Should I put an illuminated car switch in a box?

Question

I added a fuel pump kill switch for security purposes and am wondering what I should enclose the switch in. Is it safe to assume that the switch should be mounted to a fixed surface or be placed inside a self contained box?

There are three male spade connectors coming off the switch in which i have 3 wires with female spade connectors on each one and then I soddered them to make them permanent.

Is wrapping the back witht he connectors in electric tape sufficient?

Answer 1

The tape would be sufficient, yes.

You could also use a rubber compound like silicone to cover it up.

As long as the connections don't touch ground, you are good to go.