How do I know if I need a single pole or double pole switch?

Single pole switches are more simple switches, used for applications where on/off is required. Double pole switches are more complex switches for more complicated applications.

What is the advantage of double pole switch?

A double pole switch can be used to control light and a fan or 2 lights on separate circuits. It is easy to wire a double pole switch to work as a single pole switch because only one side is used instead of both. Single pole switch is referred as a single pole, single throw switch.

What is the difference between single pole and double pole?

Single-pole breakers: Provide 120 volts, 15-20 amps and have one hot wire and one neutral wire. Double-pole breakers: Provide 240 volts, 20-60 amps and have two hot wires that share one neutral wire.

What is a dual pole timer?

The Analogue Double Pole Timer can be pre-set to automatically turn off appliances when they’re not needed and has a 24 hour on/off setting that is simple to program. The device’s super-slim design allows the end-user to fit two timers comfortably next to each other in the same double powerpoint.

What does a double pole switch mean?

What is a double pole switch? Double pole switches are connected to two separate electric circuits. They essentially contain 2 switches which are linked together and can complete the circuit either simultaneously or staggered.

What does a single pole switch mean?

A single pole switch is used to control the light in a small closet or bathroom. It’s called a single pole switch because there are two wires connected or separated by the switch mechanism. There’s also a ground wire to protect against electrical faults.

What does double pole mean?

Double pole switches are connected to two separate electric circuits. They essentially contain 2 switches which are linked together and can complete the circuit either simultaneously or staggered.

What is double pole switch?

Can a single pole switch control two lights?

The answer is yes; one switch can turn on multiple lights. You can use two ways to make your switch control multiple lights. The most common way is to daisy-chain the light fixtures through connecting them with each other and hooking the first fixture to the switch.