Middle Panel for Rocker Switches – Linking Module for Multi-Switch Panel (SF-BS2)

The SF-BS2 is a middle (intermediate) panel in the modular system that serves to connect two or more rocker switches in a row. If you imagine building a panel with 3 switches, you would have an end panel on the left, one middle panel between the first and second switch, another middle panel between the second and third switch, and an end panel on the right. The SF-BS2 are those in-between pieces that go between each pair of switches to fill the space and hold them together.

Function & Usage: Each middle panel has locking features on both sides, allowing it to snap tightly both to an SF-BS1 end panel and to another SF-BS2 on its opposite side. In practice, for every additional switch in your group, you need one SF-BS2. For example:

• For 2 switches in a row – no middle panel needed (just 2 ends).
• For 3 switches – 1 middle panel in between.
• For 4 switches – 2 middle panels, etc.

The system is modular and expandable – you can start with a smaller number of switches and later add more. Simply remove one of the end caps, insert an extra SF-BS2 and a new switch, and then reattach the end cap on the outside. This makes the configuration extremely flexible and adaptable to future changes.

Alignment & Support: SF-BS2 ensures that all switches in a row are perfectly aligned and evenly spaced. No switch will sit higher or lower – the modules keep them at the same height. The distance between each switch is fixed and equal, giving a pleasing symmetric look. Additionally, the middle panels contribute to the overall strength of the assembly: they link the switches together, so when you press one switch, the load is distributed across the entire frame rather than on a single switch and its panel cutout. This means the panel can withstand frequent use and vibrations without loosening.

Smooth Appearance: Just like the end panel, the middle module is designed such that its junctions with other modules are as inconspicuous as possible. Once assembled, the front of the entire switch bank appears as a series of rectangular switch faces separated by thin dividers. The SF-BS2 modules are those dividers – they essentially form the small vertical bars between switch openings. Because they are the exact same material and color as the end frames and the switches themselves, visually the whole strip looks uniform. Your panel won’t show cracks or uneven gaps between switches – just evenly spaced slots.

Material Quality: SF-BS2 is made from the same high-grade, UV-resistant plastic as the other pieces. This means even if installed on an exposed helm, it won’t degrade from sun or saltwater. Its shape and clipping mechanism are engineered not to wear out under vibration or from repeated removal and reassembly of switches. So you can trust that once you build your panel, it will remain tight and secure for a long time.

Conclusion: The SF-BS2 middle panel is the essential linking element when constructing a custom bank of rocker switches. Thanks to it, the process is like building with Lego – you add as many switches as you want, confident that the result will be solid and good-looking. And when you decide to modify the setup – say, add or remove a switch – the middle and end panels let you do so without having to redo the entire dashboard. This brings both convenience and cost savings, and it ensures your switch arrangement always maintains a professional appearance.