What has been the general experience of this dimmer-switch with LED lights?
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I installed this switch about one year ago. It is working fine. The previous (identical) switch lasted two years. I don't like the idea of replacing wall switches every two years. But, I like its small size and cool operating temp.
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It most likely won't dim LED bulbs as its for incandescent bulbs. If the LED bulb is dimmable you should try a lutron C.L dimmer, which is made for LEDs.
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Hi SH, I just installed the fan this weekend. I ended up replacing my original dimmer switch with a Lutron Fan/Light dimmer combined switch. It is a little pricey but works wonderful and gives much more control over the fan and lighting then the remote. I highly recommend it. Although the switch does not mention compatibility with LEDs, it does in fact work flawlessly with the LED in the fan. Lutron MA-LFQHW-WH Maestro Fan Control and Dimmer Kit, White
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I've got it controlling 2 fixtures, each with 2 LED bulbs (small ones, like oversized night light bulbs) and it works perfectly. No dimmer function for any kind of bulb... just on and off.
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I had never heard that. But recessed down-lighting is exactly what I'm using them for. They're working fine. I do have special dimmer switches made specifically for LED.
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I believe you are referring to: Lutron Diva Magnetic Low-Voltage Dimmer. Having wired home and built my own stereo from components I will say "YES". This leaves you the controller for changing colors. (just remember if it "does not come on" with the installed switch.....then someone...has turned the lights"off" from the remote.) AND: the remote may not respond while you are dimmed on the wall switch as you are also reducing the receiver on the led cable. It most likely WILL NOT respond when dimmed. I have a photo of what I did and will try to upload it after this is posted (No place for a photo here with this respond) I used poster putty to mount my controller on the wall against a door sill.
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Yes, it works just fine, I have all of these switches with led lights, the switch doesn't care what light it is controlling
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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.
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We just installed some with some dimmable switches in August. So far they are doing very well, but I can't speak on longevity yet.
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I have not had an opprotunity to try dimmable led bulbs. Let me know if the brightness is sufficient and if out works with the remote. Fran
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Yes it works with LED. One press turns light on/off. Press and hold dims the light.
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Not 100% on the LED light, as i have a normal bulb in mine, however, in my last house i believe i had the same switch and it did work. I believe it depends on teh bulb and not the controller, some LED cannot be dimmed.The switch itself, if you just press the button quickly, the light turns on and off instantly. If you press and hold the button, then the light dims.
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I wouldnt use it with LED. LED lights require different dimmers. Found that out the hard way. They use less power and requires a dimmer that can properly adjust to that. Im waiting for Lutron to release a LED Dimmer with Remote. Not sure what is taking them so long
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I had the same behavior on a 12 light candelabra. Your problem is likely not with the lights but with the switch. After doing some testing I discovered the problem was actually with the dimmer switch. Even when turned off there was still current being fed to across the circuit. Just enough to dimly illuminate the LED lights. I actually tried three different dimmer switches I purchased about the same time and all three had the same behavior. For now, I have replaced the dimmer switch with a regular single pole on/off switch and that did the took care of the problem, at least for now. I am looking for another dimmer switch product that can be used. I had the same behavior on a 12 light candelabra. Your problem is likely not with the lights but with the switch. After doing some testing I discovered the problem was actually with the dimmer switch. Even when turned off there was still current being fed to across the circuit. Just enough to dimly illuminate the LED lights. I actually tried three different dimmer switches I purchased about the same time and all three had the same behavior. For now, I have replaced the dimmer switch with a regular single pole on/off switch and that did the took care of the problem, at least for now. I am... » Read More I had the same behavior on a 12 light candelabra. Your problem is likely not with the lights but with the switch. After doing some testing I discovered the problem was actually with the dimmer switch. Even when turned off there was still current being fed to across the circuit. Just enough to dimly illuminate the LED lights. I actually tried three different dimmer switches I purchased about the same time and all three had the same behavior. For now, I have replaced the dimmer switch with a regular single pole on/off switch and that did the took care of the problem, at least for now. I am looking for another dimmer switch product that can be used. « Show Less
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I have never tried these with a dimmer but I do know that LEDs don't work with Dimmers
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I think I installed one of these: Lutron, Diva, C*L Dimmers for Dimmable CFL & LED Bulbs, DVCL-153P-WH. It is very quiet, but not completely silent.
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I'm using is on a bank of dimmable LED's and it is working fine (humms a bit though while dimmed).
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Don't know the technical details, but you won't have that problem with this one. You might even find it to be too much. I've read some people use light switch type dimmers to lower the power and I believe it.