Wiring a timer relay module
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As far as I'm aware I'll be using the "com" and "no" contacts as when I press the button I will want the light on to then witch off on the set time.
In regards to the light itself as shown above do I split the cable and direct it back from the timer
In regards to the light itself as shown above do I split the cable and direct it back from the timer
Why not make it a plug in unit then you don't need to cut the wire on the lamp?
Get a dual, (not double!) surface mount box, fit the timer in one half and a single socket in the other. Take a short flexible cable into it via a gland.
Get a dual, (not double!) surface mount box, fit the timer in one half and a single socket in the other. Take a short flexible cable into it via a gland.
I will be using a switched extension lead as there a few other things which will be run on this unit I have built so the UV flood light will just be plugged into that. so I don't require another socket really but if it's needs be I would.
If I split the wire how do I go about making the connections do I require further junctions or cable? Thanks
If I split the wire how do I go about making the connections do I require further junctions or cable? Thanks
Your timer needs to be mounted in an enclosure to protect the connections. Where a flexible cable passes into an enclosure then a gland or clamp is needed to grip the cable sheath and prevent strain on the connections. The timer just need to break the live, (brown) wire between supply and your light, as you say NO and COM terminals.
There are several ways to physically meet those needs, my plug in suggestion just avoided modifying your floodlight.
There are several ways to physically meet those needs, my plug in suggestion just avoided modifying your floodlight.
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glad it worked out for you.
glad it worked out for you.
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