Lighting Circuits Part 1

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  • čas přidán 18. 06. 2016
  • Basics of UK lighting circuits, connections to ceiling rose and light switch.
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  • @robjenkins9450
    @robjenkins9450 Před 5 měsíci +4

    I'm not sure which I enjoy the most from JW's commentary, the extremely useful learning experience or the subtle dryness of his humour.

  • @hannahswann747
    @hannahswann747 Před 2 měsíci +2

    I've watched hours of videos on this because I can't get an electrician for love or money. I was really struggling to grasp it. This video switched a light on in my brain- finally! THANK YOU SO MUCH! 🙏👍💥 xox

  • @rhubarb021
    @rhubarb021 Před 2 lety +15

    I’ve just come across this video, it is undoubtedly the best explanation I’ve ever seen for any subject!! Many thanks.

  • @noahschmartz2354
    @noahschmartz2354 Před 3 lety +6

    thanks again John if ur listening, its a Godsend to have these videos some mornings before doing small electrical job.

  • @LAnonHubbard
    @LAnonHubbard Před 5 lety +9

    Hi John. Just want to write a thank you for this video. Your drawings and explanations are just at the right level for me. I've been replacing a light in my front room today and now understand what the wires do. I really the like the coloured Sharpie-drawn wires and the explanation of the current flow.

  • @modd1uk
    @modd1uk Před 4 lety +13

    Very informative, and well done on simplifying something which has puzzled me for years. Got my head around basic lighting circuits within 24 minutes, perfect.

  • @Jimmy-xk1oe
    @Jimmy-xk1oe Před 8 lety +31

    the best tutorial on lighting circuits i have seen...Keep up the sterling work and thanks...

  • @AOEOt31os
    @AOEOt31os Před 7 lety +4

    Just what i wanted to know, nothing needlessly explained or made overly complicated. Simple and clear information. Great vid John.

  • @jme404
    @jme404 Před 5 lety +5

    Did basic electrical work many years ago, and decided to wire shed for light and power. This video was great revision on how to do it and made it easy to remind me what to do.. electrician who came to check it was happy with all that I had done.. thank you so much.. saved me a fortune. :)

  • @marcnewbury2111
    @marcnewbury2111 Před rokem +2

    John. Thank you for such a straightforward explanation, without needless flamboyance or exuberance, and at a pace I can absorb what you're explaining. So very helpful and professional.

  • @lemonleon
    @lemonleon Před 8 lety +28

    Been watching for a long time and I'm studying electrical installation at college from September. The videos the past couple days have been exactly what I need. Thanks John!

    • @johnfletcher9452
      @johnfletcher9452 Před 5 lety

      Wiring diagram to mk masterseal plus 2 gang 1-way light switch

    • @brodiepeter9326
      @brodiepeter9326 Před 4 měsíci

      how'd it go? did you become an electrician?

  • @matty4906
    @matty4906 Před 5 měsíci +2

    Thanks John as always. Newly qualified electrician here and have learnt so much from your videos over time.

  • @paulbaldwin4837
    @paulbaldwin4837 Před 3 lety +3

    Thank you John. Your verbal and visual teaching style is amazing

  • @osh2023
    @osh2023 Před 4 lety +18

    7:10 Thank you for the tip. Use the standard 3 wire cable, sleeve the blue with a brown tape to show its usage.

  • @gavinguitar2194
    @gavinguitar2194 Před 2 lety +1

    Did my city & guilds levels 1,2 & 3 some years back. By god, I wish I knew you back then!! The illustrations along with the calm, flowing commentary explaing each diagram to each circuit is bang on the money!! Just what beginner's need. At college it was thrown at you, moving at a fast pace along with all the science classroom shit (although that shit does have to be learned). Great teaching skills John simples but bordering genius.

  • @nigelthompson7680
    @nigelthompson7680 Před 6 lety +2

    Best explanation I've come across. Really like the way you build/draw the circuit using the diagrams. Makes it easy to understand. Many thanks Nige.

  • @SqwarkParrotSpittingFeathers

    Great video. I've just completed my EAL Levels 2 & 3 electrical. In level 2 we were given diagrams to follow to wire lights, so that's what we did. We could have done with an explanation about what we were doing and why. Anyone should at least be able to follow a diagram, but, it's understanding why is more important. At the end of the year we had all our folders taken from us because in the past some people on the course (not necessarily in our college) had posted them on the net. This video, and many more of yours fill that knowledge hole. I very much appreciate them. Thank you.

