Will this LED driver operate correctly if connected to a circuit that is controlled by a mechanical dimmer (light) switch?
1751207
I agree with all previous answers (No) and here is why: Typical Wall Dimmers for incandescent lights such as those typically found in Dining Rooms or over counter areas work with "resistive" loads (the lights) that form part of the actually dimmer circuit (i.e., the nichrome wire in the lights appear totally resistive). But the Power Supply input does NOT appear resistive since it is a "Switching" type that takes the AC in, rectifies it, filters it which turns it into DC in stage 1, then "Chops" it (to make AC again) at a much higher frequency to work with more efficiently through toroidal transformers that step it down to the voltage needed where it is rectified again, filtered and output as 12 VDC or whatever voltage it was designed for. So the load is not resistive at all and appears either capacitive (most likely) or inductive depending on the actual input circuitry and the Dimmer will either simply turn it off or on at some certain point or it MAY EVEN DAMAGE the power supply. I did what Terry Cathey did and put a dimmer on the 12 Volt side. I added a double-sized switch box to hold the IP67 and I took the old wall dimmer out and replaced with with the 12 volt 8 Amp (96 watt) dimmer available on Amazon from several vendors. The only problem was that I had to go find a new double sized switch box cover.
1751208
I have a dimmer on one of the lines on the 12v side of the transformer which works fine. I don't know what would happen if you put a dimmer on the input (120v) side.
1751209
Generally, the best way to dim LEDs is using a magnetic type driver and a magnetic (vs. electronic) low voltage dimmer. This is just a dry type magnetic low voltage transformer with a rectifier to change the 12 or 24 volt AC output into the DC voltage that LEDs require. Also, be prepared for pretty crude dimming. Dimming of standard LEDs dims about half way compared to incandescent dimming, if it dims at all. Be sure the LEDs you are using are listed as "dimmable". Dimmable LED devices that are designed to work with electornic drivers generally require using electronic low voltage type dimmers. See Lutron ELV type, but make sure you have dimmable LEDs. Generally, the best way to dim LEDs is using a magnetic type driver and a magnetic (vs. electronic) low voltage dimmer. This is just a dry type magnetic low voltage transformer with a rectifier to change the 12 or 24 volt AC output into the DC voltage that LEDs require. Also, be prepared for pretty crude dimming. Dimming of standard LEDs dims about half way compared to incandescent dimming, if it dims at all. Be sure the LEDs you are using are listed as "dimmable". Dimmable LED devices that are designed to work with electornic drivers generally require using electronic low voltage... » Read More Generally, the best way to dim LEDs is using a magnetic type driver and a magnetic (vs. electronic) low voltage dimmer. This is just a dry type magnetic low voltage transformer with a rectifier to change the 12 or 24 volt AC output into the DC voltage that LEDs require. Also, be prepared for pretty crude dimming. Dimming of standard LEDs dims about half way compared to incandescent dimming, if it dims at all. Be sure the LEDs you are using are listed as "dimmable". Dimmable LED devices that are designed to work with electornic drivers generally require using electronic low voltage type dimmers. See Lutron ELV type, but make sure you have dimmable LEDs. « Show Less
1751210
NO I don't believe it will. You would have to control the lights from the output side, not the voltage in.
1284447
hello thank you fro the question and interest. Yes this will work on a dimmer switch and the color are darker when not lit
791720
The detailed specs list this as a "dimmable" item, so if you have a dimming switch installed, that should do the trick ...
1525542
yes...but the dimming feature will only work on LEDs that have that ability.
841311
The lamp needs to be powered up to be controlled by the dimmer...so if it is in full on mode, the dimmer will switch and control that..if the lamp is switched to medium then the dimmer will control that... It should work.
1705679
No problems....Its an on and off switch with no dimming so works with appliances/led/motors/etc.
2010898
Yes,You will need to connect to a dimmer installed at the wall switch. This will mean that every light on the circuit will be dimmed.
161725
Yes it works with LED. One press turns light on/off. Press and hold dims the light.
1418052
It works with my LED light, but I have noticed odd behavior when the dimmer is on lower settings. There is a momentary delay before the bulb emits light, and once the bulb is lit, it has a tendency to vary in brightness. I don't notice this with incandescent bulbs on the same switch. Full disclosure: I live in an old house so this may be a result of older wiring.
1133585
I agree with Dave. As long as you aren't trying to dim the LED. The receiver is just a remote switch and is not affected by the load unless it is greater than that specified by the receiver.
507004
Most likely. There may be some dusk/dawn controls that pass a small amount of current through the lamp, much the same way some electronic incandescent dimmers do, that don't work properly with CFL/LEDs. Not knowing what model the dusk/dawn control is, your best off trying it to see if it works. Only other concern would be whether your fixture has a shroud, and if the lamp will properly fit in it.
72478
No. The dimmer switch would need to be on a seperate circuit with the lights, different than the fan motor.
635934
I'm using the switch to control two sets of florescent lights with no trouble. It simply switches them on and off, there is no dimming function with the switch.
991777
This is a 12 volt. Switch, if your item is 12 VDC & drAws less than 2amps it should work. If your lite is more than the 2amps get a dimmer from electric outlet store. Van
2164537
as this is a remote not a scene controller it should be able to control the Dimmer, but it is not going to report scene info to Mi Casa Verde (that i know of) it will be a secondary controller on your network.
1680626
This is not a dimmable driver. You would need a 100w magnetic driver to dim the line or 120v side to get the output to change.
2202918
I don't know... what ever you do, you have to make sure you are feeding DC current to the strip of LED's. Since this dimmer is made for AC and not DC curernt, it may not work.