Hi all, this will be my 2nd post as a member.

I want to replace my existing pendant lights in my living room with 8 x 35Watt GU10 led downlights. Was just wondering about the best method of wiring these together so they can be operated from a two way dimmer switch. Ie: In two groups of four.

Really appreciate any help with the above.

Cheers! :)
 
Hi Murdoch, Yes RCD protected. I know a plasterer who will do the work for next to nothing. Mates rates n all. As 123 mentioned without the 2 way switch I could easily do the work but I'm unsure of how to wire it for the 2 way switch for 2 x 4 downlights.
 
Hi Murdoch, Yes RCD protected. I know a plasterer who will do the work for next to nothing. Mates rates n all. As 123 mentioned without the 2 way switch I could easily do the work but I'm unsure of how to wire it for the 2 way switch for 2 x 4 downlights.
I was waiting for this one, don't tell him pike .
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Ok Custie, am I right in thinking that the two existing pendants are switched on together ?
If so the pendant nearest the switch will probably have 3 cables, a feed in, a switch wire and a switched live & neutral to the far pendant. I'd replace the switch wire with a 3 core and CPC giving two switched returns and install a MF junction box above where the pendant with 3 cables is now. Then just run a new T&E from there to each bank of lights looping in and out, the s/l and neutral to the end of circuit light can be replaced or used to feed the first downlight on one of your 2 banks.
 
Ok Custie, am I right in thinking that the two existing pendants are switched on together ?
Hi Murdoch, Yes RCD protected. I know a plasterer who will do the work for next to nothing. Mates rates n all. As 123 mentioned without the 2 way switch I could easily do the work but I'm unsure of how to wire it for the 2 way switch for 2 x 4 downlights.
If so the pendant nearest the switch will probably have 3 cables, a feed in, a switch wire and a switched live & neutral to the far pendant. I'd replace the switch wire with a 3 core and CPC giving two switched returns and install a MF junction box above where the pendant with 3 cables is now. Then just run a new T&E from there to each bank of lights looping in and out, the s/l and neutral to the end of circuit light can be replaced or used to feed the first downlight on one of your 2 banks.
say no more!
 
As it comes under part P you will have to carry out the work in accordance with Bs7671. Which means testing and certification in accordance with Bs7671. Failure to do so is against the law.
I note DaveOCD disagrees with the necessity to carry it out in accordance with Bs7671?
 
Hi Murdoch, Yes RCD protected. I know a plasterer who will do the work for next to nothing. Mates rates n all. As 123 mentioned without the 2 way switch I could easily do the work but I'm unsure of how to wire it for the 2 way switch for 2 x 4 downlights.

You don't need a 2 way switch. You need 2 single way switches. They may be on one plate. Lets call it a dual switch, or in your case a dual dimmer.
 
Ok Custie, am I right in thinking that the two existing pendants are switched on together ?
If so the pendant nearest the switch will probably have 3 cables, a feed in, a switch wire and a switched live & neutral to the far pendant. I'd replace the switch wire with a 3 core and CPC giving two switched returns and install a MF junction box above where the pendant with 3 cables is now. Then just run a new T&E from there to each bank of lights looping in and out, the s/l and neutral to the end of circuit light can be replaced or used to feed the first downlight on one of your 2 banks.
That was the answer I was looking for Dave and appreciate you taking the time to explain it to me. Much appreciated, Pal.
 
Two disagree now that domestic work comes under part P.
edit. I never said it would need notifying, but compliance with part P is still required, and as such it will require testing and certifying in accordance with Bs7671.
 
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