[chbot] Home Automation - Curtains

[Henri Shustak]

I have seen some kick starter projects which offer devices to pull curtains… I am 90% sure they are now running a company but may not ship to NZ. If this sounds like it could work let me know. From memory it was more aimed at mobile phone integration via their app and as such it may not be a match for your project.

H

> On 26/10/2017, at 2:46 PM, Andrew Errington <erringtona at gmail.com> wrote:
> 
> So, after two weeks the builder's line has stretched so that the pulley slips a lot.  I will tighten it, but I'll also get some braided fishing line as suggested and repeat the experiment.
> 
> I bought an 80rpm version of the same motor and gearbox, and a larger diameter pulley.  I want a little faster opening and closing time, and the larger pulley will mean more cord is in contact with it, so maybe less slippage.  I might buy and test the 130rpm motor too.
> 
> I also bought a power-supply module for the Wemos D1 Mini Pro.  It has a barrel connector for a 7-24Vdc supply, and two rows of header pins to piggy-back on to the D1 Mini board and power it.
> 
> Best wishes,
> 
> Andrew
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