With the new US T1 switches just released during the 3rd
quarter of 2018, there were pros and cons that we would like to share. The Sonoff T1 US switch is a standard size switch
made for the US market but can be utilize in the Philippines as well. It's base plate is not laying flat to the wall and Sonoff
was very quick to address this. Finally, just like any IOT switch, an additional line is still needed which requires an
experienced electrician.
The new US T1 switch is designed for the US market. The
Philippines' utility boxes are manufactured based on the US standard. Thus, the US T1 switch can easily replace an existing
conventional switch already installed in a wall. There is no need to replace an existing utility box.
Despite having a US standard design, the baseplate of the
switch does not lay flat on the wall.
Upon installation, you will see a small gap between the wall
and the switch. Sonoff had already had made improvements in this. Applause to Sonoff for
quickly taking action on this.
Like any IOT wall switch, an additional line is required to
power on the switch. With conventional switches, the toggle is only a point of contact to turn the lights on and off and
the switch itself doesn't have to be powered up. Since Sonoff is an electronic device, an additional line is
required to power it. This will require pulling an additional wire into the
utility box. We would highly advise that an experienced electrician be
hired to add this wire to avoid accidents and injuries.
The new US T1 switch despite its early release on the 2nd
half of 2018, has a very stable and fairly good design. Sonoff was also very
quick in their design improvement base on their first
release. LIFE and PROPERTY SAFETY is a number one
priority and it important that an electrician do the replacement of an existing conventional switch. As always, B2B Automatons is a company dedicated to innovate
Filipino lives through technology. We hope that this becomes a valuable resource
for everyone.
To know more about its installation, just click on the link.
Thinking of purchasing one, just click on this link and it
will direct you to our store.
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