How to Dim COB LED Strips Smoothly (0-100% Without Flicker)

Use 0-10V or DALI for low levels.

For smooth 0-100% dimming: dimmable driver + matching dimmer + PWM technology. Triac works but has a 10% floor. 0-10V and DALI go lower.

The Three Dimming Protocols

Triac is easiest retrofit but has 10% floor. 0-10V needs extra wires but dims lower. DALI is most flexible but most expensive.

COB technology delivers smooth, dot-free uniform light output.

COB technology delivers smooth, dot-free uniform light output.

COB technology delivers smooth, dot-free uniform light output.

Triac minimum load threshold. Use 0-10V or DALI for smooth dimming below 10%.

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