I've been looking for some relays that I could use for home automation.
What I had in mind was a relay that can go in the electrical box with the light switch. It is usually kinda cramped there so low profile would be necessary.
My plan was to use a PLC, and a touch screen that has a web UI so I can also use my phone, and use the PLC for timers when on vacation and touchscreen when around the house. Touchscreen would be installed in a wall.. not a wireless tablet type of thing.
Or am I going about this the wrong way?
Is the wiring / labor to install cost the same or greater than just buying wireless light switches??
What do you guys use for home automation??
What I had in mind was a relay that can go in the electrical box with the light switch. It is usually kinda cramped there so low profile would be necessary.
My plan was to use a PLC, and a touch screen that has a web UI so I can also use my phone, and use the PLC for timers when on vacation and touchscreen when around the house. Touchscreen would be installed in a wall.. not a wireless tablet type of thing.
Or am I going about this the wrong way?
Is the wiring / labor to install cost the same or greater than just buying wireless light switches??
What do you guys use for home automation??