My name is Alexis and I’m new with SmartThings automation and almost 0 knowledge of electrical Stuff.
I want to evolve and use z wave switches (I have a SmartThings Hub / Schlage Lock and a couple of sensors working)
Is there any 3 gang and 2 gang Switches? I have traditional ones (Around 4 in x 3 in aprox with multiple switches) and want to know what’s the best for me and how i install them
In the UK, The switch box is always the same size. But this is a typical triple gang switch. it’s very similar to a US combination switch except that the UK switch is square.
Z wave frequencies are different in different countries because the frequencies that are used by local first responders like ambulance crews and fire departments are different. So the Z wave frequency has to be chosen so that it will not interfere with local ambulances.
The frequency assigned to the Dominican republic is the same as the one assigned to Australia/New Zealand.
However, the electrical systems are typically 115 V, which is not the same as the US, Europe, or Australia.
A few things, in our country we don’t even have 911 in all of our cities just the main ones, and no law regulates the Z wave Frequencies. Everything that i bought from US Amazon works perfectly (SmartThings, Sensors, Smart Plugs, Schlage Lock, etc).
I know a couple of companies that work in automation here and use Leviton, Lutron, Savant , etc, but they are too expensive for just installing a Switch and thats way im trying to find a solution.
What is the model number of your hub? If you bought it in the US, it almost certainly uses the US zwave frequency, so any devices you buy will also have to match that frequency exactly. ( and the frequency cannot be changed after this manufactured)
OK, that is a V2 hub on the US frequency. So you will have to buy Z wave devices that are also on the US frequency. Zigbee devices work with either region.
I don’t know what to say about the switches because the ones on the US frequency are not going to match your electrical circuit. You are above their maximum specification, which creates a fire hazard.
