Separately switch lamps of the same fixture
Separately switch lamps of the same fixture
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Hello,
For a 2' x 4' recessed 4 lamp(32W) T8 lighting fixture, would it be possible to switch inner two lamps and outer two lamps separately via two individual light switches?
Is there a special ballast configuration that may be required to be specified? Would it involve more wiring and labour than standard installation?
The reason for this application is to have the option for two different light levels.
Thank you.
For a 2' x 4' recessed 4 lamp(32W) T8 lighting fixture, would it be possible to switch inner two lamps and outer two lamps separately via two individual light switches?
Is there a special ballast configuration that may be required to be specified? Would it involve more wiring and labour than standard installation?
The reason for this application is to have the option for two different light levels.
Thank you.






RE: Separately switch lamps of the same fixture
RE: Separately switch lamps of the same fixture
Best to you,
Goober Dave
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RE: Separately switch lamps of the same fixture
Then again...
If the leads are too short for this and you have to add in extensions, you're into extra connections, additional wire nuts, and so on, which could add significantly to the total cost of this modification, depending on the local cost of labour and materials, as well as the overall size of the project. Plus the mod might be considered an alteration of the original fixture; you'd want your electrical inspector / AHJ to sign off on this before proceeding.
CR
RE: Separately switch lamps of the same fixture
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