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Socket and Switch Sizes - Single 87mm x 87mm, Twin 147mm x 87mm
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.
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05 April 2021 by Steph, Hove - Verified Customer
Much better looking solution to having dimmers and light switches on one switch. Just have to remember which switch is which! :)
21 October 2020 by Sharon, London - Verified Customer
Brushed Chrome Matches Lightwave Items Perfectly
16 October 2020 by Ben Sutherland, Birmingham - Verified Customer
I bought to go with the Lightwave Smart range and these were the perfect match - Lightwave recommended this company and they didnt disapoint.
All Fine
13 July 2020 by Beatrice Parris, Oxted - Verified Customer
Value for money no doubt. Fine and dandy and very happy with my purchase and they look so good installed at home.
Great Love Them
06 May 2020 by Bonnie Green, London - Verified Customer
Totally useful esp with all the kids gadgets
Very Nice
26 July 2019 by Lewis Topham, Bedford - Verified Customer
I purchased High Gloss White and they look great. Almost like piano key white which was exactly what I was after. Good service too.
Perfect Match For Lightwave Smart Switches
04 July 2019 by Jas Singh, Birmingham - Verified Customer
These are a perfect match for my Lightwave Smart Switches & Sockets. Very pleased to find them.
Very Pleased
21 June 2019 by Matthew Barker, Birmingham - Verified Customer
These look very nice fitted. They look more expensive than the price paid - I couldn't be happier.
All Good With These Sockets
24 May 2019 by Jason Marks, Colchester - Verified Customer
No problems. The covers clip on well and look very slick and slim when on the wall. Good value.
Good Value - Perfectly Smooth Look
21 May 2019 by Jamie Corr, Stratford - Verified Customer
Very pleased with my purchase of Screwless Switches. Very good value and the cover clip on easily and stay on!
Good Value For A Quality Product
01 May 2019 by Julian Worbouys, Newcastle - Verified Customer
I was surprised how good these were considering the price. Very impressed and they fit very well with no screws showing.
Recommended
26 February 2019 by Lynn S, Wallsend - Verified Customer
We are absolutely delighted with the Toothbrush charger. Delivery was so quick and packaging excellent. Very good value for money and I highly recommend. Thank you for an excellent service.
Polished Chrome
23 February 2019 by Bob Wordsworth Electrician, Watford - Verified Customer
No screws visible gives nice clean lines. Also bought the toothbrush charger to match which was a masterstroke and such a good idea. Not seen them before so Im glad I stumbled across them here. The whole range matches and was easy to fit.
Slick Look
22 February 2019 by K Cramer, London - Verified Customer
These Black switches look really smooth and slick. Also added to by having no screws showing.
Great Idea
22 January 2019 by P Hudson, Aylesbury - Verified Customer
What A Great Idea - This Replaced My Shaver Socket That I No Longer Used. This Has Tidied Up My Bathroom With No More Trailing Cables.
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