  • @WAITINGTOBESHOCKED
    @WAITINGTOBESHOCKED Před 5 lety +7

    First class. Great video. This explains everything I wanted to know in a structured manner. Thanks.

  • @designer-garb572
    @designer-garb572 Před 4 lety +1

    Honestly you made that so easy to understand, i am in the process of adding 10 x 4w ip65 led spotlight to my bathroom with a dual (trailing edge) dimmer switch, using the same power in for both circuits and you have made the whole thing very simple and straight forward. many thanks for sharing your knowledge.

  • @tincanpete
    @tincanpete Před 3 lety +6

    Super helpful and informative, and as previous commenters said, much better than trawling DIY forums for info. Thank you very much! I’m looking forward to the other videos in this series.

  • @davidsnyders6797
    @davidsnyders6797 Před 3 lety +2

    brilliant info, thank you! You've given me the confidence to have a go at wiring new downlighters into the ceiling as an additional circuit to the central pendant light.

  • @roryclark1239
    @roryclark1239 Před 5 lety +1

    Thank you for this. Very useful video. Clear and easy to follow. The multiple diagrams made it so much easier to actually understand what is going on.

  • @tonycollins7779
    @tonycollins7779 Před 7 lety +2

    Hallelujah! Great explanation of domestic lighting circuits. It actually is a simple as you think it must be when someone explains it in 'laymans' terms. Thanks John!

  • @Elektrifekt
    @Elektrifekt Před 5 lety +4

    What an excellent video! This has actually saved me a lot of money. I had my ceiling plastered and the plasterer took the lights down but had no idea how to put them back.

  • @veronicathecow
    @veronicathecow Před 3 lety +1

    As always, clearly spoken, written and explained. Many thanks John!

  • @mrmaker9355
    @mrmaker9355 Před 4 lety +2

    May I say your voice is very easy on the ear, which makes listening to your video all the more enjoyable.

  • @ashleycurrington5866
    @ashleycurrington5866 Před 5 lety +2

    My friend who's an electrician, said to give you a watch. He said your excellent, he wasn't wrong. Great video and teaching style was very easy to understand. Thanks

  • @Mepjc
    @Mepjc Před 4 lety +1

    Thanks John, another useful video which saved me the cost of getting a sparky in for a relatively straight forward job!

  • @yvonfem
    @yvonfem Před 5 lety +8

    Great work John bin in building trade over 20 years and I finally understand how to do a lighting circuit you should have been a shool teacher John you explain everything superbly

  • @johnramzan8049
    @johnramzan8049 Před 3 lety +3

    This is like the promised land, JW, thank you so much for explaining this in a format that is easy to understand and straight to the point . It has always been a mystery, I have looked on a few sites and was completely baffled. I have always put off lighting projects because I didn't understand..... LET THERE BE LIGHT!!!! hahaha Thankyou

  • @TheTobs50
    @TheTobs50 Před 3 lety

    Excellent explanation John. I've watched a number of others, but yours is by far the clearest and most systematic. Am going to watch all three now. (Its also more appropriate to us in South Africa, than the American ones). Best regards.

  • @michaeldelaney6355
    @michaeldelaney6355 Před 2 lety +6

    Well explained John I wired up a loft light years ago which seemed complicated years later I’m wiring my summer house and now I understand it thank you 👍

  • @paulwharton1850
    @paulwharton1850 Před 5 lety +1

    Thank you ever so much for making this video - You explain stuff so clearly.
    Now I know how to add another light and switch in the laundry room.
    You're the best !

  • @reginap3472
    @reginap3472 Před 4 lety +3

    Fantastically logical, clear, unadulterated. Many thanks John.

  • @markmcdonnell
    @markmcdonnell Před 5 lety

    Exactly 6mins in and I've paused this video to comment with: thank you for making this video! I now understand more about house light wiring (from what I've just watched) than I ever have over the last 36 years.

  • @duanesutch6565
    @duanesutch6565 Před 7 lety +1

    Excellent! Delivered classroom style. I now have the confidence to continue with my workshop project!
    Thank you.

