Smart Relay Build

Ever wanted to turn your dumb light, fans (insert your dumb household device here!) into something no so dumb? Check out this easy build and make your own smart relays and make your house (and you) smarter!

Warning/Disclaimer: this video shows building a device that runs on mains power. Mains power can be very dangerous and if you are not comfortable working with it, you should take the time to learn about it so that you dont hurt or possibly kill yourself. IKW is in no way responsible for any damage you do to yourself, things, or other people if you try this (or any similar) build yourself. Please be careful guys!



The code for this project can be found here: https://github.com/ItKindaWorks/ESPHe...

A breadboard layout for this project can be found here:
https://github.com/ItKindaWorks/Bits-...



Parts list (no links since listings on ebay come and go often and you should be able to just search for a part on ebay and come up with something comparable)
1x ESP8266
1x 5v opto-isolated Relay Module
1x variable buck step down voltage converter (an lm1117 would work too!)
1x 5V 750mA AC-DC converter
2x 1000uf capacitor
1x 100mF capacitor
1x tactile button
2x 1k resistor
1x male header chunk (your needs will vary but at least 5 or so pins)
1x female header chunk (at least 8-10)
1x polarized plug and socket
1x 3pin JST female
1x 3pin JST male
assorted wire bits for jumpers

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