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Can you put an AC dimmer switch on a low voltage 12 volt halogen light fixture?
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∙ 9y ago
Although a dimmer can be designed for 12 v halogen lamps it is more common for dimmers to work on higher voltages. Dimmers have to work into a resistive load so it is not usually possible to place the dimmer on the high-voltage side of the 12 v transformer that comes with the lights.
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∙ 9y ago
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∙ 9y agoNo, the dimmer switch needs 120 volts to operate the electronic components inside of it. The "hot" that the dimmer operates on is also the same potential that goes to the load on the red wire.
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Can you put a dimmer switch on a combination of halogen and incandescent fixtures?
Halogen is a type of incandescent fixture so yes.
Can you put a dimmer switch rheostat on a halogen light fixture?
In most cases, it is possible to install a dimmer switch or rheostat on a halogen light fixture. However, it is important to ensure that the dimmer is compatible with the specific type of halogen bulbs being used. Some halogen bulbs require a specific type of dimmer switch, so it is advisable to consult with the manufacturer or an electrician to ensure compatibility and safety.
Is it normal for a 3-way dimmer to reduce the maximum brightness of a halogen light fixture?
Not really. This usually occurs when the dimmer switch is incompatible with the type of lamp being used or is going bad. If you've recently replaced the switch then check to see if the switch you used is suitable for use with halogen lamps. Halogen lamps draw more current than nomal incandescent lamps and if your switch was not made for use with this type of lamp you are creating an unsafe condition and a potential fire hazzard.
How do you wire a 220 volts light?
The light is wired the same as any voltage fixture. Bring the source voltage to the fixture and connect it to the two fixture wires. If you want to control the off-on of the fixture take the source voltage to a switch first and then out of the switch to the light fixture.
What is the noise emanating from a dimmer switch?
All dimmer switches hum. The older they get, the louder the hum. If you have compact florescent bulbs in the fixture, this will cause the switch to hum louder.
Can you put a dimmer switch on a combination of halogen and incandescent fixtures?
Halogen is a type of incandescent fixture so yes.
Can you put a dimmer switch rheostat on a halogen light fixture?
In most cases, it is possible to install a dimmer switch or rheostat on a halogen light fixture. However, it is important to ensure that the dimmer is compatible with the specific type of halogen bulbs being used. Some halogen bulbs require a specific type of dimmer switch, so it is advisable to consult with the manufacturer or an electrician to ensure compatibility and safety.
Why did your halogen lamp stop working when plugged into a dimmer switch on a cord?
It was not designed to be used with a dimmer switch. You must have a halogen designed for use with a dimmer or it will not work.
Are halogen lights able to be put on a dimmer switch?
Yes. There are various types of dimmers. Look for the halogen dimmer in your favorite search engine.
Is it normal for a 3-way dimmer to reduce the maximum brightness of a halogen light fixture?
Not really. This usually occurs when the dimmer switch is incompatible with the type of lamp being used or is going bad. If you've recently replaced the switch then check to see if the switch you used is suitable for use with halogen lamps. Halogen lamps draw more current than nomal incandescent lamps and if your switch was not made for use with this type of lamp you are creating an unsafe condition and a potential fire hazzard.
What is the type of lamp uses with dimmer switch?
You cannot use most fluorescent lights with a dimmer. Just about any incandescent bulb WILL work with a dimmer. Occasionally, when a halogen bulb burns out, it will destroy a dimmer switch but halogen bulbs are considered incandescent and other than that little problem they work well with a dimmer.
What kind of light switch do you need for a room with Halo 4 low voltage halogen light fixtures that you want to be able to dim?
Use a standard incandescent dimmer
How do you wire a 220 volts light?
The light is wired the same as any voltage fixture. Bring the source voltage to the fixture and connect it to the two fixture wires. If you want to control the off-on of the fixture take the source voltage to a switch first and then out of the switch to the light fixture.
What is the definition of a dimmer switch?
A switch that regulates voltage to something.
Can you control a ceiling fan with a dimmer switch that controls a light fixture?
not orden araly
What is the noise emanating from a dimmer switch?
All dimmer switches hum. The older they get, the louder the hum. If you have compact florescent bulbs in the fixture, this will cause the switch to hum louder.
What type of dimmer switch should be used for a fluorescent under cabinet strip lighting?
It depends on the fixture. Some fluorescent bulbs won't work at all with a dimmer. The safest thing to do is to contact the fixture's manufacturer.
