Dimmer for Transformer low voltage lighting

Biggie

Hoping someone can advise

I purchased this light
http://www.johnlewis.com/230409832/Product.aspx

Which uses G4 bulbs that run off a 12v transformer.

My current dimmer won't work with this but have found that a trailing edge dimmer may work.

Thinking of the one below

http://www.tlc-direct.co.uk/Products/VLIC1402.html


Does anyone know if this type of dimmer would work ?

27col

It looks as if it will do, but a quick email or phone call would confirm it for sure. The John lewis site does not appear to say what type of transformer is supplied with the fitting.

Biggie

Just read the instructions and the light says not suitable for use with a dimmer :eek:

Is that just to cover themselves or does it mean it won't work even with a trailing edge dimmer.

Would it help if looked at the type of transformer by talking the light off.

27col

Best to give them a ring. You might have to buy a different transformer.

dmxdave

Biggie wrote: »

Just read the instructions and the light says not suitable for use with a dimmer :eek:

Is that just to cover themselves or does it mean it won't work even with a trailing edge dimmer.

Would it help if looked at the type of transformer by talking the light off.

Chances are it is an electronic transformer rather than wire wound - not all electroic transformers can be dimmed. Are there any stickers on the fitting, it would normally state on a transformer if it can be dimmed.