3 Way Switch Wiring Schematic. Traveler wires are interchangeable on each switch. With conventional wiring the common wire from one switch connects to line the common wire from the other switch connects to the load lights.
Three way switch wiring with light middle. 3 way switch wiring diagram depicting all wires in the ceiling junction box. 3 way switch wiring schematic.
3 way switch wiring diagram depicting all wires in the ceiling junction box.
Pick the diagram that is most like the scenario you are in and see if you can wire your switch. The two hot wires of three wire cable connect to a pair of brass colored traveler terminals on each switch. In the ceiling light fixture electrical box one black wire from a 3 way switch gets connected to the black load wire on the light fixture. Pick the diagram that is most like the scenario you are in and see if you can wire your switch.