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Socket and Switch Sizes - Single 86mm x 86mm, Twin 145mm x 86mm
These sockets and switches have an expected standard delivery time of between 2 to 4 working days.
What is a Intelligent Dimmer?
Our intelligent Dimmer range takes some of the mystery out of choosing the correct dimmer. These leading edge intelligent dimmers will adapt to the type of load put through them. This means that they will operate standard incandescent lamps as well as mains halogen lamps and low voltage halogen lamps. If you require LED lamps to be dimmed please refer to our LED Dimmer section.
Leading edge dimmers are compatible with resistive or inductive loads and are able to reduce the load by shortening the A/C cycle at the leading edge of the input waveform, hence the term ‘Leading Edge’.
Leading edge dimmers are the most commonly used to dim incandescent and mains voltage halogen light bulbs and capsules. All dimmers are rated by wattage and leading edge dimmers are no exception. They are commonly available in 250w, 400w, 600w and 1000w modules. It is important to note that they also have a minimum load requirement of 25w, 40w, 100w and 150w respectively.
These wattages must always be adhered to and in the case of halogen lamps and capsules must be over-rated by at least 25%. GU10, G9 and GZ10 halogen lamps and capsules tend to arc in the latter part of their life. This is not dangerous in any way and is a characteristic of halogen lamps. This arcing creates an additional load on the dimmer and can overload the module resulting in excess heat and premature failure. The first indication of this happening is an increase in noise, often heard as a buzz from the dimmer switch.
It is important to note that all quality branded halogen capsules incorporate a fused link to protect the circuit in case of a short within the lamp. Non-branded cheap generic halogen lamps do not have this function and should be avoided.
Never use a dimmer module that is not rated higher than the total load applied to it.
We recommend 25mm deep wall boxes for mounting our intelligent dimmer switches or 35mm deep wall boxes for shallow or flat plate ranges.
If you require any advice or assistance please call our sales team on 01926 289 289.
Customer Reviews For Classical Black Intelligent Dimmer
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Great Finish (Pewter)
29 September 2022 by N Grewell, Birmingham - Verified Customer
spot on for my client in the unusual dark pewter finish. This was exactly what i was searching foir
Cool Switches
28 May 2021 by Winston Berkley, Chichester - Verified Customer
Got to say these black switches are incredibly good value and they look fab. Delivery was next day too so this was all in all a first class transaction.
07 December 2020 by Cvc Components Ltd, Latchingdon, Chelmsford - Verified Customer
Nice Finish
08 October 2020 by Bruce Walsh, Weshpool - Verified Customer
Black Graphite is a very nice finish. Exactly what I was looking for. This website seems to have everything well done.
Great Value For Money
20 August 2020 by Dan Walsh, Dundee - Verified Customer
Plain & simple and great value.
So Good Ive Bought 2 Lots
17 January 2020 by Sue Clarke, Welshpool - Verified Customer
Look really good fitted in my kitchen so I bought more for the rest of the house.
Good Value
15 November 2019 by Gary Travis, Trowbridge - Verified Customer
Look good fitted - good value.
Very Impressed
01 July 2019 by Nick Bathgate Design, Oxford - Verified Customer
Look great fitted. I had the Black versions and the finish looks good. Very impressed.
Very Happy With Purchase
15 March 2019 by Ken Harris Electrician, Norwich - Verified Customer
Couldnt be happier. Nice items and good quality. Highly recommend this style. Easy to fit.
Impressive Finish
20 February 2019 by Alliash Kworish, Hampstead - Verified Customer
Graphite Black with Natural flecks of gold - stunning when fitted. 10/10
Perfect For What I Need
04 November 2018 by E Capulet, London - Verified Customer
As Above
LOok Nice
06 May 2018 by Derek Evans, Swanage - Verified Customer
Bought five to sort out kitchen. All look very nice
Intelligent Dimmers are available in the following styles -
Antique Edge , Art Deco , Art Deco Classic , Art Deco Dual , Art Deco Screwless , Art Deco Supreme , Black , Burnished Flat , Classic , Classical , Classical Aged , Contemporary Screwless , Crystal Clear , Dorchester , Duo , Duo Premier , Duo Premier Plus , Edwardian Classic , Edwardian Elite , Edwardian Premier Plus , Elegance , Elegance Elite , Elite Flat , Elite Paintable , Elite Square Paintable , Executive , Executive Square , Farrow & Ball Colour Match , Flat , Flat Classic , Flat Matt , Flat Vintage , Flat Wood Veneer , Flatplate Supreme , Georgian , Georgian Flat , Georgian Premier , Georgian Premier Plus , Grandura , Granite Stone , Hand Forged , Heritage Flat , Jacobean Dark Oak , Jacobean Light Oak , Jacobean Medium Oak , Low Profile , Low Profile Rounded , Natural Elements , Palladian , Pure White , Regency Premier Plus , Regent , Screwless Aged , Screwless Paintable , Screwless Square , Screwless Supreme , Seamless , Seamless Colour Match , Seamless Square , Ultra Square , Victorian , Victorian Premier , Victorian Premier Plus , Vogue & Warwick
