Lutron CL dimmers for dimmable Compact Fluorescent (CFL) & LED Bulbs

Dimming CFLs and LEDs
Dimming saves energy while setting the right light level to improve mood and ambiance. Screw-in compact fluorescent lamps (CFLs) and screw-in light emitting diode bulbs (LEDs) are a great energy-saving alternative to incandescent or halogen light sources; however, dimming them may be difficult. Lutron’s new C•L™ Dimmers for dimmable CFL and LED bulbs have HED™ Technology which helps alleviate your CFL and LED dimming challenges.

Challenges of Dimming CFLs and LEDs with Standard Dimmers

Energy-saving CFLs have been in the marketplace for many years but a broad range of dimmable bulbs has only recently become available. LEDs are even newer to the market and dimmable versions are also only recently available.

These dimmable bulbs, especially CFLs, have historically presented problems when used on standard incandescent dimmers.

Common issues include:

Reduced dimming range: Incandescent/halogen bulbs will typically dim lower than CFL or LED bulbs. Most dimmable CFLs will dim down to 10% to 30% measured light output. Early versions of dimmable LEDs on the market have the ability to dim lower than CFLs and can reach levels as low as 5% to 15% measured light. The actual dimming range is dictated by the bulb’s circuitry.

Lights dropping out: As CFL or LED bulbs are dimmed, they will sometimes turn off before the slider reaches the bottom. Referred to as “drop out,” this makes it extremely difficult to set the dimmer at the right level without bulbs turning off.

Lights not turning on: After being dimmed to a low light level and switched off, sometimes CFL or LED bulbs will not turn on until the dimmer’s slider is moved up. This is referred to as “pop-on,” which is especially challenging in 3-way situations where lights can be turned on/off from different locations, not just using the dimmer.

Lights turning off unexpectedly: Dimmable CFL and LED bulbs can be influenced by line voltage fluctuations. As your incandescent bulbs will sometimes dim or flicker when a device such as air-conditioning or a hair dryer is used, a dimmed CFL or LED can actually turn off or flicker excessively in those situations.

Note: Actual performance of any CFL or LED will vary from bulb type to bulb type and among different manufacturers. It is important to note that only bulbs that have been designed as dimmable should be used on a dimmer. To find out if your bulb is dimmable, please check the package, the bulb itself, or call the bulb manufacturer directly.

New Dimmers from Lutron
To help combat these issues, Lutron has developed a family of C·L dimmers for dimmable CFL and LED bulbs. By incorporating HED Technology, these dimmers improve the dimming performance of dimmable CFLs and LEDs compared to standard dimmers by:

• Keeping the lights on as they are dimmed
• Making sure the lights turn on at all light levels
• Eliminating/reducing excessive flicker
• Keeping the lights on even with line voltage fluctuations

About HED Technology: HED Technology features advanced dimming circuitry that is designed for compatibility with most high efficacy light bulbs.

Lutron C·L dimmers with HED Technology also provide full-range dimming for halogen and incandescent bulbs, ensuring today’s dimmer is compatible with tomorrow’s light sources. The dimmer can even dim a mixed load of light sources (i.e. LED and halogen or CFL and LED bulbs on the same circuit). C·L dimmers are available in our Diva®, Skylark Contour™, Luméa®, Ariadni®/Toggler® and Credenza® product families.

