What is the correct dimmer for LED lights?

The type of dimmer switch and it’s minimum/maximum load range will indicate the compatibility with LED light bulbs. Trailing edge dimmers work best with LED light bulbs and leading-edge dimmers work best with traditional incandescent and halogen light bulbs.

Can you put a dimmer on LED?

A standard dimmer switch cannot be used with an LED light as you will never be able to dim the LED light either completely or not very well. LED lights need their own special electronic dimmer switch to have a fully functioning and dimming light.

Can you put a dimmer on 12V LED lights?

Dimmer Switches for LED Lights The dimmer is connected between the 12V power supply and the LED lights. All 12V LED Strip lights can be dimmed in this manner; there is no special requirement for the LED strip to be dimmable – they all are due to their inherent design.

Why do my LED lights flicker on a dimmer switch?

LED bulb flickering can be traced in almost every instance to a non-compatible dimmer switch in the lighting circuit. LED bulbs don’t have glowing filaments. When the dimmer switch goes off and on many times per second, the LED bulb becomes a flickering strobe light.

What wattage dimmer switch do I need?

If you’re installing a dimmer switch, keep in mind that each switch is rated to handle a maximum wattage. If you’re trying to dim six 100-watt lightbulbs, use a switch rated for at least 600 watts.

How do I choose an LED dimmer switch?

Choose a dimmer with a wattage rating that meets or exceeds the total wattage of all the light bulbs the dimmer will control. For example, if the dimmer controls a fixture with ten 75-watt bulbs, you need a dimmer rated for 750 watts or higher.

What happens if you dim a non dimmable LED?

So what happens if you use non-dimmable LEDs on a dimmer? Well, at best the bulb just won’t dim properly. But non-dimmable LEDs are only designed to be either fully powered ON or OFF, which means the circuitry inside won’t be able to handle low or pulsing current levels and will eventually become damaged.

Are all LED strip lights dimmable?

Almost all LED Strip is dimmable – if the input voltage is reduced then the LED will gently dim. Most dimming therefore has to take place on the low voltage side.