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Some fluorescent lamps (bulbs) can be dimmed, but they must be designed to be dimmable. The ballasts and electronics that drive the bulb have to be designed to work with a dimmer or they will not function properly and may overheat.
When dimming fluorescent bulbs, many can't be faded smoothly from full to zero. Some will only go to a minimum like 5-20%.
A dimmable compact fluorescent lamp will be labelled as being dimmble and can be connected to an ordinary dimmer. For tubes, the ballast has to be specailly designed to be dimmable.
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∙ 16y agoIncandescent can be used with a dimer switch. Flourscent lamps, unless designed to be dimmable, cannot due to the ballast needed.
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Why are two light bulbs in series with a D-cell dim?
They Are Dim Because the d-cell being used does not produce enough energy to light them both
What were light bulbs like in the 1930's?
They were very dim, bare, and clear. They burned out fast.
What happens if you add 2 light bulbs to a simple circuit?
A: There is no such a thing as simple circuit if the bulbs are put in series the light will dim if put in parallel both bulbs will light up the same provided the source can sustain the power increase
What is a word that begins with a q in genetics?
Q-banding: The pattern of bright and dim fluorescent crossbands seen on chromosomes under ultraviolet light after quinacrine mustard staining.
Energy savings light bulbs flickering and do not dim on dimmer switch?
you can not put a normal dimmer on a florescent light. You need to install a dimmer made for flourecent lights and they are expensive about 50 dollar around here. If you want to dim it put a normal incandescent bulb in the fixture.
Which circuit can decrease the fluorescent brightness to the minimum amount?
You need to purchase a Fluorescent dimmer switch, no circuit can dim the brightness of the light safely.
Why are two light bulbs in series with a D-cell dim?
They Are Dim Because the d-cell being used does not produce enough energy to light them both
Can tinted window film be attached safely to fluorescent ceiling light cover to dim light?
Yes, also you could try a lower wattage lamp that will still fit into the same fluorescent fixture.
What were light bulbs like in the 1930's?
They were very dim, bare, and clear. They burned out fast.
Why are two bulbs in a series with a D- cell dim?
They Are Dim Because the d-cell being used does not produce enough energy to light them both
Why are two bulbs in series with d-cell dim?
They Are Dim Because the d-cell being used does not produce enough energy to light them both
What happens if you add 2 light bulbs to a simple circuit?
A: There is no such a thing as simple circuit if the bulbs are put in series the light will dim if put in parallel both bulbs will light up the same provided the source can sustain the power increase
Dim fluorescent bulb?
No...
Why are two bulbs in series with a D-cell dim?
They Are Dim Because the d-cell being used does not produce enough energy to light them both
How could you soften the light in your bedroom?
Use pink light bulbs they will make you look prettier. Use blue light bulbs to make soft light. If you have a lamp, drape a scarf over it to dim the light. Install a dimmer switch to adjust the lighting.
Does a 3rd brake light on a Volvo s40 burn out or go dim?
All bulbs will dim over time and then eventually go out. See the Sources and Related Links section below to lookup light bulb info.
Why does an incandescent light bulb grow dimmer with use?
Over time, the heat produced causes the filament to grow thinner. This causes the light bulb to grow dim.
