Lutron TG-600PH-WH Toggler 600W Preset Dimmer White [Tools & Hardware] List Price: $19.00 Sale Price: $5.50 Average Rating:

Description

On Off switch plus slide dimmer. Adjust lighting level with mini slide dimmer, separate control for On Off. Gloss finish. Single pole, 120V 600W. RFI filtering prevents hum, for incandescent lights only. UL listed. No. TG 600PH IV: Ivory No. TG 600PH WH:

Features

• Matches existing traditional toggle style switches
• Toggle-style switch returns light to your favorite level
• Dim the lights just 50% to save 40% electricity and extend bulb life 10 times
• Coordinating Fassada wallplates and accessories available separately, including new stainless steel
• Installs in as little as 15 minutes - just like a standard switch

Reviews

Lutron seems to do the best job when it comes to dimmers. They usually work for years, with the occasional one that needs replacing. All in all, can't complain - we have Lutron switches all over the house.

Good for the price, easy to install. Three issues you should know before buying: Unlike other dimmers by this company, I cannot dim the lights way way down to nearly off, which I like for night light use. Second: the switch, the part you actually touch to turn the light on and off, is narrower than you are used to, because the small slider is next to the switch and both must fit through the rectangle in the strike plate. So it doesn't feel as nice as other switches. Third, the wall plate is not included, so the picture is misleading, although this is revealed in product description. But I didn't realize, and now I have a white switch with the old beige strike plate, and wall plates do not ship directly from amazon. So not quite the bargain I expected.

When I got this I thought the dimmer slide would be too small but it has actually worked out well. It looks at first glance like a standard toggle light switch. The dimmer slide is not very noticable. Its not difficult to change the light intensity when needed and after that just toggle the light on or off. Excellent workmanship and materials and hooking it up was easy. All Lutron dimmers are of good quality, just choose the model and features you want. This is my second Lutron dimmer, the other one is a rotary dimmer. I wanted one that can be used with my existing faceplate and this one is fine. I would recommend Lutron dimmers.

A well made product that looks just like a switch, and retains the dimming setting. The analog slider responds rapidly, unlike the electronic models.

Lutron D-603PGH-DK Rotary eco-dim 600-Watt Dimmer List Price: $17.00 Sale Price: $10.00

Description

3 Way, 600W, White & Ivory, 2 Knob Dimmer, Single & 3-Way Applications, Eco Dim Rotary, Push, Without Wall Plate, UL Listed, Clamshell Pack.

Features

• Save at least 15% energy instantly every time you use your lights
• Dim the lights just 25% to save 20% electricity and extend bulb life 4 times
• Extend bulb life 3x as compared to a standard switch
• Same sleek features as standard Rotary dimmer, while saving more energy
• Works in both single pole and 3-way applications

Leviton IPI10-1LZ IllumaTech 1000-Watt 120-Volt AC Incandescent Dimmer with LED Locator, White, Ivory and Light Almond List Price: $46.66 Sale Price: $40.02 Average Rating:

Description

1000W, 120 Volt AC 60Hz, Single-Pole & 3-Way, IllumaTech Preset Electro-Mechanical Incandescent Slide Dimmer, LED Locator Light - White Ivory Light Almond Incl White, Ivory and Light Almond Color Kit, UPC: 07847728207

Features

• Fluid slide movement allows fine adjustment of light level with minimum effort
• Captive wrap-around slide bar remains securely attached
• Easy to use push button switch with conveniently positioned green LED locator
• Provides single pole and multi-location lighting control when used with a 3-way switch
• Streamlined popular Decora styling complements interiors and is compatible with other Decora devices

Reviews

This is a good solid product that easily handles my 4 can style flood lights. (the dimmer I replaced got hot when the lights were all the way on.) The green LED is nice for finding the switch when the lights are off. They were HALF the price of what my local hardware store chain wanted to charge me.

X10 WS467 Remote Control Light Dimmer Switch List Price: $12.99 Sale Price: $12.00 Average Rating:

Description

Expanding your X10 system to include wired-in lights is a snap with these easy-to-use X10 light switches. Simply connect two wires and youre all set. Youll be able to control lights directly from the switch as well as remotely. The wall switch will respond to the ALL LIGHTS ON/ALL UNITS OFF command, and you can dim the light from any X10 transmitter with DIM/BRIGHT control. Trim plates sold separately. The X10 wall switch can only be used with incandescent lights. All X10 compatible 2-wire dimmer switches and modules rely on the conduction path through the incandescent bulb filament and will not work properly with other loads.

Features

• Controls lights using X10 controller
• Dimming feature allows proper lighting

Reviews

I can really use this product & will possibly want to order more. Very happy with the time in which it arrived.

It was and is exactly what I wanted. Able to replace my old one with great results.

The X10 remote control light dimmer switch I ordered did not work correctly. The light, at full illumination with the X10 switch was much dimmer than the light used with a standard switch. Since it would cost me as much, or more, to pay to return the item for repair than I paid for it originally, I put a standard switch in and called it a day.

