This circuit allows a 240V mains appliance to be controlled remotely via low-voltage cabling and a pushbutton switch. The mains appliance (in this case, a light bulb) is switched with a suitably-rated ...

Vishay Intertechnology, Inc. released six new low-voltage, high-precision dual single-pole single-throw (SPST) analog switches in space-saving TDFN and MSOP surface-mount packages. Vishay ...

In 2022, the global market for commercial and residential smart lighting alone was worth $13.5 billion, according to IMARC Group. By 2028, the research firm expects it to top $41.2 billion. Those ...

Lutron’s Caséta family is our favorite smart in-wall lighting control, and today the company announced a specialized dimmer designed for low-voltage applications such as undercabinet, track, accent, ...

Standard MOSFETs require driver circuits to enhance their gates by applying a voltage that's typically 5 to 20V either side of the supply rail. Accordingly, the easiest way to build a switch is to use ...

In general terms, dimmers are devices that vary light level (intensity) of lamps by controlling the amount of power that is delivered to the lamp. Dimming can be controlled by either manual or ...

Dear Jim: I just finished redoing the landscaping and I need to install some lighting for highlighting it and for security. Is low-voltage lighting my best do-it-yourself choice? What type of fixtures ...

Q: I have a great yard and enjoy being out in it and entertaining friends. But once it gets dark, we move indoors. What are my options to enjoy the yard longer? A: Low-voltage outdoor landscape ...