Do you sell Fluorescent Dimmers? [Article]
Yes we do. Keep in mind that only Advance Mark 10 ballasts should be dimmed and all other products may work, but void the manufacture warranty. Using a
- What is Radio Frequency Interference (RFI) [Article]
RFI is a buzzing noise which may occur in some audio and radio equipment when solid-state dimmers are used nearby. Although most dimmers contains a filter to suppress RFI, additional filtering may be ...
- What type of dimmer do I need for Lowvoltage? [Article]
First, determine what type of transformer is in the lighting fixture. Different characteristics of the two transformer types require special dimming considerations. If your low voltage fixtures use ma...
- Why does my lamp buzz? [Article]
This is caused by the lamp filament vibrating as the dimmer rapidly switches the lamp on and off. Lamp buzz is generally noisiest at the mid-range (50%) dimming level. If this happens, we suggest usin...
- If there is no ground wire in my wallbox, what do I do with the dimmer ground wi... [Article]
First, confirm there is no ground wire by asking yourself the following questions: - Is the wallbox metal? If the answer is no, it's plastic, there should be a ground. - Is there a screw
- CAN I USE MY 3-WAY DIMMER IN A SINGLE-POLE APPLICATION? [Article]
Yes. Instruction should be provided both with the product once its purchased, and on the manufactures website.
- Why do Dimmers get warm? [Article]
During normal operation, solid-state dimmers generate heat. A solid-state dimmer is roughly 98% efficient-2% of the power is dissipated as heat, causing the dimmer to feel warm to the touch. The close...
- Vierti Dimmer Demonstration [Article]
Vierti Interactive Demon
- Which Dimmers Should I Select? [Article]
First, you must determine
the number of switches that control the light(s) you
- Why are some dimmer wires not copper colored? [Article]
Lutron dimmers use tinned copper wires on some of our products. These
wires are silver in color as a result of the tinning process. Tinned
copper wires are compatible with copper wiring and wire nut...
- Can I use a compact fluorescent light bulb with a dimmer switch? [Article]
To use a compact fluorescent bulb on a dimmer switch, you must buy a
bulb that's specifically made to work with dimmers (check the package).
We don't recommend using regular compact fluorescent bulb...
- Can I dim a 4 way circuit? [Article]
Yes, a 3 way dimmer will replace one of the 3 way switches. A 4 way
circuit can be dimmed from all switch locations by using a
Multi-Location dimmer and 2 Accessory Dimmers such as Maestro, Spacer,
...
- Can I Use A Standard 3-Way Switch With A Multi-Location Dimmer? [Article]
Multi-location dimmers do use standard 3-way wiring, but make use of
one wire for communications while the other carries the load current. A
3-way switch is not compatible with this.
- Why can't I mount my dimmer horizontally in my wall? [Article]
...d tested to be installed and operated
only in the mounting position (vertical) as indicated on the dimmer.
- Can you use a 3-way dimmer in a single-pole application? [Article]
If a product purchased as a 3-way control needs to be used in a
single-pole application, cap off one of the traveler wires with a wire
connector.
- Can Lutron dimmers be ganged? [Article]
When 2 or more dimmers are in the same wall box, they are considered
"ganged". To install ganged dimmers, simply remove the dimmer side
sections from the heat sink. The maximum wattage capacity for ...
- What is a Fin/Side Section Breakoff? [Article]
...ide of the mounting plate/fin designed to be removed to facilitate ganging. When removing fins on a dimmer derating occurs, reducing the amount of usable wattage.
- How Are Dimmers Connected To My Home’s Wiring? [Article]
... home’s
lighting fixtures in the same basic way a standard switch might. Some
systems use a dimmer panel, while others use smart dimmers that
directl
- What is a Electronic Low-Voltage Dimmer? [Article]
Electronic Low-Voltage dimmers are meant to be used with low-voltage lights that use an electronic transformer.
- What is a Magenetic Low-Voltage Dimmer? [Article]
Magnetic Low-Voltage dimmers are meant to be used with low-voltage lights that use a magnetic transformer.