Bathroom exhaust fans and heat lamps get left running for hours. The Leviton DT130-1LW is a Decora in-wall countdown timer switch with four preset buttons (5, 10, 15 and 30 minutes) plus a separate off button, so the load shuts itself off. It replaces a single-pole switch on 120 VAC circuits and can go in with or without a neutral, which makes this 30-minute timer switch an easy swap in older homes.
Why electricians pick it
- One-touch presets of 5, 10, 15 and 30 minutes, plus an off button.
- Neutral optional, so it fits boxes that only have a switch loop.
- Handles LED/CFL up to 600 W, incandescent up to 1800 W and fans up to 1/2 HP.
- Shallow body leaves more room in a crowded box.
- CSA certified, with a 5-year Leviton warranty.
Specifications
| Spec |
Detail |
| Brand |
Leviton |
| Model |
DT130-1LW |
| Type |
In-wall countdown timer switch, single-pole, Decora |
| Voltage |
120 VAC, 60 Hz |
| Timer presets |
5, 10, 15, 30 minutes + off |
| LED / CFL load |
600 W |
| Incandescent / halogen |
1800 W |
| MLV / ELV / fluorescent |
1200 VA |
| Fan / motor |
1/2 HP (9.8 A) |
| Resistive |
15 A |
| Neutral |
Optional |
| Colour |
White (wallplate sold separately) |
| Certifications / warranty |
CSA, FCC, IC / 5 years |
Pro tip from the counter
If the box has a neutral, connect it even though this timer doesn't require one. Without a neutral the timer powers itself by passing a trickle of current through the load, and a single low-wattage LED lamp on that circuit can glow or flicker while it is supposed to be off.
Best for: bathroom exhaust fans, heat lamps, closet and utility room lights, renovations in boxes without a neutral, rental unit upgrades
Ships Canada-wide from Vaughan, ON. Contractors can get trade pricing through a quote or by calling (905) 553-7171.