Frequently Asked Hatch Transformer Questions

What is a magnetic core & coil low voltage transformer?
A low voltage transformer is an electrical device that reduces 120 volts (line voltage) into 12 volts or 24 volts (low voltage). It is sometimes made by winding two wires around an iron core with one wire connected to the primary side (line voltage side) and the second wire connected to the secondary side (low voltage side). In the case of low voltage halogen or low voltage xenon lighting the low voltage transformer has an input or primary voltage of 120 volts (sometimes 277 volts) and an output or secondary voltage of 12 volts or 24 volts. An example of a core and coil type transformer is our LS and LT models.
What is an electronic low voltage transformer?
Conventional low voltage transformers, also called magnetic core & coil low voltage transformers can be extremely large and heavy, consist of an iron core and two sets of wires as described in the previous paragraph. An electronic low voltage transformer, on the other hand, also contains an electronic device, called an inverter, which allows the size of the low voltage transformer to be substantially smaller. An inverter and a small transformer make up the main components of what we normally call an electronic low voltage transformer. An example of our electronic transformers is our RS and VS lines.
How does an electronic low voltage transformer work?
The inverter conditions the voltage to change direction at a frequency of about 20,000 times per second (called Hertz or Hz) as opposed to the normal power from your wall outlet, which changes direction at a frequency of 50Hz or 60Hz. The higher the frequency, the smaller the low voltage transformer can be. Most electronic low voltage transformers provide high frequency AC output.
What is the advantage of an electronic low voltage transformer?
Electronic low voltage transformers are very small and light compared to magnetic low voltage transformers, in most cases small enough that fixture manufacturers can often incorporate them within their lighting fixture rather than leaving the customer to find a hiding place. Even when not incorporated within the lighting fixture an electronic low voltage transformer is very easy to install in a small hidden location.
What is the advantage of a magnetic core & coil transformer?
Simply - temperature rating. When size and weight are not an issue and a high temperature is needed, a magnetic transformer is a good choice. Hatch magnetic low voltage transformers can handle normal operating temperatures of 180 degree C.
What is the correct way to wire up a Hatch transformer?
Please make certain that the black and white input wires (primary side) of the low voltage transformer are connected to the power line (120 volts or 277 volts) using wire nuts that the two red output wires (secondary side) of the low voltage transformer are connected to the low-voltage light source using wire terminal blocks of appropriate size (for solid contact). Low voltage halogen or low voltage xenon lighting systems carry relatively large currents so all of the low voltage connections must be very tight to prevent arcing (a possible fire hazard) within those connections. Note: Do not connect 277 volts to a 120 volt transformer, and also do not connect 120 volts to a 277 volt transformer. Make sure you have the correct transformer that matches your input voltage.

Hatch Electronic Low Voltage Transformers (120V/12V)
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Leviton Green Technology

Green technologies make sense from an economic, environmental and compliance standpoint. Federal and state energy codes are driving higher standards for building efficiency and underscoring the need for better energy-saving controls for lighting by either mandating compliance or encouraging it with tax incentives and utility rebates. Combine that with energy costs rising faster than ever before, and the reduction of energy consumption by businesses becomes an increasingly more powerful competitive advantage.

With over 38% of a typical business’s energy bill related to lighting, energy saving controls for lighting are at the center of any effort to reduce energy expenditures. One of the easiest ways to save energy is to simply turn the lights off when not needed. Leviton helps you take advantage of these potential energy-saving opportunities.

From dimming and occupancy sensing to daylight harvesting and distributed lighting control, Leviton delivers both hardwired and wireless lighting control strategies for every imaginable application in any environment. No company offers a broader range of lighting controls solutions for optimizing energy efficiency than Leviton.

Honeywell Chosen by Consumers as the Overall Best Brand of Programmable Thermostats in the United States

Honeywell's Programmable Thermostats Edge Out Competing Products in Features,
Rates Favorably on Other Factors

In Frost & Sullivan’s survey of 1,013 U.S. homeowners, 646 owned programmable
thermostats and rated various brands on several specific points. Homeowners
using Honeywell programmable thermostats rate their thermostats higher than
users of any other major brand. “Honeywell users appreciate the features offered
by its brand – 33 percent cite that having the ‘best features’ is their main
reason for using Honeywell, compared to nine percent among users of other brands
stating the same,” said Christina Alfaro Research Analyst with Frost &
Sullivan’s Customer Research Team. “Supporting Honeywell’s overall best rating
is that it rated well for other factors too, such as ease-of-use, energy
efficiency, and cost savings.”

Honeywell conducts extensive – and on-going – customer research to ensure the
products they develop are simple-to-install and are easy-to-use. For instance,
their Prestige™ programmable thermostat incorporates a patented, interview-based
interface that walks a homeowner through the set-up process by asking a series
of questions, such as “what time does the first person wake-up in the morning?”
or “what time do you go to sleep at night?” The answers help the thermostat
program itself – no owner’s manual is needed. The graphic user interface
displays information in an easy-to-understand format, the on-board user’s manual
provides definitions and directions for each display screen and can be
customized to display in English, French or Spanish.

