Ever since the invention of the light bulb, mankind has struggled to remember to turn it off when not in use. It’s been an uphill battle, to be sure, but a few advances here and there have gone a long way towards helping the average illuminated-room enthusiast save energy without having to, you know, walk all the way over to the light switch and turn it to the “off” position.
Motion detectors, for instance, have long been a staple of not-leaving-the-damned-lights-on-when-you-don’t-need-them-to-be-on technology, most notably in office building bathrooms and the like. But the Adjustable Universal Vacancy Sensor Light Switch by Wattstopper takes such methodology to the next level with a gaggle of settings, options, and sensors that allow one to optimize budgets and energy efficiency alike without skimping out on sweet, sweet visibility. More importantly, they’re designed with home use in mind, allowing individuals to incorporate energy efficiency into their domestic routines without having to incorporate hassle as well, or even the non-hassle of having to turn off a light switch.
Though other specialized switches also boast time delays, this one ups the ante with more customization. Likewise, it improves on the now-standard motion detector integration with some newish infrared technology by which to help differentiate between someone walking through a room and existing background space, thus helping to ensure that the light doesn’t go off (or remain on) at inappropriate times. And yet another sensor detects whether or not there is already adequate light in a given room before automatically activating. Unsurprisingly, this ultra-intricate doodad is fully compliant with California’s stringent home energy codes.
