Wi-Fi Enabled Thermostat On An Electric Garage Heater - DIY

My electric garage heater is not maintaining a constant temperature. I decided enough was enough! It's time to add a Wi-Fi-enabled thermostat to the heater.
This project involves electrical wiring, transformers, contactors, crimping, Fusion designs, and 3d printing. By the end, I have an electric heater that I can control from my phone, and rest assured, my garage will stay comfy and warm on those cold Maine afternoons!

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Note: As correctly pointed out in a comment, the 14 AWG wire I used to connect the two sides of the contactor should be 10 AWG wire, which is rated for 30 amps. If you attempt this modification, be sure to use components that are correctly rated.
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TOOLS:
Klein Tools NCVT2P Non-Contact Voltage Tester - https://amzn.to/48DhWKk (Amazon)*
Klein Tools 3005CR Crimp Tool - https://amzn.to/40Bnd0T (Amazon)*
Klein Tools CL600 Digital Clamp Meter - https://amzn.to/42iOKFN (Amazon)*
Craftsman SAE Nut Driver Set - https://amzn.to/3CdFTdS (Amazon)*

PARTS:
Packard C240A Contactor - https://amzn.to/3Cfdm7M (Amazon)*
*Alternate* Packard C130A Contactor - https://amzn.to/42HtRUW (Amazon)*
Packard - PF42440 Control Transformer - https://amzn.to/40o07tx (Amazon)*
Honeywell Home Wi-Fi Smart Thermostat - https://amzn.to/4gVOEbv (Amazon)*
18/3 Thermostat Control Wire - https://amzn.to/4gYkq7J (Amazon)*
Spade Quick Disconnect Connectors Kit - https://amzn.to/4hjNTJm (Amazon)*
Sheet Metal Screw 8 x 1/2 100pk - https://amzn.to/4gS1ffU (Amazon)*

LIGHTING:
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CLAR 2-Light SoftBox Kit - https://amzlorCon.to/3eIV2Yp (Amazon)*
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Neewer 13' Light Stand - https://amzn.to/4bZveiA (Amazon)*

OTHER EQUIPMENT:
Viltrox DC-550 Pro Field Monitor - https://amzn.to/3ydCB8n (Amazon)*
Viltrox NP-F550 Battery Pack - https://amzn.to/4deAKiA (Amazon)*

MUSIC:
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TIMESTAMPS:
00:00 Introduction
01:12 Proceed With Caution!
01:33 The Schematic
02:13 What We Need To Do
02:48 A Transformer
03:05 A Contactor
03:35 The Modification
04:49 Tools A Materials
05:23 Let's Open It Up
06:08 Prepping The Transformer
07:11 Mounting The Transformer
08:22 Mounting The Contactor
08:39 Wiring The Contactor
09:44 Making A Cable Strain Relief
10:00 Fusion Design Speed Through
12:03 Threading The Thermostat Wire
12:18 Finishing The Heater Wiring
13:27 Mounting The New Thermostat
14:30 Setting Up The New Thermostat
14:57 Connecting To Honeywell Home
15:24 The Result
15:36 Wrap-Up

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*Disclaimer:
This video is strictly for entertainment purposes. The content within portrays one particular solution and process but in no way claims to be the only or even the correct, solution. Should you choose to follow any of the processes shown in this video, you do so at your own risk - the creator of this content is in no way responsible for damages to individuals or property resulting from using the information herein.