The idea is great. When I first put them in (3) they worked great then two of them started coming on by them selves. When I did a little checking on line it would seem this is quite common. So far I have only had problems with this type of switch, so I am thinking of changing them to the XPS3 which requires a neutral wire, but it seems to be a more heavy duty & reliable switch.

X10 WS467 Remote Control Light Dimmer Switch What a great way to control the lights and small appliances all around the home, we have used the x10 system for twenty years and well are satisfied. The X10 light and appliance remote control(wireless) system works very well for controlling appliances i.e. a fan, coffee maker, etc and dimming or turning on/off lights on a timer or with a wireless remote control.

Lutron TT-300NLH-BL Credenza Lamp Dimmer Black List Price: $19.00 Sale Price: $13.99 Average Rating:

Description

The LutronTT-300NLH-BL is a Plug In Lamp Dimmer with Night Light in the Black Finish. This light fixture is from the Collection and is Underwriters Laboratories (UL) Approved for Indoor Locations.

Features

• Immediate dimming for your table and floor lamps
• LED locator light helps you find dimmer in the dark
• Slide on/off; select light level with slider
• For use in 300W application
• 6-Feet cord for flexible placement

Reviews

My husband installed new light switches for the ceiling fan he installed in the baby's room. That meant that the lamp hooked up to the wall switch was gone and so was the dimmer switch! I had to improvise and bought this dimmer. Works just as good as everyone said it would in the reviews. I'm quite pleased. It's so easy to use!!! I'd recommend it to anyone, especially new parents.

This doesn't seem to work with cfl lightbulbs, and I decided not to go back to the environmentally unfriendly bulbs just to have a dimmer. It would have been great in the nursery, so I am disappointed and will return them. The cord wasn't long enough for our situation either, but most houses have more plugs that ours does. Oh well.

Like others here, we were compelled to purchase these dimmer switches after the birth of our baby. She slept in our bedroom and I needed some light during middle-of-the-night feedings but even the lowest setting of our 3-way bulb lamp was bright enough to disturb my husband, and frankly it wasn't pleasant for me or baby either to go from nearly pitch black to a bright lamp. This dimmer switch allows you to get just the tiniest bit of light - just enough so you can see what you're doing, but not enough to disturb your spouse or wake your sleepy baby. It does make a very slight buzzing sound but it's not enough to bother me. I think I told my husband every night for two weeks how much I love these dimmer switches! They made my life a little bit better :)

I bought for my son's nursery and it works great. We have it on a very low setting all night long, sometimes will go out when the power supply drops e.g. when A/C kicks in, but that's not a big deal. Would definitely recommend it.

I own many of these dimmers and they all work great, not one has failed me yet. Since I just bought another lamp I needed a new dimmer for it. The others I have are white or black, which is all that was offered at the time. Now I see Lutron has come out with new colors...brown and dark brown. I liked that, softer colors should blend in nicely with wood furniture. But that's not the case. The Brown is so dark it's almost black. I can't imagine what the dark brown looks like. I ordered two packages so I'd have an extra on hand and both are this same blackish-brown color. Double checked the item # to make sure there wasn't a mistake and it's correct. I wonder if there was a mixup in packaging and Amazon is helping Lutron unload these factory rejects? If Lutron intends it to be this dark of a brown then why did they even bother. If you're thinking of replacing another color for the brown it's not worth the effort. Unless you put one of their black dimmers next to it you would never know this wasn't black. And now I have another dimmer that sticks out like a sore thumb on my table. 5 stars for the product - 1 star for the color = 3 stars overall.

Heath Zenith SL-6107-WH Motion Activated Wall Switch List Price: $19.95 Sale Price: $15.99 Average Rating:

Description

Heath Zenith SL-6107-WH Motion Sensing Three-Way Switch, 150 ; Detection, WhiteHeath Zenith is synonymous with quality, integrity and innovation around the globe. They are committed to developing products that enhance their customer's lives through peace of mind, safety and convenience. Heath Zenith has been the leader in innovative and quality products for over 60 years.Heath Zenith SL-6107-WH Motion Sensing Three-Way Switch, 150 ; Detection, White Features:; Fits GFCI Replacement Plates; Fits Standard Wiring Boxes; Decor Plate and Screws Provided; UL/CUL Listed; 5 Year Warranty; 3 Way; Up to 30 ft. motion detection range; Controls 500 W incandescent lighting and 400 W fluorescent lighting; Selectable Light Timer - 5 sec to 20 mins; Lights turn ON automatically with motion; 2.75"w x 1.625"d x 4.5"h

Features

• Lights turn on automatically with motion
• 150 Degree Motion Detection Range up to 30 ft. away
• Controls up to 500 Watts of incandescent lighting and 400 Watts of fluorescent lighting
• Selectable light timer - 5 sec to 20 min
• White, 2.75 by 1.75 by 4.125

Reviews

I purchased two of these -- in the kitchen where I have one (CFL) fixture it works great. Downstairs in the basement I have 5 CFL fixtures and on automatic the lights buzz when on, and flicker when the motion sensor would have them off. I got a GE motion sensing switch too, which exhibits the exact same behavior downstairs. (The 'on' and 'off' positions work great.) I would love if anyone could recommend a motion sensing switch likely to work with larger clusters of CFL bulbs.

