Re: X10 dimmer modules and CF lamps

["BruceR" <br@xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx>]

Here's what you need:

Single-Pole (One Location) Switch (6291) Leviton ? Equipped with
Intellisense (gated automatic gain control) and provides manual and
remote ON/OFF control. Can be set to any of 256 DHC address codes to
switch incandescent, inductive or resistive loads where dimming is not
required. Responds to ON, OFF, ALL LIGHTS ON/ALL OFF commands. Wires
easily into standard wall box using terminal screws. Neutral Connection
Required. Pilot light is ON when switch is ON. Code wheels are located
beneath rocker plate. Packed with Ivory and White Rocker and Frame. Kits
for other colors must be purchased separately.
Rated: 15A 120V AC 60Hz Incandescent, Inductive or Resistive.

I have a case of these that I never used that are brand new in the box.
These normally sell for about $28 but I'll sell what I have for $19 each
delivered.


 Joerg wrote:
> Hello Bruce,
>
>
>> There are specific CFL's that are dimmable and that feature will be
>> on the package. ...
>
>
> Probably just the expensive ones. At Lowes and HD they all said not to
> be dimmable. It would be ok if they weren't dimmable but if the
> situation remained safe if someone accidentally did. Most CFLs drop
> into a fast pulsing when dimmed but the packages don't say whether or
> not something catastrophic could result if left in that mode.
>
>
>> ... However, if you use small CFL's outside you shouldn't need
>> to dim them and could use the Relay wall switches.
>>
>
> Thanks, got to look for those. When I installed X10 here about 5 years
> ago there were only wall outlets with relays and that meant no
> internal switch. Anything for lamps had triac control and dimming.