All Lamps

For your convenience, this section contains general information about Challenger Lighting Company products. We’ve also included tips about compact fluorescent bulbs (CFLs), ADA requirements, chandelier and ceiling mounting, and more. Of course, if you still have questions, just ask us!

Hardwire Dimming Requirements: Technology is rapidly changing in lamping, creating some uncertainty when specifying dimming requirements. Consult with your electrical engineer on the lighting control (dimming system) that will be used before specifying dimming requirements.

To use a compact fluorescent bulb with a dimmer switch, you must use a bulb that's specifically made to work with a dimmer switch.

• Using a regular compact fluorescent bulb with dimming switches can shorten bulb life and void the bulb warranty.
• Incandescent lamping can be used with traditional dimming switches, but is not an energy efficient lamping solution.
• Dimming ballasts will have no effect on the life of a linear fluorescent lamp.

Diffusers: To conceal lamping, diffuse hot spots or minimize bugs or debris, a diffuser may be added to most portable or hardwire fixtures, depending upon lamping specified.

An acrylic diffuser at the top or bottom of your fixture in gloss or frosted opal/white with a coordinating lock-up knob is available.

Perforated metal can be supplied in metallic or white finish.