Can I use this for a regular light switch?
604600
Very easily. The mechanical timer closes a set of contacts and when the timer returns to the "off" position the contacts are released.
178840
Only if you want to dim the bulb. If it's just going to come on and off then a regular switch will do. If you want to dim the bulb be careful to get a dimmer made for led bulbs as many dimmers don't work at such a low wattage.
1756837
Yes, you can use this bulb in place of a 'regular' screw-in incandescent or fluorescent bulb. It is a little larger than a regular bulb so may not fit in small fixtures. I put this bulb on my front porch, it's great - lights up at night when anyone approaches. No more fumbling for keys in the dark or wasting energy leaving lights on all night. I'm buying more.
2132904
Yes you can use the normal breaker and wall switch. Any that has a metal reflector and is rated for a 250 watt light(important so it won't melt).
47453
I don't see why it wouldn't. We plan to trade out the regular switch for a dimmer switch soon.
2034750
It is just a single pole switch, it could be wired through a jumper off one of the switches. It may end up confusing to the end user and would be a non_standard wiring, so you may have to check your local wiring code for legality. Short answer, yes. But as a licensed electrician I would tell you no, based simply on not knowing what your local code would allow. Remember only rig up something without code approval if you can afford the fines, and accept the risk.
1050053
I use this switch in my workshop with cheap shop lights. Those lights have two 40 Watt fluorescent lights and an ordinary ballast. The switch always works.
1033042
I suppose but there are other alternatives for that. This is designed for a fan light combo and has 5 wires to operate both fan and light. If you only need a timer switch any home center or hardware store should have that.
1754045
All by itself no. I can envision a way that you could purchase this switch and then convert a light fixture to a regular electrical outlet - and plug your TV in there, but it's a pretty roundabout way of doing things. I believe both online at a number of the big box home improvement stores I've seen where they sell this type of switch, where the motion sensor controls a standard electrical outlet, which is (already) directly built into the switch panel. If I were you, I would buy something like that instead, but overall - I would say that yes, there is a product that will do what you we're looking to do. Just not this one. All by itself no. I can envision a way that you could purchase this switch and then convert a light fixture to a regular electrical outlet - and plug your TV in there, but it's a pretty roundabout way of doing things. I believe both online at a number of the big box home improvement stores I've seen where they sell this type of switch, where the motion sensor controls a standard electrical outlet, which is (already) directly built into the switch panel. If I were you, I would buy something like that instead, but overall - I would say that yes, there is a product that will do what you we're... » Read More All by itself no. I can envision a way that you could purchase this switch and then convert a light fixture to a regular electrical outlet - and plug your TV in there, but it's a pretty roundabout way of doing things. I believe both online at a number of the big box home improvement stores I've seen where they sell this type of switch, where the motion sensor controls a standard electrical outlet, which is (already) directly built into the switch panel. If I were you, I would buy something like that instead, but overall - I would say that yes, there is a product that will do what you we're looking to do. Just not this one. « Show Less
982812
Yes. That is why I purchased a few of these switches. Keep in mind that there must be a neutral wire available in the switch box to connect to this switch.
1557275
It can be used on any switch but these lights are not that bright. You will need supplemental light if you are trying to read or do any work.
249711
No, only on a standard light switch. Old school type. Does work great. You could change out the flat switch.
617282
Yes. I don't use it that way but it's really just like one of those things you plug in to give you more outlets to a single plug-in with the option to switch it off. I love mine. I use it as an on/off switch for an antique lamp. Makes on/off as east as pie without having to install a switch on my Victorian lamp.
938196
I used a regular switch. I'm not sure why they "require" their own switch product.
507008
Should be able to. Only problem with the automatic switches sometimes is if the bulb were fluorescent, and these aren't fluorescent.
284199
Yes.Since you can't be sure of which switch controls that light, turn off the power at the fuse box for that circuit. Make certain that the power is off, then and only then proceed. If you have rubber gloves they will add a layer of protection when handling the tool.I am not an electrician so if you are not comfortable doing this, please do not attempt. That's the best advice I can give you. Please be safe!
1050868
The switch on this one can't be worked into a normal wall outlet. It is configured to be supported by a battery. There are similar switches out there that can be installed in standard wall fixtures and can even pull power from the switch box. This is not one of them.