What is the difference between 1 way and 2 way dimmer switch?
1 Way Switches: If a light switch is '1 way' this means it is just an on/off switch. ... The single switch controls a single light (or lighting circuit). 2 Way Switches: A '2 way' switch means there is another switch controlling the same light. These are often used on a stair case, large room with switches by each door.
Can a dimmer be used on a 2 way switch?
Rotary on/off dimmers are only suitable for 1-way circuits. If you have a 2-way circuit (where the same lights are controlled by two switches) you must choose a push-on/push-off dimmer and replace one of the switches with that dimmer. You can only use one push-on/push-off dimmer in a 2-way circuit.
Can you have a dimmer on both sides?
You can only have one dimmer per group. You can put the dimmer at either location, but not both locations. There are "companion" dimmers available from some companies, that allow you to place additional dimmers in the circuit.
What's the difference between a 1 way and 2 way dimmer switch?
1 Way Switches: If a light switch is '1 way' this means it is just an on/off switch. ... The single switch controls a single light (or lighting circuit). 2 Way Switches: A '2 way' switch means there is another switch controlling the same light. These are often used on a stair case, large room with switches by each door.