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Mar 08, 2016 - 12:33 PM
Hello. To work best, the Fibaro dimmer needs a momentary switch. The best option I have found is from Varilight and comes in a range of finished (but no glass). They can also provide a 3 position momentary switch under their power grid range. Good luck!
Mar 08, 2016 - 01:17 PM
Finding nice switches is a problem. You really want reactive switches rather than bistable ones. Personally I like to be able to "dimmer up and down" (roller blind mode), so have gone for Click Deco Three way reactive switches, which are quite nice. The problem is with all switches is they are designed to switch high loads (10A or 6A),so the press action is a little hard, however the switches (which are modular) are affordable. Schneider Electric also do a very nice range of reactive switches as well however they are rather expensive. If you just want a single button dimmer it is best to go for a "two way reactive switch".
Mar 08, 2016 - 07:02 PM
We use a plain 3-position retractive switch the type commonly used for roller blinds. Look on eBay for Scolmore minigrid or Click system.
Not as nice as a rotary switch but still beats a touchpad for usability.
Not as nice as a rotary switch but still beats a touchpad for usability.
Mar 09, 2016 - 03:02 AM
Best solution, as other people have said is to use momentary (retractive) switches from Scolmore, MK, British General, Simplicity...
These guides should help you.
Using different switches with Fibaro Dimmer 2 -Ã http://www.vesternet.com/resources/ap...
Momentary Switches -Ã http://www.vesternet.com/resources/ap...
These guides should help you.
Using different switches with Fibaro Dimmer 2 -Ã http://www.vesternet.com/resources/ap...
Momentary Switches -Ã http://www.vesternet.com/resources/ap...
Mar 11, 2016 - 09:58 AM
Thanks - great answer; although I think you mean retractive. The Schnieder ones look great.
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