Dimmer/rocker light switch combo - a question

[Rollerball]

I have a dimmer/rocker combo, this:

https://www.amazon.co.uk/dp/B0DJSV6DK9

however, I need the dimmer's rotary knob to have some resistance or to click as it turns so that when I push the knob to turn the lights on and off I don't accidentally adjust the brightness of the lights. The one above rotates far too easily and I end up turning it a bit every time it's used.

 

[CountryFan]

Is there a reason for wanting a separate rocker switch? Most dimmer switches operate on/off and rotary combined.

 

[morqthana]

If you have dimmer switch that means you want to adjust the brightness of the light, have it set to different levels at different times.

What's the big deal with having to twiddle the knob because it's accidentally been changed from the previous setting vs having to twiddle the knob because you want it at a different setting?

 

[mikehammer69]

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[Rollerball]

Is there a reason for wanting a separate rocker switch? Most dimmer switches operate on/off and rotary combined.

Sorry, I should have explained - the dimmer switch is for the overhead spotlights in my kitchen - these used to be standard non-dimmable spots but now I want to add dimmable 'warm' (2700K) spots and adjust accordingly.

The rocker switch is for some small under-cupboard flourescent strip lights.

The old switch plate is just two rocker switches.

 

[Rollerball]

If you have dimmer switch that means you want to adjust the brightness of the light, have it set to different levels at different times.

What's the big deal with having to twiddle the knob because it's accidentally been changed from the previous setting vs having to twiddle the knob because you want it at a different setting?

The problem is that I want to avoid slightly adjusting the knob knob's rotation as I push the switch to turn the lights on/off - this knob rotates easily so every time it's pressed it will accidentally rotate a bit and so adjust how I've set the brightness, which will be annoying.

 

[mikehammer69]

The problem is that I want to avoid slightly adjusting the knob knob's rotation as I push the switch to turn the lights on/off - this knob rotates easily so every time it's pressed it will accidentally rotate a bit and so adjust how I've set the brightness, which will be annoying.

Yes , i've seen that issue and can see how it's a little annoying

Maybe look up the dimmers on Screwfix or Amazon and post questions asking if the brightness changes when pressing it ?

 

[CountryFan]

Sorry, I should have explained - the dimmer switch is for the overhead spotlights in my kitchen - these used to be standard non-dimmable spots but now I want to add dimmable 'warm' (2700K) spots and adjust accordingly.

The rocker switch is for some small under-cupboard flourescent strip lights.

Maybe separate the 2? Even maybe use an architrave switch if room is limited?

 

[mikehammer69]

Oops forgot that , you've the dimmer and another switch so options would be limited as currently setup.

 

[morqthana]

https://www.amazon.co.uk/dp/B0DJSV6DK9

You do wonder about some people....

 

[Rollerball]

Some sadly aren't the brightest bulbs in the chandelier of life ..........

 

[morqthana]

The problem is that I want to avoid slightly adjusting the knob knob's rotation as I push the switch to turn the lights on/off - this knob rotates easily so every time it's pressed it will accidentally rotate a bit and so adjust how I've set the brightness, which will be annoying.

Oh dear.

Maybe look up the dimmers on Screwfix or Amazon and post questions asking if the brightness changes when pressing it ?

Or find a dimmer which has a rotary switch, not a push one. They are very often held onto the faceplate by a thin nut on the variable resistor, and easily swappable.

Oops forgot that , you've the dimmer and another switch so options would be limited as currently setup.

2G grid with a dimmer module, and a switch module.

 

[BS3036]

You do wonder about some people....

I think the point is that the product is advertised as fitting in a 25mm box...

 

[morqthana]

I think the point is that the product is advertised as fitting in a 25mm box...