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Part Number SLC5BCW
FinishWhite Tones,
Wattage150 watts
Item Package Quantity1
Item Dimensions
Weight2.72 Ounces
Length3.88 inches
Width2.30 inches
Height7.80 inches
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Photoelectric light controls sense light levels and automatically turn lights on at dusk and off at dawn. They end coming home to a dark house, simulate home occupancy to deter intruders and require no seasonal adjustments as with timers. Plus, since lights are on when needed, light controls save money and energy too.
Product Description
Adds safety security and convenience. Programmable off-timer from 2,5,8 hours random off timer deters intruders. Contact plunger allows adjustment of sensor window direction for optimum performance. Works with incandescent and compact fluorescent bulb. Digital microprocessor for full brightness and no flicker operation. Turn lights on at dusk and off at programmed time.
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64 of 65 people found the following review helpful
I really liked the specs of this item and bought two from Home Depot (several variations of the same can be found in Fred Meyer and other stores).
As couple of others have pointed out, it doesn't turn off at dawn in the dusk-to-dawn mode, as advertised I did some experiments indoors and it turns out that while it can turn on correctly in low light conditions, the logic is faulty in detecting ambient light while the light is ON - perhaps it is a difficult problem. I contacted the Company via email and they confirm it will not work if the outside is cloudy - which is most of the time in the Seattle area.
I tried to use it in the 8 hour mode recently, but even that seems to be faulty - it works for about a week, and again does not turn off after 8 hours.
I hope the company can fix this annoying bug.
As couple of others have pointed out, it doesn't turn off at dawn in the dusk-to-dawn mode, as advertised I did some experiments indoors and it turns out that while it can turn on correctly in low light conditions, the logic is faulty in detecting ambient light while the light is ON - perhaps it is a difficult problem. I contacted the Company via email and they confirm it will not work if the outside is cloudy - which is most of the time in the Seattle area.
I tried to use it in the 8 hour mode recently, but even that seems to be faulty - it works for about a week, and again does not turn off after 8 hours.
I hope the company can fix this annoying bug.
62 of 63 people found the following review helpful
I purchased this item after reading the negative reviews, so I was prepared for the worst. The reason I bought it was that it was the only device of it's kind (after lots of searching) that worked with CFL lightbulbs. I bought two of these for the lights in front of my building and it works fine with the timer turned on (for 8 hours). The CFL bulbs I'm using shine at their normal brightness. Out of curiosity I tried it in the default dusk-till-dawn mode, and like other reviewers noted, the light control has trouble knowing when to turn off. One of the lights did turn off on it's own, but only because the sun was shining directly on it. The other light stayed on all day. Another thing to mention is that when you flip the light switch off then on, or have a power outage, the light control resets back to the default mode. So if you leave it in a timed mode and notice one day that the light stays on, double-check that the timer wasn't reset. I've had these two light controls for a few months in 8 hour mode and they work great. I also bought a plastic cover that goes over the light switch so no one accidentally switches the light off and it works great. 12 each: Ace Switch Guard (3017746)
36 of 38 people found the following review helpful
Environmentally minded as you are you search high and low for one of these timers that is CF-bulb compatible. And then you come across this one: it looks sleek and simple, has basic features, is not too expensive. Finally you've found what you want! But then there are all the negative reviews: "doesn't work," "disappointed," "wont shut off." But you just wanna believe that you're different, that it is gonna work for you. And with high hopes you buy one, and install it, and moments later find yourself shaking your head and writing a review just like this one. This is my story. Don't waste your time with this.
Most Recent Customer Reviews
Worked for 45 days
I bought two of these. Both were originally programmed from dusk to dawn. Both worked. Decided that I really only need them on for 8 hours. Both worked. Read more
Published 28 days ago by Don
Perfect, love it!
I have bought 2 of these for my patio and they work great. Both turn on at dusk and off at dawn, never had any issue with them. This is exactly what I was looking for. Read more
Published 1 month ago by R. Gondim
Faulty item that does not turn off at dawn
Item is faulty since first day of use. Although it turns light on at dusk, it does not turn it off at dawn, no matter what you do programming it as per factory instructions. Read more
Published 1 month ago by Don Quixote
Crappy do not buy
While new sporadic at best. It decided to just stop working after 2 months. Bought two thinking the one I got was the issue, same issue with the second one. Stay away!
Published 1 month ago by A. Guerra
worked great with LED bulb
I've had this gadget for over 6 months now and it works like a charm with a 3W LED bulb. To those who wrote bad reviews I can only guess that they either had defective items, or... Read more
Published 1 month ago by Marcus Schoepke
Works Well
Despite the bad reviews, I need something like this and took the risk and bought two. It works well and does not minimize the output like some other units.
Published 1 month ago by Steven Gabbard
works for me
I've had two of these on my front porch for about a month. Overall I am very pleased. I have them set for the 8-hour timed off and it works perfectly.
Published 2 months ago by Joe Blough
Don't Buy
Westek is part of the company Amertac. Bought this item from Amazon and a touch dimmer from Home Depot. All items I've tried from this company is trash. Read more
Published 2 months ago by Alex
Worked as a timer for about 2 weeks but now won't turn on
I bought one of these to use in a floor lamp in my three year old's bedroom. He didn't want to goto sleep without his lamp on. Read more
Published 2 months ago by J. Surma
Don't have any problems with them and they work great
I'm just glad I don't have the problems you all are having. I have 2 of these and use them for a back and side door for extra security lighting at night. Read more
Published 2 months ago by I_Like_Iowa
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