your link is a 404 error.

[@garylobos7229]

gracias.. así fue más fácil la coneccion de mi pedal

[@shishkabobmiller2693]

Solder, folks. Always solder.

[@Creationmusiccompany]

shishkabobmiller the push terminals are very tight and reliable, but anyone could just as easily order the parts separately from us and choose to solder if they wanted.

[@masonmoak6199]

So I did this with the kit from the website. Idk if this is just an operator error, but how do you get the end of the spade connector on the iec?

[@Creationmusiccompany]

Mason Moak They are snug, but they just push on over the tabs with a good bit of pressure.

[@johnhorning2506]

Mason Moak I had to use a thin tool to widen the opening just a tad before they would slip on. Very easy though.