Black single-pole sliding switch Rompitratta 

"The item I'm most proud of? The switch." Rompitratta from 1968.” – said Achille Castiglioni, one of the most influential Italian designers of the 20th century, together with his brother Pier Giacomo. This icon of industrial design, born from a simple idea of functionality and aesthetics, has become an integral part of homes around the world.

Black version of the Rompitratta slide switch is a reinterpretation of the original 1968 model – more elegant, bolder and perfectly adapted to contemporary interiors. Originally manufactured by the Buccinasco-based company VLM, this switch still retains its distinctive character, while the black color adds a touch of sophistication and contemporary contrast.

Design with history

Rompitratta is a symbol of design simplicity – a slide switch that perfectly combines form and function. Its distinctive click and ergonomic movement have become synonymous with Italian design, where every detail has meaning and purpose.

The black version brings a new dimension – ideal for spaces that require modern elegance, sophistication and visual contrastIt fits perfectly into industrial, minimalist and luxury interiors, as well as custom lighting solutions.

Precise mechanics and reliable performance

Although the design is more than half a century old, the functionality of the Rompitratta switch still impresses with its precision. The sliding mechanism provides tactile and secure feeling with every switch-on, while brass contacts and screw terminals ensure a stable and long-lasting connection.

Remark: The switch is compatible only with braided textile cables from the range and is not suitable for round cables.

Technical specifications

• Type: single-pole slide switch

• Finishing: matte black

• Contacts: brass

• Connections: screw

• Closure: screws

• For cable: H03VVH2-F 2×0.75 mm²

• IP protection: IP40

• PTI: 250

• Mechanical durability: 1E4

• Dimensions: L 55 mm, W 24 mm, H 15 mm

Aesthetics and versatility

The black Rompitratta slide switch is not just a technical accessory – it is designer item which brings a touch of luxury and distinctive character to any lighting project. From DIY lamps and table lamps to pendant and wall models, this switch adds the final aesthetic touch.

Thanks to its color and minimalistic form, it is perfectly combined with textile cables in warm, metallic or contrasting tones, creating a unique visual impression.

When design becomes emotion

Every click of the Rompitratta switch tells a story – about Italian creativity, functional design and a time when designers believed that even the smallest object could be art. This black slide switch it conveys that idea perfectly, making every touch a small ritual of aesthetics and memory.

Advantages of the Rompitratt black slide switch

• iconic Italian design from 1968

• elegant black finish

• ergonomic and reliable sliding mechanism

• compatible with Creative-Cables textile cables

• high quality workmanship and long-lasting mechanical resistance

Black Rompitratta slide switch combines historical significance and contemporary elegance in one product. It is not just a switch, but a design symbol that brings warmth, character and a story to any space.

For everyone who appreciates details and original Italian design – Rompitratta is the right choice.