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 Thanks just been looking at a 20w LED, for the front but I could as you say use 2 x10w and let one PIR serve the 2 in that zone.

would this work with LED and could it serve 3 fittings if that is a possible option? http://www.amazon.co.uk/PHOTOCELL-ACORN-LIGHT-SENSOR-DUSK/dp/B0072ICJ0C/ref=sr_1_fkmr1_3?s=lighting&ie=UTF8&qid=1424570657&sr=1-3-fkmr1&keywords=standalone+dusk+dawn+sensor 3 of these...

Thanks steptoe...Great info and advice. And I suppose as you say it will pay for itself quicker in the long run...:-) These are not a bad price, could be useful for the sides and maybe something slightly higher for the front...

Here is a better diagram of the wiring with switches in a dual metal back box.

Food for thought. I think the leds are still a bit pricey at present though. If using standalone I was a bit confused how to wire them for ease. I suppose they are just a switch, so I x D/Dawn (if it can handle 3?) and 3 PIRs. Could it be wired as the other, and just use a separate connector...

Not trying to inflame anyone and I am grateful for replies, but that is what I am doing, taking the 3 core and earth from the S/Spur unit to feed and switch the fittings. I know my wiring diagram doesn't show it like that but just the actual paths...My bad. I will be mounting the light switch...

Thanks J. But I don't mind switching all three at the same time, and it saves on cable expense, unless running 3 single cables Switch lives from the 3 way switch...Good call though..."Thanks" I suppose I'l do it as stated, just wondering whether to use a stand alone D/Dawn to make a saving...:-)

Yes the way you stated would work (Fed from lighting circuit), but unfortunately incorrect about the switched spur & switch. This is a necessity needed to act as an double pole isolator and fuse step down to a 5amp fuse as the S/Spur is on a kitchen ring main on a 32amp mcb circuit. The...

Just stating requirements to ease with replies, whereas I could have just had a couple of lights paralleled for illumination alone, plus some D/Dawn models stay on till dusk dawn without a timer etc. I did say "What is the best way..." So I'd welcome your input if you think it should be done...

Hi I want to add 3 security lights to cover 3 areas of my back yard (3 side extension) with dusk dawn and PIR sensors including on/off timers for the lamps, so they will only operate at a certain light level, each have their own PIR plus lamp illumination timers.   Using 3 core & earth fed...

Amended as rushed it...:-) A rather large lady fed up with her weight goes the doctors and inquires about the best way to lose weight with the least amount of effort. The doctor says..."look to the left, then to the right and do that a few times" "Ooh!...That sounds easy. How often should I...

A large lady goes the doctors and inquires the best way to lose weight with the least amount of effort. the doctor says..."every time you're offered food, look to the left, then to the right a few times. "How on earth is that going to help me!"...She grunted. "It means every time you're...

It could've been a catastrophie...:-)

Hi all...Can't wait to get a few tips. My name is Paul and from Merseyside.