  • @TheJask101
    @TheJask101 Před 6 lety +1

    I've watched several other videos before this and was confused, this is crystal clear! Many many thanks for taking the time to make this video.

  • @johnward68
    @johnward68 Před 3 lety +110

    Thank god people like this exist. Straightforward quality information, it makes everything come into focus now. Thanks.

    • @garymcteer7620
      @garymcteer7620 Před 3 lety +4

      John Ward I agree 👍

    • @akfame3163
      @akfame3163 Před 3 lety +2

      I agree you are great teacher

    • @Dagnabbitful
      @Dagnabbitful Před 3 lety +3

      Did you compliment yourself? :-/

    • @johnward68
      @johnward68 Před 3 lety +4

      @@Dagnabbitful
      Nah, I’m not him. He clearly knows what he’s doing with electrical stuff, me on the other hand.......

    • @joshuamahaka4521
      @joshuamahaka4521 Před 3 lety

      @@Dagnabbitful 😂😂

  • @ninav74
    @ninav74 Před 5 lety

    Thank you so much for making this video. Lighting circuits demystified! It all makes perfect sense now.

  • @superturd8901
    @superturd8901 Před 7 lety +74

    Fantastic explanation John! And nice and clear video! Keep it up!

  • @Declanj166
    @Declanj166 Před 3 lety +2

    John, you are a legend !!! The most wonderful explanations of lighting circuits. Thanks so much...

  • @photographybyabi9379
    @photographybyabi9379 Před 6 lety

    best online electrical tutor period!!!!! thank you so much for an amazing video

  • @murphitz
    @murphitz Před 6 lety +2

    These tutorials are absolutely brilliant! thanks so much JW.

  • @wsherratt5159
    @wsherratt5159 Před 3 lety +16

    I’d like to reinforce what others are saying JW. Really well explained and perfect with diagrams. I’ve used those to check stuff I’m looking at to get a better understanding. Keep up the good work on producing tutorials. If you ever get into considering a webinar on a chosen subject I’d sign up in an instant.

  • @gjones455
    @gjones455 Před 2 lety +1

    So informative John, makes it so much easier to understand when described in layman’s terms.

  • @BristolMatt
    @BristolMatt Před 7 lety +1

    Cheers for this! I'm totally clueless when it comes to lighting! Iv recently blew two, and your example of what people do, at the start of this video was spot on.
    Your vid has made this so clear to me, (Which is not easy) Im still not looking forward to installing a new ceiling light as the way it is set up still tries to confuse me. Im hoping that with this video i have now learned enough to figure it out.
    We have been without the main light in the front room for four years due to my bro blowing it. Using lamps was fine for us, but after recent decoration now is the time to give it ago again.
    Thanks again. Best vid by far.

  • @gurjsagoo4380
    @gurjsagoo4380 Před 3 lety +2

    Great video, love how simple you have made this. Looking forward to watching part 2 on the switches

  • @ianharrison6597
    @ianharrison6597 Před 8 lety +1

    Really well explained. Just what I was looking for, a UK version of a lighting circuit. Thanks.

  • @andrestevenson6045
    @andrestevenson6045 Před 4 lety +2

    Really good, practical explanations. All my questions answered. Glad I found your vid.

  • @anguslumb
    @anguslumb Před 7 lety +1

    Clear explanations of how home lighting works. Many thanks.

  • @peterokell-walker6493
    @peterokell-walker6493 Před 2 lety +1

    Great job - very helpful. It made the connection for me (for the first time) between the theory of electrical circuits - which is easy, and the complicated business of wiring up a multi-terminal ceiling rose.

  • @alansheridan4732
    @alansheridan4732 Před 6 lety

    Best Instructional Videos on the internet BY FAR !!! Please keep it going. Learning alot.

  • @petebaldwin4235
    @petebaldwin4235 Před 6 lety +1

    Clear and easy to follow no nonsense video, thank you John!!

  • @dhunt217
    @dhunt217 Před 7 lety +9

    Excellent video, very clear, concise and informative thank you John!

  • @iandyson1394
    @iandyson1394 Před 6 lety +1

    Twice I've had problems wiring a light in my new build, and twice this video has solved my problems. Thank you!

