Clipsal by Schneider Electric | Solis T-Series 3 Gang Switch Grid and Plate | Ebony Aluminium
The Clipsal 1043TUA-EA is a 3 gang switch grid and plate from the Solis T-Series range, finished in ebony aluminium for horizontal wall installation. The grid plate ships with a matching cover frame and holds up to three Solis switch mechanisms, which are ordered separately. The 1043TUA-EA is made from aluminium with a metallic surface treatment and fixes to the wall by screws.
Matching the plates across a fit-out is a common finishing problem on multi-gang walls, where three separate switches would otherwise sit under mismatched plates. The 1043TUA-EA carries three switch positions on a single triple frame, giving one clean horizontal plate across the bank. The ebony aluminium finish suits darker joinery and feature walls where a standard white plate would stand out. Grid and cover are supplied together, so the plate is ready for mechanisms on the day.
For electricians running a Solis job, the 1043TUA-EA keeps the plate range consistent, so one grid style covers single, double, and triple switch points across the house. The cover frame lifts off and swaps with other Solis T-Series covers, so a finish change later does not mean a full plate replacement. The triple grid takes standard Solis mechanisms, which keeps stock simple when quoting a mix of switch banks. Horizontal orientation gives a low, wide plate that lines up with adjacent Solis outlets on the same wall.
Features
- Three-gang triple frame — the 1043TUA-EA carries three switch positions on one plate, covering a bank of three Solis mechanisms in a single opening.
- Ebony aluminium finish — the metallic-treated aluminium surface gives a dark, low-sheen plate that suits feature walls and darker cabinetry.
- Cover frame supplied — the grid plate ships with its matching Solis T-Series cover frame, so no separate frame purchase is needed for the plate.
- Horizontal orientation — the 1043TUA-EA is built for horizontal mounting only and gives a low, wide plate across the three switch positions.
- Screw fixing — the grid plate fixes by screws, with a fixing centre of 84mm for a secure hold on the wall box or bracket.
- Aluminium construction — the plate is made from aluminium with a metallic surface treatment, at 4.5mm thickness across the face.
- Swappable cover — the cover frame lifts off and swaps with other Clipsal Solis T-Series covers, allowing a finish change without replacing the grid.
- Compact plate footprint — the plate measures 148mm wide, 74mm high, and 22.6mm deep, sitting flat against the wall surface.
- 41mm embedding depth — the assembly seats to a 41mm embedding depth, which sets the clearance needed behind the plate.
- Mechanisms sold separately — the 1043TUA-EA is a grid and cover only, so Solis switch mechanisms are not included and are ordered to suit the job.
- Ten-year mechanical warranty — Clipsal covers the plate with a 10-year mechanical and 7-year electrical warranty for domestic and commercial use.
Where to use
- Living and bedroom switch banks — the 1043TUA-EA suits a three-switch bank controlling lights, a fan, and a secondary circuit from one wall position.
- Hallway and stairwell control — three gangs on one plate handle multiple two-way light points from a single hallway location.
- Open-plan living areas — the horizontal plate lines up cleanly with Solis outlets and other Solis plates on the same wall.
- Feature and dark-toned walls — the ebony aluminium finish blends into darker paint, timber, and stone where a white plate would stand out.
- Hotel and apartment fit-outs — the Solis T-Series grid gives a consistent plate style across repeated rooms in a multi-unit build.
- Renovation switch upgrades — the 1043TUA-EA replaces a tired three-gang plate with a metallic finish during a room or whole-house refresh.
The 1043TUA-EA is an indoor grid plate and is not rated for weatherproof, outdoor, or damp exposed locations. It mounts in horizontal orientation only and should not be installed vertically. The grid holds switch mechanisms only and is not a power point or a structural fixing.
