USA (110V) Electrical Question: Can't find LED light dimmer with GFCI outlet? - Page 1
Forum section: electronics / beginners

author: petreza
author_rank: Contributor
timestamp: November 03, 2016, 02:50:52 am
content: Hi,I have spent more than an hour searching for such a thing and this is the only place I know to ask. It seems to be rarer than the teeth of a unicorn riding hen.Basically I need this:http://www.homedepot.com/p/Leviton-15-Amp-125-Volt-Combo-Self-Test-Tamper-Resistant-GFCI-Outlet-and-Switch-White-GFSW1-0KW/206000203but with a little dimmer slider like this:http://www.homedepot.com/p/Lutron-Toggler-600-Watt-Single-Pole-3-Way-Eco-Dimmer-White-TG-603PGH-WH/100663449that is LED compatible.Any help would be greatly appreciated as I am at my wits end.Thanks!

author: Monkeh
author_rank: Super Contributor
timestamp: November 03, 2016, 03:22:00 am
content: I don't know that they would make such a thing.Can you not just get a dimmer and mount it next to your outlet?

author: petreza
author_rank: Contributor
timestamp: November 03, 2016, 03:27:47 am
content: It's for the bathroom. There is only one switch hole in the wall and modifications are impossible. So the only choice is to find a replacement.Thanks!

author: P90
author_rank: Frequent Contributor
timestamp: November 03, 2016, 03:42:04 am
content: Hole? Lol.Just install a double device remodel box. If there's no room between stud location for a double box, install two single boxes vertically. Not ideal, but works, and allowes for the installation of two standard devices, switch, dimmer, recep., etc...

author: Monkeh
author_rank: Super Contributor
timestamp: November 03, 2016, 03:43:34 am
content: I am imagining he doesn't want to try and cut a tile on the wall.

author: petreza
author_rank: Contributor
timestamp: November 03, 2016, 03:49:04 am
content: The wall is made of some kind of cement mix with a metal mesh for support half way through the wall - its not hollow. Also I am renting this place and if I did what you suggest the landlord will evict me.Thanks though! But replacing the switch is the only way.

author: P90
author_rank: Frequent Contributor
timestamp: November 03, 2016, 03:55:18 am
content: You'll have to go without a dimmer. They can't fit a receptacle and all the dimmer electronics plus heatsink into a single combination device.

author: P90
author_rank: Frequent Contributor
timestamp: November 03, 2016, 04:40:25 am
content: One other thought... since you're renting, you shouldn't be messing with anything electrical for liability reasons. Just be careful.

author: radar_macgyver
author_rank: Frequent Contributor
timestamp: November 03, 2016, 05:08:21 am
content: Use the GFCI+switch you found, plus an in-line dimmer:http://www.truevalue.com/thumbnail/Electrical-Lighting/Switches-Outlets/Dimmer-Switches-In-Line-Cords/pc/4/c/58/497.uts

author: P90
author_rank: Frequent Contributor
timestamp: November 03, 2016, 05:19:19 am
content: Quote from: radar_macgyver on November 03, 2016, 05:08:21 amUmmmm, I'm guessing he's trying to control some canlight or a hardwired light fixture...

author: petreza
author_rank: Contributor
timestamp: November 03, 2016, 05:34:33 am
content: Yes, the dimming should be for the hardwired light fixture that is connected to the flip switch. The outlet is for general 110V use.

author: P90
author_rank: Frequent Contributor
timestamp: November 03, 2016, 06:09:26 am
content: If it's a standard light socket, perhaps buy an LED bulb with remote controlJust a thought

author: grifftech
author_rank: Frequent Contributor
timestamp: November 03, 2016, 03:20:18 pm
content: run a long cord for the plug

author: Back2Volts
author_rank: Unknown
timestamp: November 04, 2016, 07:00:12 pm
content: Would it be such a nuisance to run the light at 100% with no dimmer ? That is what I have in my newly remodeled master bathroom.

author: Doofenshmirtz
author_rank: Contributor
timestamp: November 05, 2016, 07:40:29 am
content: Make the problem easier? Move the GFCI breaker to an outlet upstream in the circuit. Then you only need to source a dimmer/outlet.I'd hesitate to do this as a renter; as a landlord, I wouldn't be too happy if a renter did it without asking, but I'd be cooperative if they checked first and the work was done to code (i.e., a licensed electrician, at their expense).