Dimming Led Or Cfl, Difficult, Not Impossible!
More On This Topic: Level 2 Electrical Newcastle Submitted by: Chris Horridge Depending on which type of light you want to dim, choosing a dimmer switch can go from being a fairly simple task to a very complicated one. If you are dimming halogen or incandescent lighting loads then this is straightforward as most will function perfectly well. However, dimming Compact Fluorescent Lamp (CFL) or Light Emitting Diode (LED) can be complicated as both the dimmer switch and the light must be compatible. LED in particular is the hardest as there are many different types available, all containing different types of dimming technology. Downlights Direct works closely with both lighting and switch manufacturers to provide the most up-to-date advice and pre-sales support. Leading Edge or Trailing Edge Dimmer? Leading edge and trailing edge are two different types of dimmer technology. Leading edge is the most popular because it is cheaper.…