Summary:
Fully Explained Godown Wiring Diagrams with the layout, circuit and switch wiring and the explanation of the switch positions and lighting results.
Godown Wiring for Warehouse Lighting Applications
The godown wiring method is popular for warehouses where there is one entrance and the lighting should be on only in the occupied area.
Although this is a method of switch wiring that works quite well it does have one drawback because the lighting will work for only one occupant in one area.
If an additional person enters the warehouse and turns on the switch near them then it will turn off the light where the first person is located.
The traditional godown wiring method is explained here starting with the layout of a warehouse application. For simplicity, the warehouse has three lights and three switches with equal spacing in between. This design could be adjusted and adapted to any size warehouse and adjustments to the size of the circuit will need to be adjusted for the total load, or watts of the actual lighting that will be used and the size of the wire will need to be adjusted for voltage drop in a large warehouse or building.
Godown Wiring Layout
Godown Wiring Connections
Godown Observation Table
S1
S2
S3
L1
L2
L3
OFF
OFF
OFF
DARK
DARK
DARK
ON
OFF
OFF
BRIGHT
DARK
DARK
ON
ON
OFF
DARK
BRIGHT
DARK
ON
ON
ON
DARK
DARK
BRIGHT
Godown Wiring Legend
NOTE:
ALL DIMENSIONS ARE IN CMS.
L
LAMP
S
SWITCH
F
FUSE
NL
NEUTRAL LINE
SPST
SINGLE POLE SINGLE THROW
SPDT
SINGLE POLE DOUBLE THROW
CONNECTION TERMINAL
It should be noted that this design specifies 230 volt 50hz, however this wiring method could also be used for 120 volt, 60 hz, or any other voltage as long as the wiring, light fixtures and switches are rated for the same voltage and application factors.
Perfect for the Homeowner, Handyman, Electrician and Building Inspector. Includes: Methods of Home Electrical Wiring Wiring Diagrams for Switches, with 3-Way, 4-Way Wiring Diagrams for 120 Volt and 240 Volt Outlets Wiring Diagrams for GFCIs' ....and much more.
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Electrical Project Skill Level:
Beginner to Intermediate. Electrical Tools Required:
Basic Electricians Pouch Hand Tools, a non-aluminum ladder and Voltage Tester. Estimated Time:
Depends on personal level experience, ability to work with tools and access to the ceiling fan. Electrical Safety:
Identify the electrical power circuit, turn it OFF and Tag it with a Note before working with the wiring. Electrical Wiring Parts and Materials:
Electrical parts and materials for home wiring projects should be approved for the specific project and compliant with local and national electrical codes.
Electrical Codes and Inspections:
Installing additional home electrical wiring should be done according to local and national electrical codes with a permit and be inspected.
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