How to Wire a 2-Way Switch for Lighting Circuits

In this video we look at a lighting circuit using the 2 plate method and I explain the connections within a one gang 2 way switch. The 2 plate method takes the feed (supply) to the switch and is often used in installation that have lots of downlights fitted (LED) because it reduces the number of cables at the lighting points..

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== 🕐 Time Stamps - Cut to the action 🕕 ==
00:00 - How to connect a 2 way light switch
00:20 - 2 way switch terminals
00:55 - Connection in the first switch
01:42 - Video on exposed conductive parts
01:54 - Removing the 1 way switch
02:13 - Identifying conductors
02:39 - Black is common
03:42 - Doubling cable ends
04:21 - L1 and L2 connections
05:11 - Connections recap
05:46 - New switch position
06:25 - Black into common
07:09 - 2 plate method for downlights
07:57 - L1 and L2 connections
08:20 - 2 way switching

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