Some Honeywell programmable thermostats also have the ability to wirelessly
communicate to accessory devices using the company’s RedLINK™ technology, the
first wireless protocol developed exclusively for the HVAC industry. The
thermostat can be used with an outdoor sensor that sends a signal to the
thermostat to display outdoor temperature and humidity on the home screen. This
makes it simple for the homeowner to get access to that information.
Finally, Honeywell thermostats are among the few thermostats that have been
qualified under the National Electrical Manufacturer Association's (NEMA) new
ENERGY AWARE™ program. When properly installed and used as directed, Honeywell
estimates that homeowner’s can cut annual heating and cooling cost up to 33
percent – or by $200 each year – depending on geographic location.

“Honeywell thermostats are designed for consumers – by consumers – who are
looking for the ultimate in comfort control,” said John Tyhacz, vice president
and general manager for Honeywell’s home comfort and energy systems business.
“They are easy-to-use and help homeowners make better decisions about their
energy use.”

Halo Lighting Energy-efficient LE D Downlights

The Problem
Recent studies estimate more than 800 million recessed downlights are in operation in the United States, split nearly equally between residential and commercial applications, with about 83% still using incandescent lamps.
Inexpensive compact fluorescent lamp (CFL) downlights are commercially available, but most of these units are not dimmable, which is a desired attribute for many downlight applications. Therefore, energy-saving CFLs often are overlooked in lieu of the functionality of incandescents.
This conflict creates a significant market opportunity for an energy-efficient, dimmable light source designed for the recessed downlight market. Significant energy savings potential exists for long-life LED replacements, as much as 81 trillion watt hours (TWh)

The Solution
Cooper Lighting and the California Lighting Technology Center (CLTC) partnered on this PIER-sponsored project to create an LED recessed downlight suitable for both retrofit or new construction markets that met ENERGY STAR requirements, provided high-quality, broad spectrum light, and could successfully dim on standard analog dimmers. The culmination of this partnership venture was the successful launch of the HALO® LED downlight offered by Cooper Lighting.

Features and Benefits
•The HALO LED recessed downlight is the first ENERGY STAR-rated LED downlight and exceeds the high efficacy requirements set by California’s Title 24 energy regulations
•High color rendering and warm white color temperature: 80 CRI at 3045 K
•Delivers light equivalent to many standard incandescent sources used in recessed downlight applications.
•Up to 25 times longer lamp life than incandescent lamps, lasting up to 68 years in most residential applications and 15 years in typical commercial applications
• Dimmable to 15% of total light output with standard AC incandescent dimmers, 5% with low-end trim adjustment
• Multiple trim options available designed to minimize glare and increase aesthetic appeal, including those for wet applications.

Increase Your Home’s Comfort by Eliminating Hot And Cold Spots

Most homeowners think that having areas in their home that are too hot or too cold is just something they have to live with. But Honeywell believes the only thing you need to live with is comfort.

With solutions such as forced air zoning, hydronic heating, thermostats with precise temperature control and more, you'll say goodbye to hot and cold spots and hello to comfort.

Forced air zoning systems work by having dampers installed in your ductwork that open and close as needed based on each zone’s thermostat settings. When a zone doesn’t need to be heated or cooled, the dampers close to save energy and maximize comfort elsewhere.

Hydronic zoning systems or radiant heating, use hot water and steam instead of air. Heating with water can increase your comfort level because it is less dry than a standard forced-air heating system. A modern hydronic heating system can use traditional cast iron radiators, low profile baseboard radiators, or the increasingly popular, and invisible, radiant in-floor heating. Hydronic systems are easily divided into zones for perfect comfort and the most efficient use of energy.

Kim Lighting Construction Features

Brass, Copper, and Bronze

The design, manufacture and finishing of copper and bronze fixtures is a craft that dates back eight decades at Kim. Constructed of the ultimate materials for corrosion resistance, brass, copper and bronze fixtures are offered in a hand applied verde patina, or unfinished to allow natural aging.

Aluminum
Whether cast, spun or extruded, only the most durable aluminum alloys are used in Kim landscape products. Extra heavy wall thickness is engineered into every component for increased strength, and each aluminum fixture receives an eight-stage powder coat paint finish.

