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Hardware support => Projects => Topic started by: HeneryH on February 23, 2018, 12:17:13 PM

Title: PowerStrip Mot
Post by: HeneryH on February 23, 2018, 12:17:13 PM

I have a use-case for a power strip with individually programmable outlets.  I'm currently using this old aquarium controller for my power https://www.neptunesystems.com/products/apex-controllers/apex-controller-system/ but would like to convert over to the Gateway solution for my power strip.
(https://www.neptunesystems.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/03/EB8_USA.jpg)

Anyone else want to collaborate on the design?

Would it be as simple as a hacked SwitchMot with 8 relays where each relay is wired to a receptacle mounted in a box?
(https://media.digikey.com/photos/Qualtek%20Photos/MFG_739W-X2%5E20_sml.jpg)

Title: Re: PowerStrip Mot
Post by: HeneryH on February 23, 2018, 01:01:03 PM

Yep, basically use a Moteino rather than that WiFi controller the author used.  Easier to hack an existing power strip rather than build a new one from scratch.  Thanks for the link and ideas.

Title: Re: PowerStrip Mot
Post by: sparky on February 23, 2018, 01:01:21 PM

Something similar to this?

Quote from: HeneryH on February 23, 2018, 01:01:03 PM

Yep, basically use a Moteino rather than that WiFi controller the author used.  Easier to hack an existing power strip rather than build a new one from scratch.  Thanks for the link and ideas.

Replacing with Moteino should be easy enough