Multi Sensor Temp Feature / Thermostats and 240 Volt Heaters

[Aricsdaddy (Simon)]

Does anyone know if it is possible to use the temperature feature on the Smartthings Multi Sensor to switch sockets or switches on or off?

I have both and really wanted to have a way to use that with a small oil heater, but cannot find a way to do this. Or does anyone know of a Z-Wave / Zigbee Thermostat that is not ridiculously priced? Since I am on this line of questioning, does anyone know of a Z-Wave or Zigbee solution for 240 volt electric fan heaters too. My house is all electric and it would be nice to have a way to control the heat centrally instead of silly expensive individual room programmable thermostats.

[keltymd (Matt)]

you can use the temp from any sensor in ST to do that. Just create a rule in rule machine that switches the outlet the heater is plugged into on.

[Aricsdaddy (Simon)]

Hi. Simple question, what is rule machine?

[keltymd (Matt)]

oh my friend it is the best gift ever given to SamrtThings @bravenel is the savior of our platform

Rule Machine Version 1.7 Released

Rule Machine Version 1.7.0 released This update is primarily to add thermostat operating state functionality and to fix bugs related to thermostats. It is now possible to use thermostat operating state as a trigger or condition, in addition to thermostat mode. Certain bugs were identified in the previous versions with respect to thermostat modes and fan operation. These have been fixed. Due to limitations of my setup, I am not able to fully test these features. Feedback is greatly appreciated, and I shall respond to any bugs reported promptly. Rule github: https://github.com/bravenel/Rule-Trigger/blob/master/smartapps/bravenel/rule.src/rule.groovy. Save and Publish for me.

[ero4444 (Eric)]

@Aricsdaddy

Z-Wave or Zigbee solution for 240 volt electric fan heaters

are you referring to direct-wired? There is an interesting new Zwave line-volt thermostat

Stelpro releases the first Z-Wave Plus Line-Voltage thermostat: the STZW402+ Stelpro Ki Thermostat

Hi there, Stelpro just released the very first Z-Wave Plus line-voltage thermostat aimed to control baseboard heaters and convectors up to 4000W powered at 240V (also works up to 2000W at 120V). It’s the Stelpro Ki Thermostat (STZW402+) It can be purchased here: https://www.aartech.ca/stz402-zwave-line-voltage-baseboard-thermostat.html For more details go here: http://www.stelpro.com/en-US/4000-w-ki-thermostat-smart-home/

But you’d be better off spending the money on insulation.