PRODUCTION AND ASSEMBLY
Kim products are manufactured with the latest computer automated machinery. Rigid inspection is performed by all Kim employees to assure conformance to engineering specifications.

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Kim Lighting 12 Volt / 120 Volt Performance

PERFORMANCE
Kim landscape luminaires are engineered to use the latest lamp technology including halogen and compact fluorescent. This assures maximum performance with
minimum energy consumption. Kim design philosophy emphasizes the creation of lighting effects and the harmony of fixture aesthetics with the surrounding landscape.

FINISHING
Eight-Stage Powder Coat (Aluminum Fixtures)
All Kim aluminum fixtures are finished with an eight-stage powder coat paint process. The key element of this finish is the Titanated Zirconium conversion coating, known as the best preparation for paint adhesion and corrosion resistance. This same pretreatment is used by the automotive industry. Components in direct contact with soil or water are provided additional corrosion protection by clear anodizing prior to Titanated Zirconium conversion coating. Following the pretreatment process, a Super TGIC powder coat is applied to all fixture surfaces. Super TGIC powder is specially formulated to be both mechanically durable and fade resistant.

Hand-Applied Verde (Brass, Copper, and Bronze Fixtures)
The formula and application procedure for Kim’s acid etched verde green patina was developed by the founder of Kim Lighting seven decades ago. The proprietary finish is hand applied to selected copper and bronze fixtures to simulate the natural patina that develops on these materials after years of exposure to sun and moisture. Hand application assures a uniform appearance.

A Note About Verde Patina Finishes
The Kim verde finish is an accelerated aging process duplicating the natural verde that forms on copper and bronze after extended exposure to outside air and humidity. Like natural verde, Kim verde is not permanent and will undergo considerable change depending on location and environment.

Verde can be worn away by rain, sprinklers, or surrounding wind-blown foliage. New verde will eventually form depending on humidity levels and the presence of airborne salts.

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Kim Lighting LED Landscape Lighting Efficiency Leader

A primary advantage of new LED technology is efficiency. Conventional light-emitting processes involve generating excess heat or exciting gasses to obtain effective light levels. These processes waste significant energy because a huge portion of input electricity is not directed toward producing visible light. LEDs, however, employ a non-toxic chemical interaction that generates very little heat so a much higher percentage of the electrical demand is utilized toward light prodution, which cuts down on overall power consumption considerably.


BENEFITS
• Premium LED lighting solutions offer 50,000+ hours of illumination
• Perfect for residential, small and large commercial spaces, even indoor atriums
• Fully replaceable LED boards
• Control options provide self and automated monitoring to further reduce energy consumption
• 3-year limited manufacturer’s warranty; 25-years on brass and copper products

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Kim Lighting Product by Applications

UPLIGHTING FOR DIRECTIONAL VIEWING
Above-grade accent lights are the logical choice when the lighted object can be viewed from one direction only. To prevent direct glare, fixtures are aimed away from observers. Place the accent lights behind shrubs to keep a natural looking landscape.

DOWNLIGHTING
For outdoor activity areas, fixtures placed above eye level provide efficient lighting for recreation, safety and security. Overlapping light patterns will soften shadows and create better uniformity. Mount fixtures to patios, gazebos, facades, eaves or trees.

MOONLIGHTING
The effect of moonlight filtering through trees is another pleasing and functional outdoor lighting technique. Both up and down lighting is used to create this effect. With fixtures properly placed in trees, both the trees and ground are beautifully illuminated. Ground lighting provides security, and is accented by shadows from leaves and branches.

SPOTLIGHTING
Special objects and architectural elements should be accented with fixtures that have good lamp shielding. Mounting overhead on eaves or patio structures minimizes glare. Grade mounted fixtures should be concealed with landscaping.

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Buy American Compliant Fixtures From RAB Lighting

RAB Lighting is proud to manufacture Outdoor Lighting to comply with the Buy
American requirements of the American Reinvestment and Recovery Act (ARRA).
In addition to creating sustainable jobs, RAB creates products which focus on
Sustainable Lighting Technologies such as LED. RAB manufactures Buy American
Compliant LED Wallpacks, LED Bollards, LED Flood and LED Area lights, Poles,
Motion Sensors, Vandalproof, Vaporproof, Explosionproof fixtures, and High-bays.

