Lighting Circuit 2 Plate Method How to Wire up and Connect 2 Way and Intermediate Switches (3 Way)

In this video we look again at a lighting circuit using the 2 plate method and I explain the connections within the switches for 2 way and intermediate switching (3 way switching). The 2 plate method takes the feed (supply) to the switch and is often used in installation that have lots of downlights fitted (LED lights). I show and explain the connection at all switches making it easier for learners to connect up both the 2 way switches and the intermediate switch. The 2 plate method is a very common wiring method used on site so it’s important apprentice electricians and trainees understand it.

Learner question when can a Wago connector be classed as maintenance free..?

🔵 The 2 plate method of wiring lighting circuits playlist    • Taking the Feed (Supply) to the Light...  

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00:00 - Connections in 2 way and intermediate light switches
01:21 - Recap of the connection in the first 2 way switch
01:41 - Neutral go into a connector
02:07 - Black is common
03:17 - Intermediate switch
04:26 - Connecting the intermediate switch
05:03 - Adding brown sleeving
05:54 - Wago 221 connector for the black conductors
06:43 - Connecting the brown and grey conductors
07:54 - Intermediate connection completed
08:08 - Learner question - when can Wago connector be classed as a maintenance free..?
08:25 - Connecting the the 2 way switch position
08:52 - Adding brown sleeving
09:12 - Connections in the back of a 2 way switch
10:22 - Learning summary

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