Specs say NOT dimmable, but when I tried one in a dimmable fixture, it dimmed. It dimmed in steps.Will it harm anything if I use them in a dimmer?
1286189
Since it is not designed to be dimmable, it is probably best not to use it with a dimmer.
1286190
I can't say for certain, but I experienced favorable behavior from my lights. I installed them in replacement of the halogen bulbs in my hocky puck looking light fixtures. At first, when I would dim them, they would sometimes flicker. That behavior changed over time (roughly a week or so) and now there is no flicker. I really do not know why the flicker went away, but at this point I am very happy with them. The uncertain part is that you will probably not find any documentation to describe what I am stating, so there may be some randomness in what you experience.
444126
Sorry, I don't know. I love the fixture but have it in the kitchen where I don't have a dimmer switch. I've had other fixtures hooked up to dimmers by an electrician and don't see any reason why this one couldn't be. Best to check with an electrician, though.
1311039
Usually dimmable refers to light bulbs. So if you put a dimmable light bulb into it, it should work.
542831
The other respondent appears to be wrong; or lucky. We ordered them and they don't work with the dimmer in our kitchen. Now that we have the box, can see that nothing indicates they would be dimmable. Work otherwise, just a warning to others who may not be sure...
1644071
You are not supposed to dim any CFLs that I know of. That's one advantage of LEDS. However, I have dimmed CFLs in the past, maybe I was just lucky but nothing happened other than they got dim. I try to avoid it though.
552893
If you buy the correct type of bulbs that are dimmable then you shouldn't have an issue. I have these set up with a single pole and 3 way switch dimmer with no issues.
1521157
Yes - these bulbs are inherently less bright than traditional bulbs (due to design) -- as you would expect, old light bulbs from many years ago don't produce as much light as current bulbs... having said that, there are no special requirements with regard to dimming - any incandescent dimmer will work with these bulbs as long as it is rated for the wattage (which virtually all dimmers are... only an issue if you put a bunch on one circuit) -- I love em... and I use a dimmer All the best - George
1128297
Should be able to use with current switch. I didn't use any "special" dimmer switch, and they have worked just fine. NOTE: I have had a larger percentage of these bulbs burn out too fast, maybe 10%.
2225748
They are not dimmable. Tried about 10 different dimmers. You may get lucky enough to have them dim about half way but they will make an unacceptable and annoying humming sound. Do not purchase if you need to dim them.
1142459
No. You can generally assume electronic light bulbs (such as CFL or LED) are not dimmable unless clearly marked as dimmable. The CFL item you are inquiring about is not made in a dimmable version. I hope this helps. Thank you, Kobe Lynn, Bulborama
1977138
I don't think so. I use mine in a regular floor lamp. In all the literature and specs that I researched for this and many other bulbs they always specify if they are dimmable. This one did not. Very happy with this product though and will be ordering several more as I only ordered the one to check put the quality and output.
224612
They flicker when you dim them. I wouldn't recommend it for dimming. Sorry. We bought in bulk for standard lighting but have dimmers on them but don't use it.
1521161
Yes - these bulbs are inherently less bright than traditional bulbs (due to design) -- as you would expect, old light bulbs from many years ago don't produce as much light as current bulbs... having said that, there are no special requirements with regard to dimming - any incandescent dimmer will work with these bulbs as long as it is rated for the wattage (which virtually all dimmers are... only an issue if you put a bunch on one circuit) -- I love em... and I use a dimmerAll the best - George
685660
They say you're not suppose to use either dimmers or timers on them. I use a timer and it works fine. I think the reason they say not to use dimmers is that the ballast in the base needs a full charge to activate. I beleive that I have seen that there are some CFL's that can use dimmers, but this particular brand does'nt recomend it.
2202919
I have used this dimmer on regular lighting and low voltage lighting. Never on a dimmable LED fixture. Buy the switch from a store that has a liberal return policy and try it out. Then of course let us know... Good luck!
968413
LED bulbs run on DC and come equipped with an AC converter. I don't think the converter would stand up too well on a dimmer, but if you can find LED bulbs that specifically say "dimmable", then go for it. The par 20's (LED) that I use in my kitchen specifically say "dimmable".
1806162
They are not made to be dimmable. They do dim but then burn out as a result of multiple dimming events.