Recent projects include: Warwick Township, PA selected Buy American Compliant
LED Wallpacks to conserve energy on Municipal buildings. Municipal water
treatment facilities in Moorehead City, NC and Fisherville, VA installed Buy
American Compliant Outdoor Sensors and Vaporproof fixtures to reduce their
energy consumption.

Military Projects include: energy saving fixture installations at Fort Lewis in
Thurston County, WA, Fort McCoy in Monroe County, WI and the Fort Carson
installation in El Paso County, CO.

RAB Lighting offers a complete line of high quality residential and commercial
outdoor lighting fixtures that are Buy American compliant for use on ARRA
Projects.

Westinghouse Ceiling Fans

THE WESTINGHOUSE DIFFERENCE
For over 100 years, Westinghouse has been recognized and acknowledged for producing high quality, reliable products. We've always had a steadfast commitment to being on the forefront of technological and engineering advances. This has enabled us to continually produce products that make people's lives easier and more enjoyable. People across the country and around the world know they can depend on Westinghouse products.
The Westinghouse tradition continues today across a wide variety of products, including ceiling fans.
If you thought all ceiling fans were alike, you're in for a pleasant surprise.
Westinghouse has created a new line of ceiling fans that have the style, quality and durability you need. We also have a totally new, ingenious technology that makes installation so simple, you can literally do it yourself.

		Westinghouse Ceiling Fan 24" Blade				Westinghouse Ceiling Fan 30" Blade
		Westinghouse Ceiling Fan 42" Blade				Westinghouse Ceiling Fan 44" Blade
		Westinghouse Ceiling Fan 46" Blade				Westinghouse Ceiling Fan 48" Blade
		Westinghouse Ceiling Fan 52" Blade				Westinghouse Ceiling Fan 56" Blade
		Westinghouse Ceiling Fan Accessories

Intermatic 24 Hour Electromechanical Timer Switch

Intermatic's 24-Hour Electromechanical Time Switches are designed to fit the needs of industrial, commercial, and residential applications. The industry trademark T100 Series mechanical timers feature the highest horsepower ratings in the industry. The T1701, T1400T, T1800 Series timers' skipper enables users to omit operation on selected day(s) of the week, while the T1900, T1970 Series timers enable up to 48 ON/OFF operations per day.

Intermatic's classic time switch, available for a wide array of applications. The T100 Series Electromechanical Time Switches are the most dependable long lasting time switches in the industry. You can count on this industry standard to get the job done. 

The T170, T1400 and T1800 Series Mechanical 24-Hour Time Switches are designed for commercial, industrial and residential applications. The Skipper™ feature enables users to omit operation on selected day(s) of the week.

Intermatic Timers
Plug-In Timers	In-wall Timers	Electronic Timers	Mechanical Timers	365 Days Timers	Astro Timers	Water Heater Timers	Pool & Spa Timers

Intermatic 7-Day Electromechanical Timer Switches

Intermatic's 7-Day Electromechanical Time Switches are designed to accommodate the demands of your facility. with 7-Day ON/OFF programming.

The T50000 Series Timing Control Centers with carryover provide photo control initiated/time switch terminated control. These switches provide a different ON/OFF program each day of the week. They are recommended for applications where the user needs to turn a load ON at dusk and OFF at a preset time.

The T7000B Series Electromechanical Time Switches are designed for industrial, commercial and residential applications with 7-Day ON/OFF programming and 4PST and 4 pole (2NO/2NC) switching.

Intermatic Timers
Plug-In Timers	In-wall Timers	Electronic Timers	Mechanical Timers	365 Days Timers	Astro Timers	Water Heater Timers	Pool & Spa Timers

For over 50 years, HALO has been the industry leader in recessed lighting providing innovative and contractor-friendly lighting products. Below are the top ten reasons why HALO has always been the leading manufacturer in recessed lighting products.

