Mountain Plumbing MT951/BN Disposer Air Switch

Product Description

The MOUNTAIN PLUMBING MT951/BN is a round air switch designed to activate a garbage disposer without direct electrical contact. Instead of a traditional wall switch, the MT951/BN uses pneumatic pressure - a gentle button press sends an air pulse through a hose to a remote control box, which completes the circuit. This eliminates the risk of operating a disposer with wet hands. The unit measures 2.01 inches x 2.01 inches x 2.01 inches, making it compact enough for countertop or sink deck mounting. Licensed plumbers and kitchen remodelers install this type of switch as a safer alternative to standard electrical switches near the sink.

The MT951/BN round air switch is well suited for residential kitchen installations, particularly in island configurations or other damp environments where a conventional electrical switch poses a safety concern. Its round profile fits standard countertop cutouts and integrates cleanly with sink deck installations. The air-actuated design requires no electrical wiring at the button location, making it a practical solution where code compliance or safety concerns rule out a standard switched outlet near the sink.

Key Features

• Pneumatic air-switch activation eliminates direct electrical contact at the button
• Round profile measuring 2.01 inches x 2.01 inches x 2.01 inches for countertop or sink deck mounting
• Designed for use in damp environments including island and undermount sink installations
• Safe operation with wet hands - no exposed electrical components at the switch button
• Compact footprint fits standard countertop cutout configurations

Compatibility

Designed as an OEM-style replacement or new-installation air switch for residential garbage disposer systems requiring a pneumatic activation solution.

Installation Notes

A licensed plumber or qualified installer typically handles air switch installation in conjunction with disposer setup. Before beginning, shut off power to the garbage disposer at the circuit breaker. The air hose connecting the button to the control box should be routed without sharp kinks that could restrict airflow. Electrical connections at the control box must comply with applicable NEC requirements for wet or damp locations.