Will my existing dimmer switches work for the new LED bulbs
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Di
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Have dimmer switches intstalled 7 years ago. I have 6 bulb fixtures with 50w Halogens
existing dimmer
5 answers
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Maybe... The catch with LEDS & why they now have LED compatible versions is due to the low voltage draw. If the lowest a dimmer allows out is 5w & the bulb only pulls that much you won't see a difference. In some cases I have heard the LEDS wouldn't even light up which had to d with the driver as I recall expecting X voltage. The only way to know is to simply test it out & see what happens Don't forget also that most LEDS won't change colors like a typical light will
SLS Construction & Building Solutions LLC
on Nov 12, 2015
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They may not be adaptable because of the age of your switches. It would be your best bet to speak to a qualified electrician.
Janet Pizaro
on Nov 12, 2015
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Thank you both for responding so quickly. We will go ahead and buy the bulbs and see what happens.
Di
on Nov 12, 2015
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Look for led dimmable bulbs.
LD
on Nov 13, 2015
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NO...... We had a dimmer installed,,,, not thinking about that same thing.. then purchased a new fixture 2 months later and were told,, either get a different fixture or get a new dimmer..I can say the new bulbs blow out really fast in old fixtures.. I replaced 15-20 bulbs in less than 6 months.. stopped the LED and compact flour. ones,, back to old fashioned incandescent haven't blown a bulb in 7 months since !
Wanda sinnema
on Jun 26, 2016
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