Smart Switch (not lights)

15-08-2021 07:22PM #1

Does anyone know of a good replacement for a wall switch (looks like a light switch but with the orange light) that will work with a Google home?

The one I want to replace looks like the one in this link https://www.meteorelectrical.com/switches-and-sockets/switches-sockets/20-amp-1-gang-double-pole-switch-with-neon.html

emaherx · 15-08-2021 08:11PM

I assume you want to switch a heavy load like an immersion?

I just use a regular smart switch with a separate heavy duty relay.

I use a Shelly smart switch, with this relay https://www.heatingcontrolsonline.co.uk/spdt-relay-230v-20a-p-664.html

15-08-2021 08:14PM

Thanks. It’s for an oil burner so not as high as an immersion but high enough. I’m not sure where I’d put the relay as I wanted to just put on a new switch where the old one is and the wires only barely reach the old one, but I’ll have a look and see could I work anything.

emaherx · 15-08-2021 08:30PM

Have you smart switches already? Or any idea what eco system you'd like to use?

I use this one on my boiler.

https://www.amazon.co.uk/HBN-Wall-Mounted-Compatible-Assistant-Anywhere/dp/B07PYWFKDY

It works with the Tuya App. I've a mix of different brands and eco systems but control them all with home Assistant.

15-08-2021 08:43PM

I’ve the in-line sonoffs wired into things like lamps and tv extension leads, and use a couple of the plug in sonoff units in the kitchen. Those and some smart appliances controlled with various google/nest home displays. So I’d like to be able to control with all the google stuff.

I'd initially tried to fit a digital oil timer switch (non smart) but the cables weren’t long enough at the back of the switch to connect it in.

Smart Switch (not lights)

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