Wiring a Switch and a Light | Wiring two switches to one light

Wiring a Switch and a Light:

This diagram shows how to wire a switch and a light. In this circuit diagram, we want to describe how to connect a light with a 2-way switch. In this circuit diagram, we use 2 two-way switches, a light, and a convenience switch. If you want to know more details, please check our youtube video at the below link.

Diagram of  Switch and a Light wiring:

Fig 1: Wiring a Switch and a Light

Components Need for this Project:

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1. 2-Way Switch [See Buy Click Amazon]
2. Light [See Buy Click Amazon]

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Components used to make the Wiring Switch and a Light:

01. 2-Way Switch

Fig 2: 2-Way Switch

The two-way switch is a type of multiway switch. Multiway switches have more points and can be controlled in multiple ways simultaneously. The middle connection normally goes to the load and the two side connections act as switches. Again, the opposite is also true if it is used in the lamp connection.It is a type of switch that has three wire connections. And it really has no off or on. Both sides can be turned on or off depending on how you connect one to the other. The two-way switch is a type of multiway switch. Multiway switches have more points and can be controlled in multiple ways simultaneously. Two Way Switch has three wire connection system.

02. Light

Fig 3: Light

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Frequently Asked Questions

How to wire a light switch with L1 and L2?

Connect the Line (brown) wire coming from the light together with the black wire from the 3 Core & Earth cable into the L1 terminal of the two-way switch. Connect the blue of the wire with the brown sleeve coming from the light to the L2 terminal, together with the three Core & Earth cable's grey wires.

How do you wire a one-way light switch?

The brown cable is fitted to the COM (Common) terminal. The blue cable would be fitted with a brown collar, or fixed to the L1 terminal. The brown of the cable is the live cable, while the blue cable is the switched live.

What's L1 and L2 on a light switch?

L1 or L2 are “line 1” and “line 2,” and “COM” is “common.” Depending on the position of the switch, either L1 or L2 is connected to “common”—hence the name; it is the terminal that is “in common” between the two of the positions.

What does C mean on a light switch?

C means common) In order for you to be able to use a smart switch you would have to get a neutral from the lighting circuit diagram pulled down to the switch, which in some cases could be tricky and may require some work! Hope this helps you.

What is a loop on a light switch?

By using the loop-at-the-light method, electricians could loop out to other lights along the same circuit diagram, or even to separate lights that are switched on through another circuit diagram. This means that 2 -lights might have the same power supply cable but each of them could have its own individual switch.