One of the most rugged and durable switches available for your Gibson Les Paul or similar two pickup guitars. Switchcraft switches are OEM equipment on Gibson and many other manufacturers and are chosen for their unmatched reliability. The Switchcraft Type 12120X is a classic Les Paul-style 3-way selector switch, trusted by musicians and technicians for its exceptional durability and reliability.
This switch is specifically designed with a short frame for thin-body guitars, ensuring a proper fit in instruments where a standard-length switch would be too long. The pre-tinned solder lugs also simplify installation. With its dual SPST (break) circuit, it is an excellent choice for pickup selection in two-pickup guitars. The Switchcraft 12120X provides a secure and reliable switching solution that musicians have relied on for decades.
- Thread height: 0.34”
- Fits .50” mounting hole
- Compatible with .875” control cavity depth
- #8-32 switch tip threading
- Includes 15/32" x 32 thread recessed knurled nut
- Pre tinned lugs for ease of soldering during installation
- Switch cap sold separately
Configuration
- Number of Conductors: 5
- Mounting Type: Panel
- Mounting Feature: Short Frame
- Termination Style: Solder Cup
- Contact Plating: Tin
- Number of Positions: 3
Electrical
- Contact Ratings: Fine silver contacts rated at 3A, 300W maximum AC non-inductive load standard.
- Leakage Resistance: 1,000 MW or greater
- Dielectric Strength: 250 VDC
- Circuit-Schematic: SPST (break) (x2)
Material
- Frame: Steel, plated
- Bushing and Shaft: Copper alloy, plated
- Springs: Copper alloy
- Mounting Hardware: Knurled copper alloy locknut T10711, supplied.
- Insulation: Rigid plastic spacers with plastic tubing through stack. Rigid plastic and/or thermoplastic lifters. Thermoplastic cam on actuator end





