Sea-Dog Magneto Ignition Switch with Choke, 3-Position
Sea-Dog Magneto Ignition Switch with Choke, 3-Position — Product description
Sea-Dog's magneto ignition switch handles off, run, and start from one key, with a push-in choke built right into the barrel. Six screw terminals keep wiring straightforward, the polypropylene housing shrugs off spray and salt, and two keys come in the package. A clean replacement for a worn or corroded switch on a magneto-ignition outboard.
If the key switch on your outboard has gotten sloppy, sticks, or just won't turn over anymore, this is the kind of part you want on the bench before the weekend. Sea-Dog builds this one for magneto-ignition engines, the setup you'll find on a lot of smaller and older outboards. Turn the key through off, run, and start, and push the key in when you need choke. It's the same motion you already know.
The body is polypropylene, so it isn't going to rust out on you the way a cheap metal switch does after a season of spray. Six screw terminals mean you land each wire on its own post and snug it down, no fiddly crimp connectors buried behind the dash. It's a short-shaft design, so check your panel thickness before you order. Two keys come in the box, which is one more than most of us ever seem to hold onto.
Wire it against your engine's diagram for the terminal assignments and you're back on the water. Simple, honest hardware that does one job and does it right.
Key Features
- Off, run, and start key positions with a push-in choke, so one switch handles the full starting sequence on a magneto-ignition engine.
- Six screw terminals let you land each wire on its own post for a clean, serviceable connection behind the dash.
- Polypropylene housing resists corrosion from salt and spray, where a bare metal switch tends to pit after a season.
- Short-shaft design fits thinner helm panels, so check your panel thickness before ordering.
- Two keys included, so you've got a spare from day one.
Why Buy from NVN Marine
- Authorized Sea-Dog reseller, full manufacturer warranty
- NMEA member and ABYC certified, advice from real boat techs
- Same-day shipping before 3 PM ET on in-stock items
- NY headquarters and Fort Lauderdale flagship retail store
Technical specifications
| Title | Sea-Dog Magneto Ignition Switch with Choke |
|---|---|
| Brand | Sea-Dog |
| Manufacturer Part Number | 420381-1 |
| UPC | 035514423687 |
| Switch Style | Magneto Style |
| Switch Function | Off-Ignition-Start-Choke |
| Electrical Connection | 6 Screw Terminal |
| Housing Material | Polypropylene |
| Shaft Length | Short Shaft |
| Keys Included | Two |
Frequently asked questions
What does the choke function do on this switch?
You push the key in to engage the choke while cranking a cold engine, then release once it fires. It's built into the switch barrel, so there's no separate choke control to wire.
How many terminals does it have, and how do the wires attach?
Six screw terminals. Each wire lands on its own post and you tighten it down, which makes future troubleshooting a lot easier than digging through crimp splices.
What kind of engine is this switch for?
It's a magneto-style switch, the type used on many smaller and older outboards with magneto ignition. Match it against your engine's wiring diagram to confirm the terminal layout before you install.
Does it come with keys?
Yes, two keys are included in the package.
Is the housing metal or plastic?
The housing is polypropylene. It won't corrode like a metal switch, which matters when it's living in salt spray all season.
