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Can you put a dimmer switch on LED recessed lights?
Well, the answer depends: Yes, LED lights work on a dimmer when: You have “dimmable” LED light bulbs. You use an LED compatible dimmer.
Can you put a switch on low voltage lighting?
yes you can put a regular switch on a low voltage wire.
Do you need special lights for a dimmer switch?
A modern dimmer switch switch functions the same way as if you turn a light ON and OFF really fast. These switches are designed to work with CFLs, Halogens, and Incandescent light bulbs. But the bulbs need to be of the latest technology and must have the feature of dimming to allow it to be used with a dimmer switch.
Can I use a 240v switch for 12v?
Yes you can as long of course within the amp rating of the switch. A standard light switch is rated around 6A which for 230v is about 1.4kw but with 12 volt that is only 72W.
Can you use a 120v dimmer switch for 12V?
Yes, you can use a 120v switch for a 12v application. The 120v is the max voltage rating of the switch, which states that it can handle voltages up to 120 volts. If you will be using the 120v switch in a 12v application this will not be a problem, as the 12 volts is well under the rating of the 120v switch.
What kind of dimmer do I need for 12V lights?
The Brilliance LED 12V AC Dimmer can operate inline with any of your low voltage wires. One scenario where the Brilliance AC Dimmer Switch works great is when you are only needing to dim a few lights on a large lighting system.
Can a dimmer switch be used with a halogen light bulb?
Any dimmer switch is compatible with incandescent or halogen light bulbs as the following conditions are met: The dimmer switch is rated for the same voltage as the lighting application. Use standard dimmers on 120 line voltage and low voltage dimmers for 12V and 24V applications.
Can a brilliance AC dimmer switch be used?
One scenario where the Brilliance AC Dimmer Switch works great is when you are only needing to dim a few lights on a large lighting system. In this case, what you would do is simply wire that particular section into a standard outlet box.
Why do you need a dimmer on a LED lamp?
LEDs are controlled through current. When a dimmer is used to control its light intensity, it also reduces the power being fed to the LED, resulting in less energy being used. Less energy used equals more money saved, and extended LED lamp life.