Switches incorporating EnOcean

MK Electric has launched a range of ‘self powered’, wireless and battery free switches, dubbed Echo. MK claim that they are the first UK manufacturer to incorporate ‘enabled by EnOcean’ technology. The lighting system comprises two components - the ‘self powered’ switch, and an RF receiver.

The receiver is installed at the lighting fixture and wired into the lighting circuit at the time of ceiling installation. The switch is then mounted, using either adhesive pads or with screws if additional security is necessary. The switch is ‘aligned’ to the receiver by setting it into ‘learn mode’ and pressing the rocker.

The switch will then be wirelessly dedicated to the fixture in question. One receiver can be programmed so it can be operated by up to 30 switches, while conversely, any number of receivers can be activated by a single switch.

(Source www.connectingindustry.com 17.06.2008)