when would I use a 1.25 amp dimmer switch and when a 5 amp dimmer switch?
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Amps are current drawn on a circuit 1.25 amp is equal to (Amps x Volts= Watts) so 1.25A x 120volts = 150 Watts is the max capacity of switch so for example u can put 3 of 45 watt bulbs = 135watts - it is less than 150 bcuz I wouldn't recommend going up to the limit of 150w- it's worth a try - although electrical devices are labeled at the max capacity where it may fail so if it may fail at 1.25A (150Watt) go a little under not to burn it up - btw: 5amp x 120v = 600Watts they make the 600w and up switches for incandescent rt now and LED type seem to go up to 1.25A (150W)
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That's referring to the load on the switch. Or number and size of lights. Usually I thought it was stated in watts, but can be converted.
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Amps are current drawn on a circuit 1.25 amp is equal to (Amps x Volts= Watts) so1.25A x 120volts = 150 Watts is the max capacity of switchso for example u can put 3 of 45 watt bulbs = 135watts - it is less than 150 bcuz I wouldn't recommend going up to the limit of 150w- it's worth a try - although electrical devices are labeled at the max capacity where it may fail so if it may fail at 1.25A (150Watt) go a little under not to burn it up - btw:5amp x 120v = 600Watts they make the 600w and up switches for incandescent rt now and LED type seem to go up to 1.25A (150W) Amps are current drawn on a circuit 1.25 amp is equal to (Amps x Volts= Watts) so1.25A x 120volts = 150 Watts is the max capacity of switchso for example u can put 3 of 45 watt bulbs = 135watts - it is less than 150 bcuz I wouldn't recommend going up to the limit of 150w- it's worth a try - although electrical devices are labeled at the max capacity where it may fail so if it may fail at 1.25A (150Watt) go a little under not to burn it up - btw:5amp x 120v = 600Watts they make the 600w and up switches for incandescent rt now and LED type seem to go up to... » Read More Amps are current drawn on a circuit 1.25 amp is equal to (Amps x Volts= Watts) so1.25A x 120volts = 150 Watts is the max capacity of switchso for example u can put 3 of 45 watt bulbs = 135watts - it is less than 150 bcuz I wouldn't recommend going up to the limit of 150w- it's worth a try - although electrical devices are labeled at the max capacity where it may fail so if it may fail at 1.25A (150Watt) go a little under not to burn it up - btw:5amp x 120v = 600Watts they make the 600w and up switches for incandescent rt now and LED type seem to go up to 1.25A (150W) « Show Less
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Sorry my previous answer was incorrect as I remember a new product that just might work, but your dimmer function might not be usuable. This LED unit is comparable to a 25watt light: https://www.1000bulbs.com/product/114212/LED-G92020E.html
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I think this should work just fine - but I bought 2 dimmers and only one worked. The voltage of your power module is in the range of the dimmer and the current draw is well under the 2 amp. maximum. I cut the connectors off and soldered the wires directly into the circuit and the one unit works well.
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If you use an incandescent bulb, I don't see why you couldn't use a dimmer switch. I don't know how a CFL or LED bulb would work with a dimmer. We really have enjoyed our light. Very pleased with it.
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While I have not used these with a dimmer switch, I see no reason why not. In effect the converter is just a conductor between the two different types of connectors.
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2 basic choices for dimming. You either need a 12 volt dimmer that goes after your power supply & before the led strip or, you have to buy a magnetic dimmable power supply and then buy a special magnetic dimmer switch(Lutron makes one). This power supply is more expensive & some hear more noise from them.
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my light switch was not a dimmer no. but neither was another fixture I purchased, and we switched out light switch and converted it to one no problem. just didn't try with this.
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I think that you will have to wire them parallel. Each light has it's own transformer built in. Make sure that your dimmer can carry the load. Take note, I have never done this, but I am an experienced electrician. I would try parallel.
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Is there a recommended dimmer switch that I can buy in Amazon itself ? Thanks in advance.
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I used normal 50 watt and I have them in a run of 9 on one 1000 watt dimmer... Not sure about led's.
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You do not want to use the dimmer type. The switch that does not have the dimmer should work fine.
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The dimmer switch won't work because the light have an inline convertor that controls the dimming. At least I don't think it would be recommended to use the dimmer switch with them.
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I have reg. bulbs with a dimmer on my lamp. My electrician said I would need a different dimmer switch to use with LED bulbs.
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I am using the previously installed dimmers meant to work with incandescent bulbs. The dimming range of LED bulbs is not as extensive as when using incandescent bulbs.
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i don't know. I put these bulbs into standard 110V fixtures wired with 24VAC low voltage landscape lighting. I didn't try using a dimmer.
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Romulo, I do not use it in a situation where I would need to dim it. These types of lamps use so little energy any standard switch should do . Returning to the dimming question, I suggest calling an electrical contractor.
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I don't know because it was never my intention to dim them. However all incandescent bulbs will work on a dimmer switch but at 7 watts I don't know how much control you would have. BTW this is a very nice product.