Are there dimmable CFL bulbs? Dimmable CFL bulbs are available, and they can be dimmed down to about 20 percent of full light output without problems. These bulbs come in packaging that states their compatibility
Are there dimmable CFL bulbs?
Dimmable CFL bulbs are available, and they can be dimmed down to about 20 percent of full light output without problems. These bulbs come in packaging that states their compatibility with dimmers. Because dimming CFL bulbs are designed to work with dimmer switches, they will not harm the bulb or the dimmer switch.
What is the CFL equivalent to 40W?
Know your watts and lumens (light output)
| Incandescent | CFL | Lumens |
|---|---|---|
| 40W | 11-12W | >490 |
| 60W | 13-18W | >900 |
| 75W | 19-22W | >1,200 |
| 100W | 23-26W | >1,750 |
How many watts does a CFL bulb use?
Compact fluorescent bulb wattage ranges from 11 to 42 watts. They use 75% less energy than the equivalent incandescent bulbs, which range between 40 and 150 watts. Some of the most common CFL wattage equivalents are 13 watt CFL (equivalent to 60 watt incandescent) and 23 watt CFL (equivalent to 100 watt incandescent).
What is a 32 watt CFL equivalent to?
120w
32 Watt (120w equivalent) 32 watt compact fluorescent spirals or 42 watt spirals are excellent replacement for up to 150 watt incandescent bulbs.
What happens when you put a non-dimmable bulb on a dimmer switch?
If you install a non-dimming LED bulb in a circuit with a dimming switch, it will likely operate normally if the dimmer is at its 100% or fully on. Dimming the bulb, will likely cause erratic behavior such as flickering or buzzing and ultimately may cause damage to the bulb.
Can I use a 60 watt CFL in a 40 watt lamp?
Yes, you can use a compact fluorescent (CFL) bulb that produces more light as long as it doesn’t exceed the wattage recommended for the fixture. A CFL bulb that produces the same amount of light as a 60 watt incandescent bulb (900 lumens) only uses around 15 watts of electricity.
Which is brighter CFL or LED?
CFL’s or fluorescent light bulbs emit 60 lumens per watt. LED’s, however, are the most effective of all, with a whopping 72 lumens per watt. This means that for around 10 watts of power, an LED will be just as bright as a 60-watt bulb.
Can I replace a 4 pin CFL with LED?
This will save the headache of ordering a bulb that is not compatible with your existing ballasts. Most will be 4-pin electronic ballasts but if you have a 2-pin CFL it may have a magnetic ballast. Most 4-pin G24q LED PL lamps can replace any G24 base fluorescent but always check to confirm.
What happens if you use non-dimmable bulbs?
If you use non-dimmable LEDs on a dimmer, what happens? The bulb will not dim properly. The circuitry inside non-dimmable LEDs won’t be able to handle low or pulsing current levels and will eventually become damaged, because they are only designed to be either fully powered ON or off.