Can someone comment on using these dimmer switches with CFL and/or LED bulbs? Will it work ok for non-dimmable CFL as well?
357003
Hard to answer. I had one brand that would dim fine. Another flickered and flashed even when not dimming. The only thing you can do is buy one switch and try it or look for a compatibility guide on the Internet.
357004
No. A non-dimmable bulb no matter if it's LED or CFL is still non-dimmable. To control a non-dimmable bulb with a wall switch use INSTEON ToggleLinc Relay model 2466S
357005
They will turn them on and off, but dimming is not really an option. You do have to read the instructions and set the "local on level" to full on/full off, otherwise they will flicker.
1283075
There are LED bulbs that will work with standard dimming switches. As there is no specific claim that this switch can control LED light levels, I would search for the LED bulbs that claim they can be controlled with a standard dimmer. There is a great write up from CNET on the 5 things you should know about LED lighting. I hope this helped.
453096
Typically you can always use a dimmer on a halogen bulb. Not on CFL bulbs. This plugs into the wall, so if you add a dimmer it should work fine.
298149
It works with incandescents and LEDs. It will also work perfectly with fluorescent bulbs if they are "dimable" bulbs. If you try to dim any non-dimable fluorescent, they tend to flicker a lot. (Please note that some LED bulbs will flicker a tiny amount at very dimmed settings.) Overall I am very happy with this dimmer. It installed very easily and functions perfectly.
943831
I would check the Lutron website, they have a long list of dimmable CFLs and LEDs that are fully compatible with this dimmer. The customer support line is also very helpful.
1116180
Yes it can be used with a dimmer switch I just installed one. You must separately purchase a GU24 Dim-able bulb (Lowes sells them) and make sure your dimmer switch is CFL compatible. If you've ever installed in house lighting fixtures before this one is no different, its very easy.
635933
Yes it will work very well with both LED and CFL lights.......I've had both but currently using LEDs.
1791869
I only use chandelier bulbs, the old kind. Besides we have that light on a dimmer switch and CFL bulbs don't work on dimmers. The shades have two wire loops inside that slide onto the bulbs. I doubt they would fit CFLs.
1299433
I believe so. I am using it for CFL (fluorescent) lights. Since this is not a dimmer, it works fine with non-dimmable lights. It is especially handy when you use the companion switch that lets you add other switches with no wiring. I control 2 outside floods with these switches in a closet where I was able to get to the wiring, and placed companion switches in the kitchen. Looks like a normal rocker switch (sort of) but needed no wiring in the walls in the kitchen. A little expensive, but great for adding switches. Hope that helps. -Herschel
1128297
Should be able to use with current switch. I didn't use any "special" dimmer switch, and they have worked just fine. NOTE: I have had a larger percentage of these bulbs burn out too fast, maybe 10%.
287438
If you have an older dimmer switch, do not use these bulbs. CFLs require a newer 3-way dimmer switch. I had to pay an electrician $60 to learn this :)
1614756
I've used it with CFL bulbs. It only turns them off and on. There is no longer a dimmer function though.
546695
I am using the bulbs, but not in a dimming application. I do know (from previous experience), that you should use a dimmer that says it will work with LEDs.
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It's just a standard CFL bulb and not marked as dimmable. If you mean 3-way bulb, no, they are also not. I expect them to burn out if installed in dimmer circuits. Search "CFL dimmable" and you can find options.
200925
Jonathan, it's dangerous to use non-dimmable CFs on a dimmer switch. The ballast could catch fire and the bulb will wear out quicker.
101164
My experience with using Z-wave dimmable switches with LEDs has not been good. The simple Z-wave "on-off" switch will work just fine. I have tried using the dimmable switch with a single LED light, a chandelier with "small base" LED bulbs, a bank of 5 LED "can lights" in a ceiling. All of these applications failed and eventually, the switches themselves failed. My most recent attempt failed two weeks ago.
1299434
I believe so. I am using it for CFL (fluorescent) lights. Since this is not a dimmer, it works fine with non-dimmable lights. It is especially handy when you use the companion switch that lets you add other switches with no wiring. I control 2 outside floods with these switches in a closet where I was able to get to the wiring, and placed companion switches in the kitchen. Looks like a normal rocker switch (sort of) but needed no wiring in the walls in the kitchen. A little expensive, but great for adding switches.Hope that helps.-Herschel