Domestic Dimmer Switches

Matheous | 21:53 Fri 22nd Jun 2007 | How it Works

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Do these actually save power or absorb it when on 'dim'??

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Ethel

Modern dimmer switches do save electricity. The dimmer is a current regulator and not a resistor.

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Thanks Ethel- you never cease to amaze me !!

dalec

Hi-The main benefit of dimming is the life extension of the lamp life due to the reduced voltage. The lamp life can be extended by say 50% whhange.ich is useful if its a light which is difficult to

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I disagree dalec.

The main benefit of a dimmer is that I can get my daughter to go to sleep by turning her light down.

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