An intermediate switch can be used as a one way or two way switch but is more expensive so would not normally be used for this. The four terminals of intermediate switch construction and its operation are shown in fig below.
Apnt 158 Standard 3 Way Lighting Circuit With Intermediate
1 gang intermediate switch diagram. All of the additional switches are internediate types 4 terminals and connect into the middle of the circuit in exactly the same way. A two way switch can be used as a one way switch or a two way switch. The hierarchy of switches. In an intermediate switch there are four terminals by which it changes the flowing of electric current from one circuit to another see fig 1 2 and also known as three way switchit has the ability to on and off the electric supply by two ways. This allows a single light to be turned on or off from any of the switches. How to wire a one way lighting circuit in this tutorial i show how to wire a one way light switch i show how a 1 way and 2 way light switch works i explain how to wire a ceiling rose how to.
This page shows it wired in the old cable colours if your house has the new colours you want to go here. Mk logic plus 10ax 1 gang intermediate switch white 78553 626 inc vat. How to choose the right type of switch and understanding the difference between 1 and 2 gang switches. Within the range there is a wide selection of choice so no matter what the décor there will be a suitable product. This video also shows how an intermediate switch works. Intermediate switch wiring diagram new cable colours the intermediate light switch is used where three or more switches control one light and used in conjunction with two two way light switches to achieve this.
Using our easy to follow guide find out how to identify different types of light switches such as the 1 gang switch 2 gang switch the intermediate switch plate switches and ceiling switches. The middle switch is an intermediate type. Both of the three way switching diagrams can be extended to four five or even more switches. Single gang intermediate light switch description and wiring diagrams for 3 way light switching circuits. Check stock in your local store. Intermediate switch diagram.
Four or more switches. Add to basket for. In a previous video i showed how a two way. In fact many electrical retailers including socket store. Construction working of intermediate switch. They are often used as both.
Here we have a 3 way switching lighting circuit sometimes called two way switching with intermediate. Mk logic plus 10ax 1 gang intermediate switch white with white inserts 78553 does not have to be derated when used with fluorescent or inductive loads. To wire a three way lighting circuit you will need 2 two way switches and an intermediate switch. An intermediate switch is used where you need to control one light from three or more switches.