3 position switch ; ON-OFF-ON

[Taylortwocities]

If the switch must be outdoors. Use an MK Masterseal Grid box K56414WHI with the K4899WHI 3-way grid switch module. Sorted.

 

[Richard Burns]

I might tend to install a click 3 position switch in a single module plate and fit the plate into a waterproof socket box.

 

[Marcus John]

MK do a 2-way and off switch module for their MK Logic Plus grid.

Cheers for that suggestion but I believe that's a retractive switch. I'm looking for a 3 position switch that does not reset to centre 'off' position.

Why do you need that arrangement?

I would just like the comfort of knowing that if the photocell went ---- up then I could still switch my lights on.

 

[Marcus John]

Didn't realise this was a DIYer!

Not quite. Neither a DIYer or a qualified spark. Getting there though.....completed an EAL Level 2 Diploma in Electrical Installations last month so am quietly confident I can wire a light switch. Level 3 starts in September

 

[Marcus John]

You are correct that it is not notifiable, but that is irrelevant.

I felt it was relevant cos I won't be enlisting the services of a qualified electrician.

 

[Marcus John]

I might tend to install a click 3 position switch in a single module plate and fit the plate into a waterproof socket box.
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That's a great website....thanks.

 

[telectrix]

used wireless similar to that shown in post#19. fit module in a IP55 box.

 

[marc8]

have used several wireless units, one with outside box & antenna other lightwave switch & relay works well.

 

[SparkyChick]

I thought installing an outside light to an existing circuit not in a special location was non-notifiable?

You are correct that it is not notifiable, but that is irrelevant.

Unless I'm much mistaken, as Wales still uses the 2010 version of Part P (which is much stricter than the 2013 edition used in England when it comes to what constitutes a special location/special installation), adding a light to or modifying a circuit that is outside, would require notification as outdoor lighting and power installations are considered special installations.

 

[Taylortwocities]

a retractive switch. I'm looking

The MK K4899WHI is not retractive. They do both types. Same with Click. There are both types.