does it work with fluorescent lights?
1699291
I have have the CFL bulb with no issues but I have not tried it with separately ballasted tubes. I love this thing, at first I couldn't stand the thought that it was on when I left the room but 2 minutes later it is off. I am thinking of getting the type that mounts at the switch plate for the garage, comes on when you pull in and turns off AFTER you leave.
1699292
The instructions that come with it don't indicate if it works with fluorescent lights but I have used it with my fluorescent shop lights that have 4 foot tubes and it works fine. So my answer would be yes. It also has a replaceable fuse if you overload it. I have been happy with mine.
1699293
Mine works with instant start compact fluorescent but it doesn't turn on instantly with 4 foot tube lights, it takes a few seconds when it is cold in the shop.
1699294
Frequent off and on use of flourescent lights drastically reduces their life.
1699295
The product broke within two days and I would not trust it.The better type is one that has a switch plate could handle a load better.
1699296
Mine are fluorescent lights so "Yes", but...a couple times I have had to manually flip the switch on the lights off and on again when first activated in a cold state. Not severe for me, but it has happened a couple of times. So, I'd say "yes, but...better inside than in a cold garage.George's comment below seems to encompass the best answer so far, where instant start bulbs are the way to go, not slower tube, if possible.
1699297
I was sure it would work ...But there is always the possibility that I do not know-it-all.So, I plugged a table lamp with a compact fluorescent bulb into the SensorPlug.It came right on.I looked at e-mail for two minutes.Sure enough - it turned off.
215803
This switch works with a fluorescent overhead light fixture that uses a balast (i.e. four ft fluorescent ceiling fixture in a garage or laundry room)I expect it will not work for CFL bulb that is not designed for use with dimmers.
842886
No! It will not work with CFL bulbs.It only works with incandescent light bulbs.
795423
This device works with light fixtures that can be dimmed. This includes incandescent bulbs and certain LED bulbs that are OK'd for dimming. Compact Fluorescent bulbs usually can not be dimmed. The device will supply up to 300 Watts of power. I would check with the manufacturer of your lamp to see if it can be safely dimmed, and verify that the wattage required doesn't exceed 300 W. For an inexpensive fix, you can pick up a flood light and a clamp on lamp housing at a hardware store for ~ $5 until you can sort out a permanent solution. Waking up with dawn emulation is a must this time of year!
1869938
I never tried that with any 6-8 foot bulb, but for sure does work with any florescent lights. hope this helps.
925845
According to others that have commented on this Timer, it does work with CFL light bulbs. (That's probably because the ST01 uses a battery to keep store the programming for on/off times.)
1009203
Yes. That is precisely why I bought it. I've been using it to operate two fluorescent grow lights for my bonsai tree. Works great.
877864
The spec sheet shows it works with "all types of lighting" so I'd say yes to LEDs. I use it on CFLs with no problem. Follow the link in the product listing to the user's manual for more details.
431083
Not per code. This has a plug and should be plugged into an outlet. You could install a shallow surface mounted outlet under your cabinet where your fluorescent light is now and feed the outlet from the wires that fed the fluorescent.
1744599
If the new type of lightbulb (coil type) is considered fluorescent, then the answer is yes. I use 8 of those types of bulbs that are controlled by this unit.
1248274
It's fluorescent so my assumption is no. Fluorescents and voltage changes generally don't get along as I understand it. I'm no electrician though...
1752223
Yes, it works with CFL, LEDs, fluorescent, etc. I have 2 of these, one hooked to CFLs and the other hooked to LEDs, and it works perfectly fine.
205963
Yes, and it worked just great for me. Just a suggestion, tho. I'd really recommend that you use these fluorescent tubes. It worked best for me in terms of lighting (that is, if you want your light to be bright but also very pleasing for the eyes) and this bulb, specifically, is really durable and energy efficient. Hope it helps! (Case of 10) F32T8/SPX65 DAYLIGHT Linear Fluorescent 32-Watt T8 FO32 865 Light Bulbs 48"
1857678
I have used it with a CFL, but I don't know if it will work with a LED bulb.
747203
Yes. The switch is relay-driven, so it will work with any kind of light bulb or lamp. It makes an audible click when it operates. In fact, you can use it with any appliance that can handle being on a light switch. Just don't exceed the switch's power rating (stated on the product page).
1299433
I believe so. I am using it for CFL (fluorescent) lights. Since this is not a dimmer, it works fine with non-dimmable lights. It is especially handy when you use the companion switch that lets you add other switches with no wiring. I control 2 outside floods with these switches in a closet where I was able to get to the wiring, and placed companion switches in the kitchen. Looks like a normal rocker switch (sort of) but needed no wiring in the walls in the kitchen. A little expensive, but great for adding switches. Hope that helps. -Herschel
1393852
Yes. Since it is operated by a 120v on-off switch you can use the compact fluorescent bulb.