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Light switch
Rachel 04/08/2025 - 8.05 AM
I have 2 light switches in livingroom that control 1 light i bought a 2 way light fixture. But what amperage should I use. 10. 15 or 20. Any information would be very much appreciated thank you
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NEP Electrics LTD
Rating: 5 out of 5
For lighting circuit you would use 6 Amps breaker, with 1mm^2 or 1.5mm^2 Twin and Earth wire. Downstairs lights would be on one breaker and Upstairs on a different breaker.
Answered5 August 2025
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Electrician
Rating: 5 out of 5
Most manufactured light switches should be rated to at least 10A. It is possible to get higher rating but as stated below most lighting circuits are on a 6A MCB or RCBO so providing the switch is rated higher than what’s within the DB it will be safe to use.
Answered7 August 2025
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