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  Recommended 12V DC controlled contactor
Posted by: eladn - 06-30-2021, 12:54 AM - Forum: KC868-HxB series Smart Controller - Replies (5)

The contactors sold at Kincony's store are operated with 230V AC.
1. Can you recommend other contactors that use 12V DC for operation?
2. Are there any downsides for using 12V DC contactors instead of 230V AC ones?

Thanks,
Elad

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  DS18B20 with COLB
Posted by: ahcdias - 06-29-2021, 12:46 AM - Forum: KC868-HxB series Smart Controller - Replies (1)

Is it possible to work with more than one DS18B20 in the same channel of the COL-B?

I would like to monitor more than 5 temperature points...

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  Home assistant Add-on:Zigbee2mqtt github installation
Posted by: admin - 06-28-2021, 12:12 AM - Forum: DIY Project - No Replies

Add the repository URL under Supervisor->Add-on store->...->Manage add-on repositories:

https://github.com/zigbee2mqtt/hassio-zigbee2mqtt

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  Zigbee2mqtt add-on Configuration for home assistant
Posted by: admin - 06-27-2021, 04:11 AM - Forum: DIY Project - No Replies

data_path: /config/zigbee2mqtt
external_converters: []
devices: devices.yaml
groups: groups.yaml
homeassistant: true
permit_join: false
mqtt:
  base_topic: zigbee2mqtt
  server: mqtt://192.168.2.220:1883
  user: mqtt
  password: '123'
serial:
  port: /dev/ttyACM0
advanced:
  log_level: info
  pan_id: 6754
  channel: 11
  network_key:
    - 1
    - 3
    - 5
    - 7
    - 9
    - 11
    - 13
    - 15
    - 0
    - 2
    - 4
    - 6
    - 8
    - 10
    - 12
    - 13
  availability_blocklist: []
  availability_passlist: []
device_options: {}
blocklist: []
passlist: []
queue: {}
frontend:
  port: 8099
experimental: {}
socat:
  enabled: false
  master: pty,raw,echo=0,link=/tmp/ttyZ2M,mode=777
  slave: tcp-listen:8485,keepalive,nodelay,reuseaddr,keepidle=1,keepintvl=1,keepcnt=5
  options: '-d -d'

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  Xiaomi zigbee switch configure for home assistant by Zigbee2mqtt
Posted by: admin - 06-27-2021, 04:07 AM - Forum: DIY Project - Replies (1)

sensor:
  - platform: mqtt
    name: Voltage
    state_topic: "zigbee2mqtt/0x00158d00067ec29e"
    value_template: "{{ value_json.battery }}"
    unit_of_measurement: "%"
    availability_topic: "zigbee2mqtt/bridge/state"
    payload_available: "online"
    payload_not_available: "offline"
    qos: 0
    device_class: battery

  - platform: mqtt
    name: signal
    state_topic: "zigbee2mqtt/0x00158d00067ec29e" 
    value_template: "{{ value_json.linkquality }}"
    availability_topic: "zigbee2mqtt/bridge/state"
    payload_available: "online"
    payload_not_available: "offline"
    qos: 0
    device_class: signal_strength

  - platform: mqtt
    name: click
    state_topic: "zigbee2mqtt/0x00158d00067ec29e"
    value_template: "{{ value_json.click }}"
    availability_topic: "zigbee2mqtt/bridge/state"
    payload_available: "online"
    payload_not_available: "offline"

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  time function
Posted by: athxp - 06-24-2021, 05:04 AM - Forum: KC868-HxB series Smart Controller - Replies (15)

I would like to use COL to set a time function + a light sensor. i have already wired everything, but i can't program how i want: i would like it from 22 to 7 every day, if DI4 = 1, then k27 on for 10 seconds. I don't find the specific way to set the function from 10pm to 7am thank you

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  NTC Thermistor with KC868-COLB
Posted by: ahcdias - 06-23-2021, 02:13 AM - Forum: KC868-HxB series Smart Controller - Replies (3)

I'm testing a NTC Thermistor with analog input of COLB.
An NTC 103AT in series with a 10k resistor.
Both connected to +5V and input A1.

The voltage measured at input A1 is different from the calculated one (VA1 = 10k x 5/(RThermistor + 10k).
It seems that the A1 input impedance is low and influences the circuit.
Can you help me with that?


Thanks!

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  Lesson16- Home Automation using TASMOTA for http mqtt knx
Posted by: admin - 06-23-2021, 01:07 AM - Forum: KC868-A series and Uair Smart Controller - Replies (11)

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  SSR 40A vs SSR 25A
Posted by: eladn - 06-22-2021, 02:55 PM - Forum: KC868-HxB series Smart Controller - Replies (2)

As suggested, I consider using SSR relays as secondary relays to protect the built-in relays from load. My load is for lighting/blinds only (each channel should require < 300W).

I noticed that the SSRs are typically sold for loads of 10A/25A/40A. The prices are quite the same (the extra load capacity costs a few extra cents). I also noticed that when the environmental temperatures gets higher a 10A SSR can withstand <10A load (the same goes for the 25A & 40A SSRs). Why shouldn't I just purchase the 40A to maximize its life expectancy?

Lets assume I use a fixed eventual load of 5A for the lighting channel (for example). Does the 40A SSR require a higher *operating load* than the 10A SSR, and by so might wore more the actuator's built-in relay?

Thanks a lot!
Elad

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  What is the relay model installed in KC868-HxB?
Posted by: eladn - 06-22-2021, 02:34 PM - Forum: KC868-HxB series Smart Controller - Replies (3)

I understand that the built-in relays might get worn and have to be replaced after a few years of operation.
1. What is the model/specifications of the relay units installed in the actuator? Can it be soldered (out and in) easily at home with a simple solder, or does it require special equipment/specialty? Do these relays getting worn when sitting on the shelf unused? I consider buying a few relay units in advanced and store them at home for such case.
2. Can I replace these relays with higher quality ones?
3. How much does using a secondary contactor enlarges the life expectancy of these built-in relays? What is the most recommended contactors? Are SSR contactors preferable over magnetic ones? Does it wore them less if they operate on DC12V?
4. Is it recommended to use RC snubber for SSR contactors or it is relevant only for magnetics?

Thanks,
Elad

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