I’ve been diving into the world of smart home automation lately, and I’m curious about using current sensing relays to monitor my home devices. I came across some interesting products like the ones mentioned in the thread, but I’m still trying to wrap my head around how they work and what I need to consider when setting them up.
One of my main goals is to track when my boiler system’s circulator pumps turn on and off. They’re 110V pumps, and I’m guessing they draw under 1A when running. I’d love to see how many times they cycle throughout the day, but I’m a bit confused about the technicalities involved. I’ve read that these relays aren’t dry contacts and might have some voltage leakage, which makes me a bit nervous about connecting them properly.
I’m also wondering about the load requirement. I understand that there needs to be a load across the terminals for the relay to function, but I’m not entirely sure how that translates into my setup. Should I be concerned about voltage leakage affecting my SmartThings app’s notifications? And what kind of sensor would work best with this setup—Fibaro, door/window, or something else?
I’ve tried researching this, but I’m still not entirely confident about the wiring and configuration. If anyone has experience with current sensing relays or can offer some guidance, I’d really appreciate it! It would be great to hear about your setups, challenges, and any tips you’ve picked up along the way.