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Installation Kits & Drill Bits

$7.00

Everything You Need In One Place
Make Your Installation A Breeze

Installation Kits
Drill Bits
Files & Splices

Here you can find the various kits & accessories to install your killswitch. There's 2 basic kits available for just about any guitar, they are both the same other than the power source used. Both will power your LED for over 100 continuous hours:

#1 - 9v Battery Kit This is perhaps a more common kit since some guitars already have cavities for 9v batteries. If space issues are not a concern, this is a good choice.
The kit includes both a Stereo Jack & a Micro-switch. You can use either one depending on how you want to wire the LED of your switch. The stereo jack will allow you to automatically turn on the LED when a cable is plugged into the guitar, and the micro-switch lets turns your LED on or off whenever you want.

Please note that the kill-switch can still operate even with the LED turned off or left disconnected. Drill bits are available separately (see drop down menu)

#2 - CR2032 (Slim) Battery Kit If you have a guitar like the Ibanez S series, or are running tight on space, this is the better kit. These include a battery carrier, two CR2032 batteries, and both Stereo Jack & Micro-switch.
The profile is much thinner than a regular 9v so you get the benefit of space savings. When one of these kits is used, the included inline resistor (LED models only) is not required for installation. The resistor is only required when using a 9v.

Both Kits are $7 each - Drill bits are available separately
Our drill bits are made from steel, and can be used to install any and all Iron Age kill-switches. Drill bits are sold separately from the installation kits.

Why use this style of drill bit?

The "Forstner" style bits have a center guide pin that helps to stabilize the spinning bit as it cuts. The result of these bits is a very smooth accurate cut while other bits can have a less-than-desirable rough edge.
To obtain the best results, it's recommended that you drill from the top of the guitar into the electronics cavity. This will ensure the cleanest cut where it matters most.

Quick Tip: Before you start, it helps to lay down some painters tape to protect areas around the drilling point.
Also, you can make an indentation exactly where you want to start using the bit's center guide pin.This will help to keep the bit exactly where you want it once you begin to drill.
Light pressure is best to let the bit do the cutting of the guitar finish before applying a moderate pressure once you're down to the actual wood.

The drill bit diameter is 16mm & can be used to install ALL of our switches.

Each drill bit is $7

*Drill bits are sold separately & are not included with any of the installation kits.
Needle Rasp Files are now available for enlarging potentiometer holes in order to fit a killswitch. This is the preferred method to use for those wanting to replace their tone knob for a killswitch instead of trying to drill a larger hole without a drill press.

**Our forstner bits are not recommended for hole enlargement as they require material to grab onto at the center for guidance.

Splice Kits For those who aren't solder-savvy or don't have the tools at hand, splices are available. Each splice kit has a total of 4 splices. These are best for non-LED kill-switches where you can simply tap into the ground & hot wires at the jack instead of soldering onto the leads.
If you have an LED model switch, some soldering would still be required for the resistor & maybe the battery connector wires. To make these work, all you need is some pliers.

The terminal ends get crimped onto the wires of your kill-switch.
Next the folding splice gets wrapped around the wire you wish to tap into (ground & hot wire coming from the jack).
Once the wire is seated in between the metal blade, firmly close the splice until it snaps shut.
Finally connect your kill-switch wire with the terminal attached to the side of the splice until it seats firmly.

Needle rasp files are $3 & Splice kits (4 Splices) are $2

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Iron Age Guitar Kill Switch (non-LED)

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"THIS Is The Perfect Mod To Set Your Axe Apart"
No Tacky Kill-Boxes or Extra Pedals, Just Sleek Looks & Supreme Functionality.

Description
How They Work
Compatibility
Features
Warranty

With your finger on the button,

all it takes is a pleasant click to unleash a barrage of exhilarating
possibilities.

We've all seen those bulky & brightly colored killswitches that can detract from your guitar's original style.

And using a killswitch pedal just doesn't allow for the same quick-action functionality.

With our killswitches however, the power is quite literally at your fingertips.

You can momentarily cut the power to your pickups in an instant without missing a beat, it's all within reach. These are "momentary switches".

Not only that but if you're looking to install a new mod or add a finishing touch to your guitar project. These switches are perfect for matching your current guitar's hardware.

It's a sleek factory-look available in 3 attractive finishes.
- Black Stealth
- Spartan Steel
- Vintage Gold
Your Search For The Right Switch Ends Here.

It's the distinguishing factor to any hot-rodded guitar or project axe that so many guitarists agree with.

There's a Reason We're Number One

When it comes to guitar kill-switches, we don't cut corners & our customer satisfaction is top-notch. See for yourself below!

**Intended for high-gain applications,
as using these with clean tones can lead to unwanted popping when activated
as with all kill-switches.
All Iron Age kill-switches require a 16mm hole diameter for installation.
Rated for a whopping 500,000 presses,

these switches are ready to endure some serious abuse over the years.

They're what's called "momentary switches",

meaning that they only cut-off ( ground out) your guitar's signal while being pressed,and resume normal sound when released.

When this technique is used rhythmically & in conjunction with your playing,
it creates a machinegun/stutter effect that some notable guitar players have adopted as a distinction to their playing.
(Buckethead, Eddie Van Halen, & Tom Morello)

Unlike our LED illuminated switches that have several installation options,
these ones work with BOTH active/passive pickups & still look outstanding!
As far as hooking up the electronics, it can be done in no time flat.

Simply connect one wire to a ground of your choice (Jack, Ground Plate, or Back of Potentiometer)
and
connect the other lead to your pickup's positive+ (At the Jack or Potentiometer).
There's no polarity so there's no way to mix up these two wires.

That's it.
It really is that simple.

To make installation more streamlined, all of our killswitches have the same 16mm mounting-hole diameter.

Use your own drill/bit or method, or pick up the exact diameter bit along with your order >here<
Each switch is built with a construction that emanates quality from the second you grasp it in your hand.

They're built TOUGH to withstand anything you throw at them.

And the button's action?

The button itself is nothing less than satisfying to click, providing crisp action & a smooth release for functionality that inspires confident playing.

All switches are pre-wired to make installation a breeze & save you time.
Installation can be accomplished in as little as 15-20 minutes.

Each switch has a slightly raised button so you can pinpoint it by feel and a distinguishing Iron Age logo so you know it's up for anything.

Each order includes:
- 1 Premium Killswitch (Pre-wired)
- 1 Rubber gasket to protect your guitar's finish underneath.
- 3 Complementary Iron Age Picks
- An "Iron-Fist" 365-day, no-bull ,Warranty
- Incredible customer service around the globe which Iron Age is known for.
**Drill bits are optional & sold separately
No other install kits are required.

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Order yours today & get ready for inspiring action and a new wave of creativity to flow with every press!
Here at Iron Age, our mission isn't accomplished at checkout.

It's not done when your item ships out,

nor when it arrived conveniently at your door.

Only when you're 100% satisfied with your purchase, can we rest knowing that we did an outstanding job.

That's why we offer our "Iron Fist" Warranty that covers all switches for an entire 365 days. No bull & no questions asked.

If you believe your switch arrived defective, we'll take your word for it.

If it goes out for any reason during this time or stops functioning as intended,

no problem.

It doesn't matter if you're here in the US or across the pond in France or Indonesia, we'll make it right 100%.

Don't hesitate now, choose the finish that suits you best & order today,

knowing that you're getting the best in the business.