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    Apr 8, 2009, 08:45 PM
    Fluorescent lamps used with dimmers
    I seem to recall seeing a fluorescent lamp that would work with a dimmer. Can't remember if it was the dimmer or the lamp that was optimized to allow dimming. Is there such a thing? Looking to use some fluorescent lamps that aren't too bright, (25 watt incandescent equivalent ) or fluorescent lamps that are capable of being dimmed. I thought about using an adapter and a candelabra based lamp, but that would move the lamp down below the fixture centerline. Any suggestions?
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    Apr 9, 2009, 08:29 AM

    My guess is your talking about compact florescents of CFL's. Dimmable CFL's do exist, but not all are dimmable. LED lamps are another possibility.
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