Use it in the bathroom for a single overhead light, with the vanity light on a switch. Sensitivity and reaction time is great (although not adjustable). Being able to adjust it to not come on based on ambient light is also a great feature. Fixed settings for timer (e.g. 1min, 5min, etc.) would be nice if you could adjust for whatever you wanted. Overall though, does exactly what I want and works as described. Continuation of my good experiences with Heath Zenith products.

I installed one in the garage with 4 fluorescent bulbs, lots of flickering. Moved it to be used with incandescent and it works fine. I'm just sad it didn't work well in the garage.

I love this thing, easy to install, easy to use. The main resason I got this was my child would leave the lights on ALL THE TIME. With this they go on by themself they go off by themself. You can adjust when they go on (due to outside light), and how long they should stay on. They do work with energy saver bulbs. I have had these installed for about 30 days and I would recommend them.

There are multiple issues with this switch. 1.) Does not work with many CFL setups. The amazon description indicates it works with "up to 400W" of fluorescent lights. If you read the fine print in the manual that comes with the switch, it only works with rapid start ballasts and needs a minimum of 60W of fluorescent lights to work correctly. I tried the unit with a single 26W CFL and when the switch is in "auto" mode, the light continuously flickers on and off even when there is no motion and it is supposed to be off. 2.) The "time on" feature doesn't work right. The instructions tell you to turn the "time" screw until it snaps into place at test, 1, 5, 10, or 20 minutes. The screw does not snap at all. I turned it to 5, and the light still went off after about 15s. I turned it to 20 - same thing. In fact you can just keep rotating it indefinitely. Eventually, by playing around with it for a few minutes I got the delay to increase up to several minutes, but I'm not sure why or how. I thought maybe my unit was just defective, but I bought two (from two different stores) and both did the same thing. 3.) If you switch it too quickly between on/off/auto modes, you can get it hung in an auto mode where it just flashes the light on and off. I was able to replicate this problem on both switches that I bought. 4.) The auto mode never really turns the electricity off. You can tell, because if you throw in an LED light, when the auto mode goes to turn the light off, it just dims. So you are basically wasting a small amount of electricity even when the auto mode turns the lights "off." 5.) The "off" setting doesn't turn the electricity off either! This seems like it could be a safety hazard. Again, if you throw in an LED light and turn the switch to "OFF," the light dims slightly more than when the auto function turns it "off," but still doesn't turn off. Believe it or not, even when you turn this switch to "off" you are wasting electricity. 6.) Obviously, based on #4, and #5, this unit will not work with LED lighting.

GE SmartHome Motion-Sensing Light Switch (White) (PIR617M) List Price: $61.99 Sale Price: $14.61 Average Rating:

Description

11-02-2007 - Brand New Item. Description - GE SMARTHOME JASSH57885 Motion-Sensing Switch. The Motion-Sensing Switch Turns Lights On Automatically. The Sensor Detects Motion In A 150° Range Up To 30-Ft away.

Features

• Please see the above description.

Reviews

The sensor I purchased works perfectly and the price is great. The only negative thing I can say is that I wish they had more options to shorten the distance for when it turns on the lights. However, it saves me from trying to feel my way around in a dark entrance hallway and I LOVE that!!!

I too bought this switch for laundry room light. It utterly failed to operate my 2 4' fixtures. When hooked up, my lights rapidly blinked, like an oldtime movie projector. The package states that it will operate fluorescent bulbs min 30 W - Max 400 W. I figure that my fixtures total about 70 W, well with in the working parameters. So I went to my local Hardware store and found another brand, Cooper I believe. The unit itself appeared be identical to these GE switches. And the package stated similar min and max Watts for various devices (Incandescent, Fluorescent, ect). But with one additional warning. The cooper package also stated that it did not work with Electronic ballasts, only magnetic. I don't know if you can even buy magnetic ballasts anymore!!! Point is, I suspect that these GE switches also will only work on magnetic ballasts as I KNOW my fixtures are electronic. But I could be wrong. They might not work on ANY fluorescent fixtures. So if you want to use this for fluorescent fixtures . . . DON'T BOTHER WITH THESE.

***NOTICE*** I just now wired it up only to be disappointed. Googling the issue led me here, so I'll share my experience. The product specifically states that it is compatible with rapid start fluorescent lamps; however, when in auto mode, the fluorescent lights will only flicker. The fluorescent lights will stay on when placed in "on" mode, but that defeats the purpose of the product. The best suited locations for this device are in laundry rooms and/or garages. Generally you're using compact fluorescent or rapid start fluorescent lighting in those areas. The packaging clearly misleads the consumer during purchase; therefore, this product is garbage. ***STAY AWAY***

Purchased mine at Costco, and my Flourescent lights ups, but very dim. It says it good for 500 watts, my two Flo lights are 30 watts max. Wasted an hour of my time installing and now they have to go back to Costco. Does not operate as stated on the package.

Yes it does require some adjustment while setting it up,as per the directions,but if you do it correctly it works just fine.