Brentgi
Active Member
Let me start by saying that I'm not here to ask why or why not put your LEDs/Movers/whathaveyous on a switched dimmer. I understand the reasoning and am in the camp of DON'T DO IT.
With that being said...
In December of last year, we replaced our house lights, previously Altman scoops, with Chroma-Q Inspire's. They are amazing fixtures and we couldn't be happier.
At that time, we plugged them in to the same dimmer pack (Smartpack wallpack, installed) and just set it to full intensity, switched mode, because we were short on time. The plan was to have maintenance come back trough and remove the dimmer pack and install breakers for these fixtures. Days turned into weeks, and weeks turned into months.
I've brought up my concerns several times regarding the use of a dimmer pack (even in switched mode) for powering such devices. Not to mention, we could put the pack to use elsewhere.
At this point, I'm asking for technical materials explaining the possible pitfalls of such practices. My plan is to send it to the facilities director to have this project prioritized. After all, we don't want to be replacing an expensive fixture(s) when the correct solution comes at a small price, both in parts as well as labor.
If you can point me to any pertinent material, your help is appreciated. Thanks!
With that being said...
In December of last year, we replaced our house lights, previously Altman scoops, with Chroma-Q Inspire's. They are amazing fixtures and we couldn't be happier.
At that time, we plugged them in to the same dimmer pack (Smartpack wallpack, installed) and just set it to full intensity, switched mode, because we were short on time. The plan was to have maintenance come back trough and remove the dimmer pack and install breakers for these fixtures. Days turned into weeks, and weeks turned into months.
I've brought up my concerns several times regarding the use of a dimmer pack (even in switched mode) for powering such devices. Not to mention, we could put the pack to use elsewhere.
At this point, I'm asking for technical materials explaining the possible pitfalls of such practices. My plan is to send it to the facilities director to have this project prioritized. After all, we don't want to be replacing an expensive fixture(s) when the correct solution comes at a small price, both in parts as well as labor.
If you can point me to any pertinent material, your help is appreciated. Thanks!