I would like to build a space-ship style control panel with low voltage switches powering (On/Off only) lights, fans, audio gear, and other assorted 120VAC every-day devices. I realize this is wildly basic when compared to the Arduino capabilities, but an Arduino based set-up is also wildly inexpensive when compared to typical industrial/electronic relay modules. I have 34 twelve-volt switches, which will all power simple every day 120VAC devices. Can someone at least point me in a direction of reference material written for the noob or of a similar project? Thank you. Attached is my inspiration
Based on your previous postings to the forum, you are way beyond a noob and should be able to find your answers yourself.
Paul
Why would I ask for help if I already knew how to do this or find appropriate guidance on my own?
Just connect the switches to relais, should be quite simple.
zwieblum:
Just connect the switches to relais, should be quite simple.
It is precisely that simple, if I were to do it the traditional route of solid state relays. The problem is that SSRs can cost $30 each or even more, and SSR modules can get into 4 digits. Arduino relay modules are super inexpensive, and I have 34 switches I would like to run. If I could just use an Arduino relay module in place of traditional din rails of SSRs I would do so, but it appears I need to go through the Arduino board if I want to use the Arduino relay module. That is where it gets cloudy for me.
Why SSRs? Use simple coil relais, they cost < 1 €. The Arduino Relais Shields are no different, read the datasheet and wire the switches instead of the arduino.
zwieblum:
Why SSRs? Use simple coil relais, they cost < 1 €. The Arduino Relais Shields are no different, read the datasheet and wire the switches instead of the arduino.
I did not think I could use the relay modules without the micro controller boards. If this is the case, my problems are solved. Thank you. I will order some today.
You might be better off if you only order the relais 