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Switched Outlet Wiring


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Summary: Electrical Outlets Question:
When wiring a half-hot outlet do I leave the tab on the neutral side connected? If not then do I need to run a neutral wire to both screws on that side?.


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Switch Outlet Question:
When wiring a half-hot outlet do I leave the tab on the neutral side connected?
If not then do I need to run a neutral wire to both screws on that side?
Thanks Mike


Hi Mike - Great Electrical Repair Question!
The neutral tab stays in place as long as the outlet is served by the same circuit, which is most common.

See this page for more information and detailed wiring diagrams:
https://ask-the-electrician.com/switched-outlet-wiring-diagram.html
Dave Rongey

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