Ramp timer with 3 prong outlet in/out?

[woodymnt]

I have a big and heavy Plizon (Vivispectra) LED light fixture, and I want to fix it up with a ramp timer. I need something that works like a regular timer for any appliance, only with the ramp function. Anyone know of something like this?

 

[Saltyreef]

I have a big and heavy Plizon (Vivispectra) LED light fixture, and I want to fix it up with a ramp timer. I need something that works like a regular timer for any appliance, only with the ramp function. Anyone know of something like this?

If this function is not built into the fixture on the PCB board i dont think its possible for an external timer to be able to do that.
The power cable supplies power and the internal controls control the LED array seperately.

 

[oreo54]

I have a big and heavy Plizon (Vivispectra) LED light fixture, and I want to fix it up with a ramp timer. I need something that works like a regular timer for any appliance, only with the ramp function. Anyone know of something like this?

Generally speaking that is not the way to do this .



First let me state that in NO way do I recommend doing it.
See the dim/ramp would normally be controlled by the internal driver.

Some but NONE with this particular light (that I'm aware of) have used things like smart dimmers which plug into the AC side.
It has worked.. maybe..
Why maybe? Because I am unaware of the long term effects of "blinking" the AC side so as to "dim" the internal drivers (and in this case fans).

See what it effectively does (in my opinion) is shut the light on and off frequently, like 500Hz making it appear dim.

What AI says..

AI Overview


Using a standard smart dimmer plug to control and dim an aquarium light does not work for most modern LED fixtures and can permanently damage the light's internal driver or power supply. Smart dimmer plugs use AC voltage chopping, whereas aquarium LEDs require steady power and rely on digital or inline DC controllers. [1, 2, 3]

Why Smart Dimmer Plugs Fail

• • Incompatible Electronics: Standard smart plugs (like household lamp dimmers) change the AC voltage waveform. Aquarium LED drivers interpret this as erratic power, leading to heavy flickering, buzzing, or complete component failure. [1, 2, 3]
  • Digital Switch Reset: Lights with push-button or touch-sensitive switches completely reset to "Off" or default factory brightness when power is cut and restored by a smart plug, ignoring any dimming memory. [1, 2]
  • On/Off Only: A standard non-dimming smart plug works safely for turning lights completely on or off via a schedule, but it cannot adjust brightness. [1]