Retrotouch, a UK light switch manufacturer, has joined forces with European switch and sensor brand, ZF, to launch the Retrotouch ZF KNX-RF wireless energy harvesting light switch.
The home automation industry can experience the potential and possibilities of the energy efficient, battery-free, maintenance-free wireless switch, while also having the capabilities of KNX included as both partners are members of the KNX Association.
The Retrotouch ZF KNX-RF energy harvesting switch can be stuck on any wall and will connect seamlessly into any KNX system. It is suitable for adding into either a new bespoke system or for retrofitting into an existing twisted-pair KNX system, using ZF mediacouplers available from Retrotouch.
Compatible with KNX-RF 2.0 Ready S-Mode, the switch is configurable with ETS software (from version 5 onwards). The switch can be programmed to control a light or blind or window shutters. The programming possibilities are endless, thanks to Retrotouch’s design and the KNX operating system.
The switch is available in cool white or stylish black. It also features a screwless glass surface that defines the Retrotouch Crystal range.
“We’re thrilled to be launching this collaboration with ZF and to be bringing a new dimension to the KNX community,” said Amit Ravat, managing director of Retrotouch. “These innovative switches work directly with the KNX system completely wirelessly, and can be retrofitted anywhere, making installs faster and easier. And of course, as they use energy harvesting, they have no cables or batteries, adding increased energy efficiency to the KNX smart home system.”