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Auto Shutoff Light Switch? (discuss.tchncs.de)

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I have been searching on and off for years with no avail for a simple light switch that turns off after a preset amount of time to install on our closets. I just want a regular ass looking rocker switch, not one with a dozen timer buttons, not one with a motion sensor.

I know I could just use a smart switch and have HA turn it off, but I'm waiting for TP-Link to release a Matter ready firmware update before buying more.

I guess I could just use a sonoff relay, but I really don't think this particular application should require smart functionality.

Anyone know of a switch like what I'm trying to find?

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[–] [email protected] 1 points 10 months ago (1 children)

We use simple, cheap motion detector bulb sockets for our closet lights. Open the door light goes on, close the door, light will eventually go off.

Many of our closets have had their doors replaced with curtains, and the solution works just as well.

Even the cheapest motion-detection sockets have a configurable sensitivity and timeout.

While we’re all-in on home automation (conditional everything including heat pumps and lighting) the closets were a case of “simple is better).

Otherwise I second the recommendation for the bathroom fan timer.

[–] [email protected] 1 points 9 months ago

I knew I was over thinking things, and the solution would be a super simple product. Thank you!