Guide to dimming led
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Choosing the right LED lighting can make a huge difference in the appearance of a room. With dimmable lights, you can find the perfect brightness and colour temperature for the mood you want. dimmable, so choosing the right light source is the first step. All LED light bulbs must be clearly marked on the manufacturer's website as well as on the product packaging. If you're not sure where to start with dimmable LED lighting, the guide below will help you. give some answers.

If you are not sure where to start with dimmable LED lighting, the following guide will provide some answers.If you need more help, contact our friendly experts today.

  • Choosing the right dimmer switch

    Choosing the right dimmer switch

    There are two types of dimmer switches: leading-edge and trailing-edge dimmers. Some retrofit LED light bulbs and fittings have drivers that allow them to work with either type of dimmer switch. For up to date LED we recommend using a trailing-edge dimmer.

    Because modern dimmers require a higher minimum load (higher output). Today, LED technology has evolved to reduce the wattage of lightbulbs to save energy, which means they're unlikely to work on a leading-edge dimmer.

    Choosing the right dimmer switch
  • What gang do I need?

    What gang do I need?

    If you have more than one type of light in your rooms, you may need a dimmer switch with 2 or more groups. This allows you to control multiple fixtures from the same dimmer panel.

    For example, you will need a 2 gang dimmer switch for a kitchen with dimmable downlights as well as dimmable pendant lighting over an island. One switch could independently dim the spotlights while the other switch will dim the pendants. If using a dimmer switch with 2 gangs or more, make sure all bulbs in the fixture are dimmable to avoid failing or flickering.

    What gang do I need?
  • What are minimum and maximum loads?

    What are the minimum and maximum loads?

    Dimmer switches require a minimum electrical load that must be met for both the dimmer switch and bulb to function without problems such as flickering. For example, a dimmer switch with a minimum load of 20 watts must have bulbs that add or exceed 20 watts when installed together for the system to work. Anything that adds less than 20 watts may flicker, or not dim at all.

    The maximum load is the opposite.The total wattage must not exceed the total listed on the bulbs and lights in order to function.If you use LEDs in your dimmer you may need to calculate the maximum load so you don't exceed it.

    To calculate the maximum load for LED dimmers, divide the specified maximum load by 10. For example, a 500-watt dimmer switch should not be connected to more than 50 watts of LED lamps, ten 5 watt lamps on this occasion would.

    What are minimum and maximum loads?