Dimmen - What options does Skapetze offer?
They create a suitable lighting mood and, depending on the activity, provide more or less brightness in the room - dimmers are a popular accessories for lighting. But dimmer is not just as dim. There are a variety of different possibilities and different DIMM technologies. We would like to show you that at Skapetze, we want to show you an overview.
Different dimmer techniques.
The functional principle when dimming lights is not always the same. The result is a brightness reduction or increase every time, but as is technically possible, there are differences.
On the one hand, dimming via the performance component, i.e. using a reduction in the current, is possible. These include the Phase section and phase section dimmer that are often used in halogen or incandescent lamps. Such phase rooms can also be useful for the brightness adjustment of LEDs. In the case of the phase cut, the current is first switched on after the so -called zero passage of the sinus curve until it reaches the next zero passage. The phase section, on the other hand, works exactly: the current flows immediately after the zero passage and then ends shortly before it comes to the next.
In addition to these phase rooms, dimming is also possible using the analogue control signal, such as with the 1-10V Dimmtechnik . Here a signal is given between 1 volt and 10 volts, with a voltage of 10 volts the light intensity at full 100% and the brightness at 1 volt is only 10%.
The most modern and innovative variant for dimming LED lamps or other light is of course by digital tax signal such as via DALI interface (Digital Addressable Lighting Interface). About this as well as on the basis of others Smart Light systems Then the lamps in the house can be networked and conveniently controlled by smartphone app or remote control.
In principle, it is always important to pay attention to compatibility, because the lights also have to fit the dimmer and the other way around. Here you should pay close attention to the species your lamp needs in dimmmer or choose lighting with already built -in dimmer. If you shouldn't be quite sure or have further questions, please contact our friendly customer service - we will help you!
Different dimmer techniques.
The functional principle when dimming lights is not always the same. The result is a brightness reduction or increase every time, but as is technically possible, there are differences.
On the one hand, dimming via the performance component, i.e. using a reduction in the current, is possible. These include the Phase section and phase section dimmer that are often used in halogen or incandescent lamps. Such phase rooms can also be useful for the brightness adjustment of LEDs. In the case of the phase cut, the current is first switched on after the so -called zero passage of the sinus curve until it reaches the next zero passage. The phase section, on the other hand, works exactly: the current flows immediately after the zero passage and then ends shortly before it comes to the next.
In addition to these phase rooms, dimming is also possible using the analogue control signal, such as with the 1-10V Dimmtechnik . Here a signal is given between 1 volt and 10 volts, with a voltage of 10 volts the light intensity at full 100% and the brightness at 1 volt is only 10%.
The most modern and innovative variant for dimming LED lamps or other light is of course by digital tax signal such as via DALI interface (Digital Addressable Lighting Interface). About this as well as on the basis of others Smart Light systems Then the lamps in the house can be networked and conveniently controlled by smartphone app or remote control.
In principle, it is always important to pay attention to compatibility, because the lights also have to fit the dimmer and the other way around. Here you should pay close attention to the species your lamp needs in dimmmer or choose lighting with already built -in dimmer. If you shouldn't be quite sure or have further questions, please contact our friendly customer service - we will help you!
Dimmn different brightness levels - from preset to infinitely variable.
Apart from the technical functionality, there are also several variants when dimming. Depending on the fact, they are more or less flexible when it comes to the brightness setting of your lamp. On the one hand there are steps and on the other hand infinitely variable dimmer. The former is already preset brightness levels between which can be changed. So there is about 2 or 3 levels dimmer which may already be sufficient for many.
However, if you prefer to decide yourself and be flexible, it is recommended Stepless dimming , which among other things with a control By Smart Light is possible. There are different systems here, which, apart from Dali, are mostly dependent on the manufacturer. This means that you also need compatible lamps for dimming via smart light, which is usually specified in the product description. At Skapetze they are Systems Ilight , Connect , Casambi and DALI available. With these you can freely adjust the brightness of your lamp and often also choose between colors and warm or cold white.
Diverse options for dimmer control.
In addition to the technology and the brightness levels, you also have the choice between different types to press your dimmer at Skapetze. The most convenient is that Operation via smartphone app or remote control as also often offered in the smart light solutions. But conventional options are also often used: A simple switch , which needs to be pressed to dim a lamp. Or a Rotating dimmer that regulates the brightness by rotation Foot switch To step on it Cord To pull, one Gesture control , a Sensor room or a Touchdimmer which you simply control with touch - there are really countless options. Again, it is important to pay attention to the compatibility whether your desired light actually allows the dimmer control.
Overview of the dimmability of lamps.
In principle, when it comes to dimmable lighting, you first have to pay attention to whether a lamp is at all marked as dimmable. If this is the case, a compatible dimmer must be found if one is not already installed. Therefore, we will give you a brief overview of the illuminant which dimmer technology fits:
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Incandescent lamps : usually dimmable both by phase intersection and phase section
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LEDs : when labeled as dimmable via phase cut or section as well as with a dali interface or smart light, adjustable in the brightness
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High volt halogen lamps : Usually brightness setting via phase cut or phase section dimmer
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Niedervolt-Halogenlampen : With conventional transformer only dimmable with phase intake dimmer, use with an electrical transformer phase section dimmer
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Energy -saving lamps : Usually not dimmable, if usually adjustable with phase intake dimmer in the brightness, but not controllable by sensor or touch dimmer
In order to find quickly and easily dimmable lights in the Skapetze Online Shop, you can simply place a filter at the lamp type that you are looking for at the top of the page. Just look for one Lamps, this is how you get to the dimmable variants here and Here to the individual dimmers that you can buy as accessories. If you have any questions, do not hesitate to contact us.