Are these MK switches identical?

[Yanni]

I've been asked to buy a substantial amount of electrical switches for a house in Africa that they use same things as here in the UK.
I was asked for 20 water heater switches.

Are these two switches identical and why such a price difference just because it says Water Heater!!?

Also do you recommend neon lights or not as my experience in extension plug switches is that neon lights go after 6-7 years.

 

[JohnD]

1) yes

2) the engraved ones are slower selling stock. They have to hold, or order, switches engraved for numerous lettering, all separately and in small numbers

3) an electrical wholesaler will have a better price, for example https://www.tlc-direct.co.uk/tcl/search?query=20+amp+dp+switch++mk

4) MK is a good brand, but is sold at a somewhat inflated price.

5) illuminated switches mostly have an LED now which have a very much longer life.

 

[sparkwright]

Bear in mind, it appears both switches do NOT have a flex outlet facility (according to the spec) which may make life difficult, depending on what you are intending to do with them.

 

[securespark]

They have a flex outlet on the bottom edge.