answersLogoWhite

0

Are all halogen bulbs dimmable

Updated: 8/10/2023
User Avatar

Wiki User

10y ago

Best Answer

Since Fluorescent lights us a ballast to fluoresce the Mercury vapor in this type of bulb the ballast requires a modified multiple voltage arrangement. Usual florescent lights only have one voltage being 110-115 volts. Unless it is a special bulb which would state 3-way and is not truly dimmable it would just use different voltage levels to the ballast and different wattages to different internal bulbs these are very rare and hard to find.

User Avatar

Wiki User

15y ago
This answer is:
User Avatar
More answers
User Avatar

Wiki User

11y ago

usually yes

led are diodes and are in series to run from more than 2v

usually a resistor in series to limit current

if there is more than one string it is standard practice to balance the polarity

the dimmer will see a resistive load

CFL use a capacitor charged thru a diode

the dimmables have a resistive load and a voltage doubler

incandescents are a resistive load always works

old florescents are inductive will work with florescent rated dimmers

ive tried touch lamps with dimmable cfls havent been able to make anything work yet

should all work together in a few decades

disk cylinder

78 45 33

reel 4track 8track cassette

vhs /betamax

hddvd /blue ray

wait a bit ppl dont accept products that dont work together

someone should explain this to Bill Gates maybe the windows phone will bring the light

This answer is:
User Avatar

User Avatar

Wiki User

10y ago

It depends on the LED lights used, but generally you can. That is an advantage over CFL bulbs. Some LED lights used for replacing incandescent bulbs may include circuitry that makes them incompatible with dimmers, but most should work with dimmers.

This answer is:
User Avatar

User Avatar

Wiki User

16y ago

my alarm clock has a dimmer switch for its LED display my alarm clock has a dimmer switch for its LED display

This answer is:
User Avatar

User Avatar

Wiki User

9y ago

Yes, if the LED bulbs are dimmable and you use a dimmer made especially for LED's

This answer is:
User Avatar

User Avatar

Wiki User

8y ago

yea

This answer is:
User Avatar

Add your answer:

Earn +20 pts
Q: Are all halogen bulbs dimmable
Write your answer...
Submit
Still have questions?
magnify glass
imp
Related questions

What are the benefits of using halogen bulbs?

"Halogen bulbs have a longer life and better illumination than incandescent bulbs. They are compact in size, and dimmable unlike flourescent bulbs. Halogen IR (infrared) bulbs use less electricity, also."


Are led light bulbs dimmable?

Yes. There are some LED light bulbs that are dimmable.


How much energy does a tungsten halogen bulb use?

Halogen bulbs come in various ratings, as do all bulbs.


Where can one shop for dimmable CFL bulbs?

One can find and purchase dimmable CFL bulbs in stores such as Home Depot and Walmart. One can also purchase it online at Amazon, Buy Lighting and eBay.


Is there a dimmable CFL bulb that can be used with an electronic dimmer?

Compact fluorescent bulbs used to be all or nothing. They couldn't be dimmed. Most cfl lamps (bulbs) are this kind. However, special cfl bulbs are now being marketed, at a higher price, that can be dimmed by a normal dimmer switch previously used for incandescent bulbs. However, not all dimmer switches work with these newer dimmable cfl lamps.


How can you find out if your 12 volt transformer for halogen lighting is dimmable?

Look at it and find its weight. If it is heavy it contains a transformer and is dimmable. If it is very light and obviously contains no transformer, it can't be dimmed.


Do you need a headlight kit for your halogen headlights?

Halogen headlamps must use halogen bulbs. "HID kits" are widely available, but they are (all) unsafe and illegal.


What happens if you use dimmable CFL bulbs on non dimmer switches?

Nothing . . . obviously.


How does a xenon bulb compare to halogen?

Xenon bulbs give off whiter light than Halogen bulbs, which give off a more yellow tint. Also, Halogen bulbs give off more heat than Xenon bulbs.


What track lighting models use CFL bulbs?

All track lighting models can use CFL bulbs. The important thing is that you get the correct CFL bulb as you must get the CFL bulbs that are designed for base up use like you find in track lights, pendant lights and recessed lighting. If the track lights are dimmable you also want to be sure to get a dimmable CFL bulb.


What is the difference between halogen and incandescent bulbs?

Halogen light bulbs are what has been around for a very long time. Incandescent bulbs are new and are more energy efficient.


Are halogen light bulbs toxic?

Yes