Hello,
In the secondhand house we bought, some light switches are not located where we would like them to be. Installing new junction boxes and running cables is not an option due to the effort involved. That’s why I’m looking for a wireless switch system, where a receiver relay is installed in the existing switch box and I can place a transmitter with a switch or push button at the desired new position.
There are some simple solutions available even in hardware stores, but I would prefer something Wi-Fi-based that can later be integrated into a home automation system. I want to use these switches to create a presence simulation. Is there a good overview of options somewhere, or can you recommend anything?
As a central controller, I’m considering a Raspberry Pi with appropriate software. I plan to tinker with it a bit in the future.
In the secondhand house we bought, some light switches are not located where we would like them to be. Installing new junction boxes and running cables is not an option due to the effort involved. That’s why I’m looking for a wireless switch system, where a receiver relay is installed in the existing switch box and I can place a transmitter with a switch or push button at the desired new position.
There are some simple solutions available even in hardware stores, but I would prefer something Wi-Fi-based that can later be integrated into a home automation system. I want to use these switches to create a presence simulation. Is there a good overview of options somewhere, or can you recommend anything?
As a central controller, I’m considering a Raspberry Pi with appropriate software. I plan to tinker with it a bit in the future.
empyresystems20 Feb 2019 12:13Hi,
I can also recommend BleBox. They work with Wi-Fi, are very compact, and have an open API. Basically, they do not require a central gateway but can already be fully integrated, for example, into Domoticz. From there, they can be controlled via MQTT and similar protocols. As far as I know, they are also under discussion for OpenHab. The controllers are not as inexpensive as, for example, Shelly or Sonoff, but they are of very high quality. The housing is made from a fire-resistant material rated up to 130°C (266°F), which completely encloses the electronics. There are no screws, no plastic, and no openings. The dimming characteristics of the dimmer modules are very good.
Controllers are available as:
These modules can be found, among other places, on eBay.
If you are interested, I am also a dealer...
Good luck
I can also recommend BleBox. They work with Wi-Fi, are very compact, and have an open API. Basically, they do not require a central gateway but can already be fully integrated, for example, into Domoticz. From there, they can be controlled via MQTT and similar protocols. As far as I know, they are also under discussion for OpenHab. The controllers are not as inexpensive as, for example, Shelly or Sonoff, but they are of very high quality. The housing is made from a fire-resistant material rated up to 130°C (266°F), which completely encloses the electronics. There are no screws, no plastic, and no openings. The dimming characteristics of the dimmer modules are very good.
Controllers are available as:
- Switches 230V (single and double)
- Dimmer 230V
- Roller shutter/blind controller
- Door/gate controller
- RGB(W) LED dimmer 12-24V
- LED dimmer (mono) 12-24V
- LED amplifier (amplifier only, no Wi-Fi)
- Push-button interface with battery (the one you are also looking for!)
- Remote controls
- Parking sensor (display only, no Wi-Fi)
- Air quality sensor
- Temperature sensor
These modules can be found, among other places, on eBay.
If you are interested, I am also a dealer...
Good luck
empyresystems20 Feb 2019 12:23O
Obstlerbaum20 Feb 2019 17:14empyresystems schrieb:
The housing is made of a fire-resistant material rated up to 130°C (266°F), completely enclosing the electronics. There are no screws, no plastic, and no openings. The dimming performance of the dimmer modules is very good. The challenge with dimmers is that not all light fixtures are the same. Some work really well with them, while others don’t. And 130°C (266°F) is rather a “low fire” rating—what benefit is that supposed to provide?empyresystems schrieb:
- Switches 230V (single and double)
You can find these modules, among other places, on Ebay.
If anyone is interested, I’m also a dealer...In a typical price comparison, a standard switch costs about 4 times as much as a Shelly. Do they offer any additional features, or am I missing something? What exactly does “high quality” mean?
miho schrieb:
The Shelly looks great just for switching. Then I would only need a battery-powered transmitter at the new switch. Is there a ready-made solution available for this?I would suggest the Xiaomi push-button switch, which is battery-powered. If a central control unit is planned anyway, adding this and a Xiaomi gateway won’t hurt.
empyresystems20 Feb 2019 18:42Obstlerbaum schrieb:
The challenge with dimmers is that not all lighting fixtures are the same. They work great with some, but not with others. And 130°C (266°F) is more like a “cool flame”—what’s the point of that? Ultimately, the housing, and therefore most of the device, is made from this material. It is a synthetic resin (polyurethane) that is cast around the electronics. This reduces the risk of issues like cable fires or similar problems. The fact that the material is self-extinguishing and rated to Thermal Class B (up to 130°C (266°F)) only emphasizes that it is a higher-quality material compared to, for example, plain plastic.
Comparable products often don’t offer these features at all.
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