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SwitchStar in the News

SwitchStar is gaining attention as lithium battery fires make global headlines. From its introduction by founder John O’Callaghan to national news coverage, these features highlight where SwitchStar began, why it matters today, and its role as an innovative safety solution.

John O'Callaghan introduces the SwitchStar

SwitchStar Where it began ​

Designed for safety

SwitchStar is designed to automatically shut off power to any connected device after 8 hours of continuous use. This built-in safety feature helps reduce the risk of overcharging, overheating, and potential lithium battery failures, providing an added layer of protection for both devices and users. By limiting extended power flow, SwitchStar supports safer charging practices and helps prevent incidents before they occur.

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Features of the SwitchStar

Fire retardant double GPO made with V0 material.

Tempered glass panel easily cleaned and never fades.

MCU Intelligent Smart Chipset.

3 Year Warranty.

Automatic cut-off of power: 8 hours.

Complies with Australian Standards and Approvals.

“Every home should have one”

JOHN O’CALLAGHAN – MANAGING DIRECTOR, SWITCH STAR

Australian 10AMP Double GPO Socket - 8 Hour

Upgrade your space with the SwitchStar Australian 10AMP Double GPO Socket, designed for modern homes and commercial environments. Featuring a built-in 8 hour timer, this smart power solution helps reduce energy waste by automatically controlling power usage for connected devices.

Specifications

Colour Available in white and black
Size 120 x 72 x 42MM
Operating Voltage 110 – 240V AC / 50Hz ~ 60Hz
Rated Current 10A X 2
Material Toughened glass panel and fire retardant shell

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Ease of use and installation

Our general power outlet (GPO) is easily installed by any licensed electrician, no programming or configuring, no internet required, no APP’s required. NO FUSS.

Frequently Asked Questions

There are over four fires a day on average in Australia with the loss of life count at least three in the past six months alone. This does not include the loss of life related to animals

In most instances when the wall or casing of a lithium-ion battery is damaged; it expands and in the most severe instances splits. When a lithium-ion battery casing splits it can be like a bomb going off, causing a catastrophic explosion. The fire can rarely be extinguished and must burn out.

● Continual overcharging which over time damages the battery housing.
● Incorrect chargers being used which leads to constant overcharging.
● Smart charger device failure which leads to overcharging.
● Mishandling of battery – being dropped is a common issue. 
● Charging in heated environment or direct sunlight.

● The SwitchStar removes human intervention – we all forget we have things on charge and the Switch Star stops power reaching the device automatically after eight hours.
● The SwitchStar can also detect any increase in WATTS over 2400 and will automatically turn off if detected.
● The SwitchStar immediately reduces risk if the smart charger connected to your battery fails, by ensuring no power is available after eight hours.

Ideally a home should have at least one installed in a garage or if you live in an apartment, in the basement storage area or laundry.

If you are charging any of the following devices the SwitchStar is perfect for you:

      • Electric wheelchairs.
      • Electric mobility scooters.
      • E-bikes.

    ● Electric golf carts and buggies

    • ● All power tool battery charging cradles and like devices.
    • ● Any other device that has a lithium-ion battery that needs to be charged for periods of time (exclude mobiles, laptops, tablets etc).

SwitchStar is fully compliant with Australian Standards and Approvals

Certificate No.: SAA-220058-EA
Regulatory Definition: Socket-Outlet
Product Description: Wall Socket (flush wall mounted touch switch)
Standard/s: AS/NZS 3112:2017
AS/NZS 3100:2017 Inc A1-3
AS/NZS 60669.2.1:2013
AS/NZS 60669.1:2020

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