Dimmer Switch for $7.25

[MrJveselka]

how do you make a three plug

[AReptileMan]

I use one of these for fans and my shop vac in the Garage.

[MrJveselka]

could you do a core with a ground wire

[bros4life98]

Let me get this stright the ridged wires are NOT the hot wires correct?

[bros4life98]

Could you solder the wires together for extra support? Or would that take away from the current when you put the screw nut? PLEASE ANSWER!!

[thefrugalfilmmaker]

@bros4life98 I think soldering is pretty unnecessary. The screw nut is pretty solid on its own.

[bros4life98]

@thefrugalfilmmaker ok thanks for the tip

[rcboatdriver1234]

The only thing is you're not supposed to dim your lights because it changes the color temp but who cares

[thefrugalfilmmaker]

@rcboatdriver1234 This is true, they will go orange the more you dim them. Not always a bad thing, but something everyone should be aware of. Thanks for the reminder.

[rcboatdriver1234]

@thefrugalfilmmaker yeah just wanted to inform everyone, thanks for the video keep them coming

[DarinHohman]

@rcboatdriver1234 True. I find this type of dimmer is better for lights or lamps that you want in a scene but you don't want them over exposed or drawing attention away from your subject. It is a good way to control background lighting.

[AeroSport103]

Nice project! I would change two things.

1) You only needed to cut the hot wire on the extension cord to install the dimmer.

2) I would use a romax(sp) connector on the box to clamp the wires in place.

Thank you very much for the videos you provide. They are very helpful.

[DJelectfire]

It many cost more but you should use a grounded extension cord and ground the dimmer! One of the main rules in electricity is always ground your work!

[Infenro]

You didn't light the background lol

[Infenro]

Why do you not act like this every time lol. But seriously I love your videos, they are very well defined and paced just right so it's not too boring but not to crazy where you just don't know what's going on.

[arherrington]

He looks like an old Lebouf.

[EGOSWORLD1]

@arherrington HAHA old Shia Lebouf

[SiCurious]

Liked and favourited and shared and subscribed! Awesome video, very detailed... your voice is also very soothing :D

[Knoptop]

These things come in handy! I've used mine on almost every project I've done! Perfect for things like dimming table lamps and things that'll be in your shot.

[Me102288]

hmm wonder if I can find one thats 12volt dc @ about 14 amps

[fadetoinferno]

really? you're not gunna test it? woulda been nice to see it work.

[URYNOME]

@fadetoinferno He did test it, didnt you see him playing with it at the end?

[synforever1]

im just wondering, would this work exactly the same for a regular switch?

[thefrugalfilmmaker]

@synforever1 If by "regular switch" you mean the standard on/off kind, then no. There are other types of dimmers, but it needs to say "dimmer" on the box to be able to adjust light levels in small increments.

[MashCarl]

This is awesome. I split the cord inside the box so I could skip cutting the neutral. Easy way to save a step. Seriously, this was too easy. Thanks.

[MrJosarturo]

Los Mejores videos. Las mejores Ideas GRACIAS.

[cyrax037]

This is a great idea, if I could ever get it to work. I've brought 2 GE dimmers from Wal-Mart, and both of them where DOA. They wont take em back to exchange either, cuz of the nature of the product. I guess I'll try Lowes next.

[thefrugalfilmmaker]

@cyrax037 Home Depot is another good resource for $5 dimmers.

[cyrax037]

@thefrugalfilmmaker Yeah, Home Depot is pretty good too, the closests one is about 2 hours away tho.

[metroidprimegame]

i like push on and off dimmer more then rotate on and off i have 3 or 4 dimmer switchs and thay are all push on and off living room and office room my room and dining room

[emosuckspunkrules]

awesome!!!:) oh yeah you need to remind people to read the box if the lights that they are using are compatible with a dimmer specially on CFL type bulbs or else their houses may catch on fire :) just reminding.

[JONO3679]

im ok with getting an adaptor, and no you cant get the dimmer over here have look everywher,,,

[JONO3679]

would the dimmer work in new zealand,and and is there a shop where i can buy online and they will send it in the post to me,,,,,,,,,

[thefrugalfilmmaker]

@JONO3679 It might, but you would at least need an adapter. Are the parts listed for the dimmer unavailable in NZ?

[iAmATechGeek]

@thefrugalfilmmaker Hey! I'm from New Zealand too! Anyway - I can get all the parts, but I'm worried how it will work with the very high voltage.

[blv111]

Thank U Thank U Thank U .

This Is exactly What I Was Loking For (-: 

[thefrugalfilmmaker]

@blv111 You're welcome! Glad you found it useful. I sure do.

[thefrugalfilmmaker]

@correa12 Yep. The dimmer is rated for 600 watts, as mentioned in the video.

[ryhigdon]

@thefrugalfilmmaker so i was just at home depot getting materials to build this. an electrician who was waiting to talk to the employee heard what i was doing and we talked about it. according to him yes the 600 watt dimmer switch would work for a 500 however he said it risks at over heating. the light might start to flicker since the dimmer would be getting to hot. for a 500w he suggested getting a 1000w dimmer (40 bucks) and it would be totally safe. also use a 12 gauge ext. cord. most safe!!

[thefrugalfilmmaker]

The ridged wires are the neutral line. The hot wires go through the dimmer to allow the changes in voltage to the light, which causes the change in brightness.

[britsy13]

thank you very much sir :)

[britsy13]

Good day sir

starting @4:48 what is the purpose of connecting both wires with ridges?

thank you for the great tutorial :)

[etentertainment]

If I used a 3-prong extension cord, where would I connect the ground cable to? Thanks! Awesome video

[thefrugalfilmmaker]

You'd need a 3 prong adapter. Less than a buck at any hardware store.