Read that the clapper does not work with CFL (new curly lught bulbs). Does this? All of my lamps use CFL and not the special dimmer ones.
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Yes Cheryl it will work with CFL bulbs. I have two lamps on one remote outlet one of the lamps has a standard bulb and the other has a CFL and the remote works flawlessly, I would't want to be without my wireless remote control!
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Yes, these devices work with the two lamps in which I have the "curly bulbs" as well as one with the old style "real" light bulb. Buying these remotes and the new Kindle Paperwhite were two best monies I spent for myself this past year as far as making me happy.
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Yes it simply - like any other on/off switch supplies power . I have all cfl lamps and it works fine
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I don't have the curly bulbs but I do have the 3 way dimmer bulbs and I have it set on high and it always comes on in the high setting. Sorry, I don't have the exact answer but hope this helps. One last thought I truly love mine!
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Yes - of course it depends what kind of light bulb you put in it. I have 3 LED bulbs that work great on a dimmer. CFLs will not work as we'll.
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This is not a good dimmer for CFL's at all. Its great for regulars, and halogens. I tried using it on all of the above. I'm actually looking for one that is rated for CFLs. Don't get me wrong, the dimmer itself is great for other bulbs. Just not the squiggly ones!
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I would have to say no if I understand your question correctly. This switch works great with incandescent bulbs. Years ago when they came out with the CFL's I noticed this switch reactions to the pulse of the CFL ballast, which would turn the bulb right back on. My hopes were that with the ability of LED's to dim that I would be able to use these switches again, but my experience so far is that they do not work with the very low power consumption of 3 or 4 4-watt bulbs on one switch. I also experienced the same problem using a electronic flashing device for the early rope lights. When changing over to LED rope lights the 50' rope, the veritable adjustment on the flasher would not work unless I added a second 50' section. The flasher was rated for up to 9-amps, but it obviously had a minimum of 4-amps required for the flasher to work. Possibly this switch would work with 10 4-watt LED bulbs, but not with 15 watts.
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I don't know what you mean by an cfl. But I will tell you it works only on regular light bulbs. Round ones.
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Yes, works great with CFL, which are what I'm using. I believe it shouldn't be a problem with LEDs as well. This switch is not a dimmer, it is 100% on or 100% off on a timer. My understanding is that some CFL and LED bulbs can not be dimmed which would be a problem if one were to use them on a dimmer switch.
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I actually wondered the same thing when I purchased this item. I was not able to find one. I ended up getting a "Lutron TTCL-100H-BR Credenza Dimmable CFL/LED Dimmer" to control my LED lamp. Purchased from amazon as well.
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I am posting what my husband said as he installed he dimmer. It depends on the "kit" and the light bulbs used. I noticed some LED bulbs (or those "curly" bulbs) do not work with dimmers.
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It works with my LED light, but I have noticed odd behavior when the dimmer is on lower settings. There is a momentary delay before the bulb emits light, and once the bulb is lit, it has a tendency to vary in brightness. I don't notice this with incandescent bulbs on the same switch. Full disclosure: I live in an old house so this may be a result of older wiring.
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I would have said no, the SL6133 does NOT, based on my experience with mine, but seeing the previous two answers, I would again state that if the CFL is labeled as dimmable, they might.
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They say you're not suppose to use either dimmers or timers on them. I use a timer and it works fine. I think the reason they say not to use dimmers is that the ballast in the base needs a full charge to activate. I beleive that I have seen that there are some CFL's that can use dimmers, but this particular brand does'nt recomend it.
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I don't know if CFL would handle this type, since it doesn't just cut on and off, the lights brighten and dim with my incandescent bulbs in it. It isn't marked as CFL compatible.
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A normal dimmer will not work. You need to get one compatible with cfl/led bulbs. These dimmers use completely different control. And they are sized to fit in a standard wal box. I got mine at home depot.
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I have this working with CFLs in multiple locations. They work great. Also works flawlessly with LEDs.
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Yes, the CFL bulbs won't make any difference however mine didn't work at all so I'd be a bit hesitant to make the purchase if I were you. Had nothing to do with the type of bulbs it just wouldn't work.
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I list and discuss the amazon products, first a CFL is not great to a candelabra you need to replace too often, an LED is much better, and if you want dimmable you need an electronic dimmer with a bulb that can be dimmed. Plus now days the CFL is pitiful when comparing lumen to watts these are around 63 nearly twice the energy saving is available. If they will let me the site is EnergySavingLightbulbs.tk I list all Amazon products, discuss issues and come up with the best. Victor Brodt
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This dimmer is designed for incandescent / halogen lights. Also, CFLs are normally not dimmable, but even if you got dimmable CFLs or LEDs they may not work with this switch (of the two, LEDs are more likely to work, but they may also flicker, hum, and you may not get the full dimming range). Unfortunately, they don't have a model for dimmable CFLs or LEDs yet. Your best bet is to stick with incandescent / halogen lights on fans if you want them dimmable without any issues.