# Toggle Switch Fan Controller **URL:** \ **Category:** Devices & Integrations\ **Created:** [June 22, 2015, 8:55pm UTC](https://community.smartthings.com/t/toggle-switch-fan-controller/18228 "2015-06-22T20:55:18Z")\ **Posts on this page:** 6\ **Page:** 1
**Author:** ![NorCalLights](https://yyz2.discourse-cdn.com/smartthings/user_avatar/community.smartthings.com/norcallights/32/31085_2.png) [@NorCalLights](https://community.smartthings.com/u/NorCalLights)\ **Post date:** [June 22, 2015, 8:55pm UTC](https://community.smartthings.com/t/toggle-switch-fan-controller/18228/1 "2015-06-22T20:55:18Z")
Anyone know of a zigbee or zwave fan control switch that uses a standard toggle form-factor? I know there are a few decora options (including the GE one) but my whole house is toggles, and I don’t like the look of decora in an old house anyway. I need local (non-app) control of fan speed and on/off. Thanks. ---
**Author:** ![lmosenko](https://avatars.discourse-cdn.com/v4/letter/l/a698b9/32.png) [@lmosenko](https://community.smartthings.com/u/lmosenko)\ **Post date:** [June 23, 2015, 2:06pm UTC](https://community.smartthings.com/t/toggle-switch-fan-controller/18228/2 "2015-06-23T14:06:39Z")
All of these will work for you: (Amazon) ![](https://global.discourse-cdn.com/smartthings/original/3X/b/8/b884d8b48ba9818703ad7408a75e639ab73f6a94.png) ---
**Author:** ![ero4444](https://yyz2.discourse-cdn.com/smartthings/user_avatar/community.smartthings.com/ero4444/32/131402_2.png) [@ero4444](https://community.smartthings.com/u/ero4444)\ **Post date:** [June 24, 2015, 5:11pm UTC](https://community.smartthings.com/t/toggle-switch-fan-controller/18228/3 "2015-06-24T17:11:08Z")
he didn’t ask for plug-ins. he’s looking for this GE 12727 Z-Wave Wireless Lighting Control Smart Toggle Switch, White > **[GE Z-Wave Wireless Smart Lighting Control Smart Toggle Switch, On/Off, In-Wall, White, Works with Amazon Alexa (Hub Required), 12727 - - Amazon.com](https://www.amazon.com/GE-12727-Wireless-Lighting-Control/dp/B00PYMGOHM)** > > Transform any home into a smart home with the in-wall GE Z-Wave Smart Toggle Switch. The switch enables you to wirelessly control lights turning them on and off, schedule a timed event, or create a cu ... it won’t do the speed control, just on/off. There are many other discussions of how implement fan speed - short answer I think is “no easy way”. I would use a wireless thermostat ceiling fan controller for speed control, like > **[Universal Thermostatic Ceiling Fan and Light Remote Control Conversion Kit - Remote Kit For Ceiling Fans - Amazon.com](https://www.amazon.com/Universal-Thermostatic-Ceiling-Control-Conversion/dp/B001RJ8X0M/ref=sr_1_1?s=hi&ie=UTF8&qid=1435166056&sr=1-1&keywords=ceiling+fan+thermostat)** > > The product can be applied to any regular ceiling fan and is easy to install with the enclosed instruction manual following step by step. It is UL licensed and meets all safety requirement. The transm ... ---
**Author:** ![JDRoberts](https://yyz2.discourse-cdn.com/smartthings/user_avatar/community.smartthings.com/jdroberts/32/56577_2.png) [@JDRoberts](https://community.smartthings.com/u/JDRoberts)\ **Post date:** [June 24, 2015, 5:30pm UTC](https://community.smartthings.com/t/toggle-switch-fan-controller/18228/4 "2015-06-24T17:30:19Z")
Never use a lamp dimmer for a fan. You’ll burn out the fan motor, and may burn down the house. Many topics already discussing this. > [@Fan Light Dimming - Aeon Labs Aeotec Z-Wave Micro Dimmer](http://community.smartthings.com/t/fan-light-dimming-aeon-labs-aeotec-z-wave-micro-dimmer/15418/4): > > Thanks for the shout. Yeah, basically you need to read the manufacturer’s directions for the fan, and check that against the manufacturer’s directions for the dim control. Rate controls For home use are usually either TRIAC or VFD (Variable frequency drive). A TRIAC controller varies only the voltage. This is what’s typically used for a dimmer light because that’s exactly how you make the light brighter, you give it more voltage. A VFD varies both the voltage and frequency. But more importantly in this context, is how the dimmer knows to turn itself on. The short answer is the dimmer switch itself, if it uses a TRIAC, is very sensitive to changes in the voltage, and basically it can get confused and send the wrong amount of current at the wrong time. This is what’s responsible for fli… As far as a toggle wall switch, or a relay, you have to get one that’s rated to control the amperage of the fan. These are often higher than a typical light fixture. If you just want to toggle, you should be able to use a motor control relay inside the switch box (again, check the rating). SmartenIT makes some zigbee ones that should work. This one is on the official “works with SmartThings” list and is good for most ceiling fans: > **[Zigbee Metering Load Controller 15A 110/220VAC](https://smartenit.com/shop/zbmlc15/)** > > Wireless on/off control and energy measurement of lamps, small appliances, overhead lights, ceiling fans, and more. Fits inside single-gang box. Alexa and Google Assistant compatible with enabled controller such as Smartenit gateway. ---
**Author:** ![NASA\_Chris](https://avatars.discourse-cdn.com/v4/letter/n/8797f3/32.png) [@NASA\_Chris](https://community.smartthings.com/u/NASA_Chris)\ **Post date:** [January 4, 2017, 3:44am UTC](https://community.smartthings.com/t/toggle-switch-fan-controller/18228/5 "2017-01-04T03:44:09Z")
I realize this is an old thread, but it has had the most helpful information so far in the same quest as the OP. I also have all toggle switches in my apartment and switching to paddles is not in the cards. In regards to controlling a ceiling fan with SmartThings, I can handle adding the SmartenIt load controller, but what kind of switch do I need to be able to control it with SmartThings? Do I need a smart on/off switch, smart dimmer, or standard toggle? I’m not so much concerned about controlling the speed with the switch (the fan is on high when it’s turned on), but I won’t turn down the feature if it can be controlled with a dimmer as I already have some extra smart toggle dimmers laying around. ---
**Author:** ![BbobTucker](https://avatars.discourse-cdn.com/v4/letter/b/a87d85/32.png) [@BbobTucker](https://community.smartthings.com/u/BbobTucker)\ **Post date:** [February 27, 2020, 12:37pm UTC](https://community.smartthings.com/t/toggle-switch-fan-controller/18228/6 "2020-02-27T12:37:20Z")
Hello All, Hope I’m not upsetting anyone resurrecting this old thread. New to smart stuffs and exploring this topic, toggle style switch for a ceiling fan, several years ago the short answer was it isn’t easy or use a universal remote kit. Has anything changed? Looking for toggle style switches for on/off of a ceiling fan. Physical dimmer style speed control would be nice but app control would work equally well. I appreciate your time and support in advance. Thanks!