I am currently planning the implementation of our smart home in the new build. I am still unsure about which basic system to use. However, I am already gathering components to be able to make comparisons.
Since I want to read the status of windows and patio doors (open, closed, tilted), I have researched and come up with the following options:
1. Window handle with integrated EnOcean transmitter (maintenance-free as it does not require batteries)
2. Wired window contacts installed in flush-mounted boxes. The cables would then be routed to the distribution panel.
3. Wireless window contacts with “Tibber”-style radio communication, no cables, no batteries
For me, window handles like those from HOPPE seem ideal. Does anyone have experience with such window handles? Since I do not want a closed patio door to be considered “closed” (the roller shutter should not close and lock me out if the patio door is only latched), wouldn’t only such a handle be suitable, or is it possible to simulate this somehow with window contacts?
Wouldn’t it be “smart” to choose these rotary handles instead of wiring all the windows to the distribution panel (do all contacts need to be wired individually to the panel, or can this be shortened by using multi-core cables)?
One more question:
If the window is forced open, the rotary handle does not detect this, right? Or is there a solution for this as well?
Since I want to read the status of windows and patio doors (open, closed, tilted), I have researched and come up with the following options:
1. Window handle with integrated EnOcean transmitter (maintenance-free as it does not require batteries)
2. Wired window contacts installed in flush-mounted boxes. The cables would then be routed to the distribution panel.
3. Wireless window contacts with “Tibber”-style radio communication, no cables, no batteries
For me, window handles like those from HOPPE seem ideal. Does anyone have experience with such window handles? Since I do not want a closed patio door to be considered “closed” (the roller shutter should not close and lock me out if the patio door is only latched), wouldn’t only such a handle be suitable, or is it possible to simulate this somehow with window contacts?
Wouldn’t it be “smart” to choose these rotary handles instead of wiring all the windows to the distribution panel (do all contacts need to be wired individually to the panel, or can this be shortened by using multi-core cables)?
One more question:
If the window is forced open, the rotary handle does not detect this, right? Or is there a solution for this as well?
The fitting itself has nothing to do with the magnetic contact since only the magnet is involved there.
You can either have the magnets installed right away or get, for example, corner deflectors with magnets and replace them yourself.
The contact does not care whether the magnet comes from Roto or Sigenia.
You can either have the magnets installed right away or get, for example, corner deflectors with magnets and replace them yourself.
The contact does not care whether the magnet comes from Roto or Sigenia.
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Hamburger20208 May 2020 23:17Thank you for the tips!
And can I install these magnets myself using just a screwdriver? Drilling isn’t necessary?
Let’s say I’m pretty much all thumbs, mainly a desk worker, but I can still manage to assemble an Ikea wardrobe.
And can I install these magnets myself using just a screwdriver? Drilling isn’t necessary?
Let’s say I’m pretty much all thumbs, mainly a desk worker, but I can still manage to assemble an Ikea wardrobe.
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Hamburger20209 May 2020 09:49Mycraft schrieb:
A cordless screwdriver would definitely be an advantage. hehe, as long as it’s not a hammer drill, everything’s fine
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Bayernbors20 Nov 2023 15:09I am considering a similar approach and thought I could bring this old topic back to life.
Have you done this already? The reed switch is surface-mounted, right? How would the cable be routed then?
I am curious about how this would look from an aesthetic point of view.
I have seen this installation and operating manual from ABB for bore installation / surface mounting.
Hamburger2020 schrieb:
And can I install these magnets myself using a screwdriver? Drilling is not necessary?
Have you done this already? The reed switch is surface-mounted, right? How would the cable be routed then?
I am curious about how this would look from an aesthetic point of view.
I have seen this installation and operating manual from ABB for bore installation / surface mounting.