Two Way Intermediate Switch Wiring Diagram. Construction working of intermediate switch. In that an intermediate switch is used in the middle of the 2 two way switches.
Notice that the wire connected to the com terminals is looped straight through the intermediate switch using a cable connector. Remove the existing socket or switch from the wall if replacing. There is more than one way to do this depending of the type of cable available and on the installation requirements.
The four terminals of intermediate switch construction and its operation are shown in fig below.
If you are going to install a new one then go for three wire control methods. To switch from two locations youll need 2 two way switches and wire them together in a particular way. Intermediate switches can be used for 1 and 2 way switching. As you see in the 2 way switch diagram below you will find that the phase live is connected with the common of the first 2 way switch.
