Set of 6 Vintage Powerlite Switch Handles – Cast Iron & Bakelite, Cleveland OH (Smaller Size)

Description :
This set of 6 vintage switch handles was manufactured by Powerlite Switchboard Co., Cleveland, Ohio. Each handle measures 1" W x 5 ½" L x 1 ¾" D and features a cast iron backplate with a molded Bakelite grip. Designed for industrial electrical switchgear, these handles were built for durability and long service life. The surfaces display natural patina and oxidation, with Bakelite grips showing only light wear, making them excellent candidates for restoration, industrial décor projects, or collectors of early electrical hardware.

Era
Early to Mid-20th Century

Style
Industrial / Machine Age Hardware

Technique
Sand-cast iron backplates with compression-molded Bakelite handles, assembled with machine screws.

Tools Used
Casting molds, Bakelite molding press, lathe, drill press, machine screws.

History
Powerlite Switchboard Co. supplied components for power stations, factories, and industrial facilities. These handles are surviving examples of the rugged, utilitarian design that defined American electrical manufacturing in the early 1900s.

Reuse Suggestions
This piece can be creatively repurposed beyond its original function. Ideas include: Cabinet or drawer pull for an industrial-style kitchen or workshop. Unique handle for barn doors or tool chests. Mounted as a decorative accent in steampunk or industrial-themed interiors. Repurposed into custom furniture design as a conversation-starting hardware feature.

Manufacturer / Maker
Powerlite Switchboard Co., Cleveland, Ohio

Measurements
Each: 1" W x 5 ½" L x 1 ¾" D

Suggested Weight
~12 oz each

Item Number : P14303

Category : Misc Home Décor & Furniture

Brand : Powerlite Switchboard Co., Cleveland, Ohio