  • @danielstokoe6564
    @danielstokoe6564 Před 4 lety +2

    Clear, concise and beautifully simplified, good video as always
    👍

  • @RashidAlkaabi
    @RashidAlkaabi Před 3 lety

    I never found any video online which is as helpful and practical as this! Thanks John!

  • @aravind787
    @aravind787 Před 3 měsíci

    I watched 10s of videos about this simple thing and you are the only guy showing this properly with explanation! TY!

  • @jasonhounsell3297
    @jasonhounsell3297 Před 5 lety +2

    Clear explanations, I do DIY and trained in appliance engineering with some experience in electrics and meters through appliances however your videos make it easy to understand more electric setups. Subscribed.

  • @derekrowlands1189
    @derekrowlands1189 Před 7 lety +1

    At last someone who is able to explain the lighting function, excellent video, Thank you.

  • @mariesmith4898
    @mariesmith4898 Před 7 lety

    Your post was so clear, just what I was looking for, you've given me confidence to have go. Thanks

  • @amandabrook8571
    @amandabrook8571 Před 4 lety

    Fantastic video JW. Pictures really do paint 1000 words. Methodical and calming approach to teaching. I look forward to viewing more of the same. Thanks.

  • @90VikV
    @90VikV Před 5 lety +1

    Fantastic video - Great visual explanation & fantastic use of diagrams / drawings! Thank you!

  • @yeahman349
    @yeahman349 Před 3 lety +1

    Very straight forward and well explained in principle, although in practice not as easy. When changing light fixtures or light switches, I find the best way to do so is by taking a photo of the existing connections before disconnecting and simply wiring them up the same way on the new light fixture or switch.

  • @embecmom5863
    @embecmom5863 Před 4 lety

    This is one of the best descriptions of lighting I have seen. thanks.

  • @chillyspoon
    @chillyspoon Před 6 lety +1

    Excellent video John with concise and clear instruction - thank you!

  • @tasty_fish
    @tasty_fish Před 5 lety +14

    Very well explained, no need to waste time on those useless trade forums where they argue amongst eachother!

  • @patrickparker8417
    @patrickparker8417 Před 7 lety

    Well after blowing a couple of fuses I managed to get one light working , I checked this video to connect the other light , worked a treat although it is very crowded , great information on you tube , and he explains it well , well done sir .

  • @dgr4358
    @dgr4358 Před 6 lety +2

    Your explanations are wonderful, and I wish I'd had you as a teacher. Double points for the awesome hand-drawings :D

  • @samtaylor7561
    @samtaylor7561 Před 5 lety +1

    Excellent video John, very simple and clear. Just what I needed

  • @missmolotov
    @missmolotov Před 7 lety

    'Only to discover there's far more wires that they think should be there'. That is exactly what happened, apart from I was fortunate enough not to rip it down first! Managed to get the job done after watching your video and think I understand why the light fittings in my house are different now. Thank you very much for your help, fantastic video.

  • @supernube5051
    @supernube5051 Před 7 lety +7

    Im not an electrician ...and I wouldnt ask one to do any work I thought for one second I could safely do myself. That said...I wouldnt touch anything without knowing for sure that what I am doing is correct ...and safe. This is an excellent video and even though I know there are endless videos on here for wiring lights THIS is the best one ...you do an excellent job of describing the process and I found your description at the beginning hilarious....very very good....I will complete my wiring tomorrow...thanks to this very helpful ..informative video.
    Thank you

    • @linzibrown3285
      @linzibrown3285 Před 7 lety +1

      Daniel Foster

    • @cr03ks
      @cr03ks Před 6 lety +2

      It's all well watching a video but putting it into practice is a different thing, don't play around with electric unless you know what your doing

  • @robbiet8667
    @robbiet8667 Před 7 lety +1

    Brilliant explanation - solved a problem that had caused confusion for years!

  • @philmargetson2179
    @philmargetson2179 Před 3 lety +2

    Thanks John, straight forward , you've got me out of a pickle and a half. Great tutorial.👍👍👍👍

  • @paulmurphy5041
    @paulmurphy5041 Před 4 lety

    spent 2 days looking at these,,wish i found your vid sooner perfectly executed muchos gracias

  • @paulwharton1850
    @paulwharton1850 Před 6 lety

    Thank God for your very clear, thorough explanation.
    Many thanks !

