All recently sold compact fluorescent energy saving lamps makes use of electronics to operate the lamp. Special ELECTRONIC switches (like dusk-to-dawn or movement detection) are not compatible with the electronics inside the lamp, causing damage to the lamp. To allow for a good combination we advise the use of SENSOR equipment with a RELAY (mechanical switch) or equipment with an ADDITIONAL built in resistor to protect the lamp. In other words: due to its complexity, asks your installer/lighting specialist for advice.

The Philips EcoClassic30 products are highly recommended for these APPLICATIONS, they are fully compatible with these electronic switches.

All recently sold compact fluorescent energy saving lamps makes use of electronics to operate the lamp. Special electronic switches (like dusk-to-dawn or movement detection) are not compatible with the electronics inside the lamp, causing damage to the lamp. To allow for a good combination we advise the use of sensor equipment with a relay (mechanical switch) or equipment with an additional built in resistor to protect the lamp. In other words: due to its complexity, asks your installer/lighting specialist for advice.

The Philips EcoClassic30 products are highly recommended for these applications, they are fully compatible with these electronic switches.