Single Pole Light Switch Wiring Diagram. Featuring wiring diagrams for single pole wall switches commonly used in the home. The other terminal is for a second hot wire called a switch leg that runs only between the switch and the light fixture.
This switch wiring diagram shows the power source starting at the fixture box. Circuit electrical wiring enters the switch box. Wire a switched outlet.
Want to turn a lamp on with a light switch.
How to wire a single switch. The other terminal is for a second hot wire called a switch leg that runs only between the switch and the light fixture. Switch wiring shows the power source power in starts at the switch box. The white wire becomes the energized switch leg as indicated by using black or red electrical tape.
