Flickering LED lights

**Bob Willson** · 25th December 2019, 12:15 PM

I recently replaced my older LED lights with dimmable ones that are a fair bit brighter.

The new ones are very similar to these,but not exactly the same: Recessed Dimmable 10W 13W 16W 20W 25W LED Downlight Kit Warm/Cool White Light | eBay

The old ones were not dimmable and each had their own little transformer, whilst the new ones plug straight in to the 220v lighting circuit via a surface mounted three point connector. NEW 10 x Surface Socket Outlet Plug Base 250VAC 10 Amp for LED Downlight - 3 Pin | eBay These were of a surprisingly good quality given the cheapness of buying them in bulk (10 for $20)

The problem is that the new ones flicker at odd times. I am thinking that the flickering is happening at the same time the electricity company sends a signal down the lines to the storage water heaters etc to turn them on/off.

I had previously complained to the electricity company when my fan was making a lot of noise due to their signals. They (mostly) fixed it up but it has become worse of late.

My question is: Is there any way to (cheaply) modulate the power lines so that the signals do not affect my equipment.

**Bernmc** · 25th December 2019, 12:24 PM

I found that using a decent LED dimmer (like this one) fixed my weird intermitted flickerings. But not sure if that's applicable in your case

**Bob Willson** · 25th December 2019, 01:19 PM

Thanks for that bernmc

I have not yet installed the dimmer part of the circuit, so that cannot be the problem.

The dimmer is quite expensive, but I like that it includes filtering to reduce load brightness variation under conditions of line voltage ripple signal injection.

Also, the fan still makes noise.

Bob Willson

**apple8** · 25th December 2019, 04:44 PM

Originally Posted by Bob Willson

Thanks for that bernmc

Also, the fan still makes noise.

Bob Willson

Swapping out your fan for a DC ceiling fan could solve your problem.

**Bob Willson** · 26th December 2019, 01:13 AM

Maybe, but I am economically disincentivised to do that.

Also, the lights would still flicker.

**Chris Parks** · 26th December 2019, 09:18 AM

Not flickering but a general heads up on LED lights such as these, all the ones I have installed needed attention because the electrical clamping screws were not tight enough. I know they don't have a big current load but all of mine needed attention.

**Bob Willson** · 26th December 2019, 10:46 AM

Good heads up Chris
Mine didn't have clamps on them that are accessible, the plugs were moulded and the other ends were inside the sealed unit.

**Bob Willson** · 15th January 2020, 01:03 AM

Is nobody able to help me with this problem?

**KMoffett** · 15th January 2020, 06:22 AM

Google: flickering dimmable LEDs. There is a lot if information. The main problem seems to be dimmers that are not designed to work with LEDs. Thisgs like:
Solve LED dimming problems like flickering and strobing with these 4 simple tips

**Beardy** · 15th January 2020, 07:02 AM

Gday Bob, I had the same issue on a new house I built and could not stop the flickering
Fortunately I purchased them through an Australian supplier and they couldn’t offer a solution either and eventually I sent all 40 of them back and replaced them with another identical looking cheap one and problem solved.
Buy a couple from another supplier and see how you go, there is a good chance it is the fittings. I suggest you get them from an electrical wholesaler as they will be of reliable quality, the replacement ones were Sunny brand

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