	GOT NAIL BAR HANGER • Patented GOT NAIL! Bar Hanger System has a precisely aligned pre-installed nail. • GOT NAIL! safety and Guidance system prevents snagging and automatically aligns the nail for a smooth and straight installation. • The Automatic Levelling Flange aligns the housing with the joist bottom and keeps the housing secured during installation. • GOT NAIL! safety and guidance system also allows easy nail removal if necessary. • Five alternate mounting points on the bar hanger ends add versatility. • Exclusive bottom slot allows the housing to be shifted almost 1” sideways for accurate placement. • Integral T-grid ceiling clip - no additional clips needed.
	SLIDE-N-SIDE JUNCTION BOX • Patented Slide-N-Side III™ strain relief system. • Slide-N-Side III™ allows wiring connections to be made outside the box for speed and accuracy. • Accepts 12/2, 12/3, 14/2, and 14/3 non-metallic sheathed cable (12/2, 14/2, and 14/3 Canada). • Junction boxes rated for through-branch circuit wiring.
	JUNCTION BOX WAGO PUSH-IN WIRE CONNECTORS • WAGO - Now standard on all Halo residential housings • WAGO - Speed installation. Simply strip and insert supply wires into connectors. • WAGO - No additional wire nuts are required.
	PASS-N-THROUGH BAR HANGERS • Patented Pass-N-Thru feature. • Bar Hangers can be shortened for use in joist spans of less than 12” without having to remove them from the plaster frame
	REGRESSED LOCKING SCREW AND MULTIPLE CRIMP POINTS • Patented regressed locking screw accessible from below the ceiling line. • Regressed locking screw does not interfere with ceiling material. • Screw can be tightened with slotted or phillips screwdriver or nutdriver. • Five crimp-lock points designed for linesman pliers. • Five crimp-lock points accessible from below the ceiling line.
	SOCKET SUPPORTING TRIMS WITH “ NOSOCKET- BRACKET” SYSTEM • “No-Socket-Bracket” housings and socket supporting trims speed installation. • Socket supporting trims provide consistent lamp position. - Clean professional appearance - No callbacks to adjust lamp height
	AIR-TITE™ • Air-Tite gasket now pre-installed on plaster frame of “AT” housings ( no longer necessary to remove gasket from junction box and install on plaster frame). - Simplifies inspector check-off - Speeds installation • Air-Tite gaskets for sealing around the housing aperture after ceiling installation are available separately in 6-packs. -GA-ATH7-6PK (6” aperture) - GA-ATH5-6PK (5” aperture) • Halo Air-Tite features is available in over 20 housings and over 32 trims • Halo Air-Tite meets state energy codes as qualified per test standard ASTM-E283
	COMPLETE LINE OF HOUSINGS • 3”, 4”, 5”, and 6” apertures • New construction • Remodel • Insulated ceiling, thermally protected “ICT” • Insulated ceiling / Air-Tite, thermally protected “ICAT” • Non-IC, thermally protected “T” • No-Socket Bracket “NB” • Shallow Ceiling • Low Voltage • Slope Ceiling • Universal Higher wattage “UIC” and “UICAT”
	COMPLETE LINE OF TRIMS AND FINISHES • 3”, 4”, 5”, and 6” apertures • Reflector Baffle, Lens, Wall Wash, Adjustable, Shower Light • 8 trim finishes - White, Black, Black Chrome, Satin Nickel, Antique Copper, Tuscan Bronze, Satin Brass, Polished Brass. • 9 reflector finishes - Clear, Haze, Champagne Gold, Residential Gold, Specular Black, White, Satin Nickel, Antique Copper, Tuscan Bronze
	ENERGY EFFICIENT LIGHTING • Energy Star and Title 24 qualified residential compact fluorescent - Electronic residential 120V ballasts - New Construction and remodel housings 6” Housings 13W, 18W, 26W 5” Housings 13W, 18W, 26W • New Energy Star and Title 24 DIMMING compact fluorescent - New Construction and remodel compact fluorescent 6” Housings 26/32W 5” Housings 26W - 100% to 15% dimming range - Electronic residential 120V dimming ballasts - Standard residential wiring (2 wire + ground) - Dimmer selection - Leviton, Lutron and others. • Commercial Grade compact fluorescent and HID recessed lighting - Compact fluorescent with 120V/277V electronic universal voltage ballasts. - HID offered in metal halide and high pressure sodium.