  • @thebigred0
    @thebigred0 Před 4 lety

    Well worth subscribing. Just about to wire my shed. Clear and concise. Perfect. Thank you.

  • @mitchyboybalboa
    @mitchyboybalboa Před 3 měsíci

    This guy has me in stitches as well as teaching me invaluable information. Brilliant and thank you.

  • @johnoirie
    @johnoirie Před 6 lety +1

    This is a brilliant video, easy to follow and understand. Thank you for making this video, very helpful.

  • @zoltankollar
    @zoltankollar Před 5 lety +1

    Great video. Detailed organized. Thank you John.

  • @kamilskowron1940
    @kamilskowron1940 Před 6 lety +2

    This was absolutely awesome! Great explanation!

  • @rorymarsh
    @rorymarsh Před 6 lety +1

    Magic! What an excellent explanation! So straightforward to understand.

  • @christopherahern1031
    @christopherahern1031 Před 3 lety +1

    Very well explained . Always wanted to understand how circuits worked. Well done.

  • @stevenwilliams4172
    @stevenwilliams4172 Před 6 lety +1

    extremely professional and well explained, well done John, interesting stuff

  • @derekmaddock4594
    @derekmaddock4594 Před rokem

    This is a fantastic explanation of circuits in the UK. I loved it and will bookmark it for future reference.

  • @Chechenblack
    @Chechenblack Před 6 lety

    JW sir you are a champion. Thank you very much this demo was outstanding 👍🏻

  • @slotted66
    @slotted66 Před 7 lety

    The clearest explanation and diagrams on the net. Well done!

  • @colinjones109
    @colinjones109 Před 7 lety

    Thanks John, this has helped me immeasurably.

  • @fetozunamk4026
    @fetozunamk4026 Před 7 lety

    this is such a useful instruction, i remember there use to be "windows for dummies" this is more helpful than any other instructions we may get on here, well done John...

  • @mrspiffy1981
    @mrspiffy1981 Před 7 lety +1

    Thanks John, a very clear and concise explanation.

  • @nads205
    @nads205 Před 7 lety +10

    John - that was awesome - thank you!

    • @BillsAllotmentDiary
      @BillsAllotmentDiary Před 6 lety

      Best clear explanation I've seen on here cheers now to run a new light to the loft

  • @skindude9251
    @skindude9251 Před 3 lety

    Thanks John for the simple and staightforwrd explanation. Brilliant!

  • @DominicMcCoy
    @DominicMcCoy Před 7 lety +12

    Excellent video, clearly explained.

  • @greggdaniels6129
    @greggdaniels6129 Před 5 lety +24

    I've just started my lvl 2 at college. Mature student at ripe old age of 37🤣🤣
    Simple video explained brilliantly. Definitely saving and subbing.

    • @wild4fp
      @wild4fp Před 4 lety +1

      how did you get on?

    • @alexitoyt1130
      @alexitoyt1130 Před 4 lety

      Sé qué personas de buen humor donarán hola como estan mi sueño es tener una orgía con los perros de mi colonia pero me insultan y recibo humillaciones personas de buen humor donarán

    • @greggdaniels6129
      @greggdaniels6129 Před 4 lety +2

      @@wild4fp ha. Sound mate not easy going back into a room full of 16-18yr olds! 😣😕

  • @tiberiusclaudiusnerogermanicis

    Obviously this is extremely basic stuff for you but you still explain it all so well with enthusiasm and without skipping "basic details which most professionals so because they take them as a given. Thanks buddy

  • @coolissimo69
    @coolissimo69 Před 7 lety

    John you did my day, wow I bet you are a professor. Many thanks

  • @harryhardisty6957
    @harryhardisty6957 Před 7 lety

    Thank you so much for this - there is so much confusing advice and information out therre but your video made it so simple - thank you from my light, bright upstairs!

  • @marcushunt740
    @marcushunt740 Před rokem

    Best explanation with no baffling! Quality.

  • @harrymurphy2061
    @harrymurphy2061 Před 4 lety

    Thanks for the videos, you explain it best and straight to the point, definitely worth a subscription!!

  • @robertparkes4982
    @robertparkes4982 Před 8 lety

    PS....Forgot to mention....I really enjoy your videos JW, everything explained clearly.....Cheers !!!