Electromechanical switches, by definition, are designed to open or close a circuit. Their beauty is in taking something as complex as electrical current and simplifying it to the press of a button. But what if an ordinary pushbutton switch could be programmed to levels of unprecedented customization with the ease of an all-in-one installation?
The ePlus (patent pending) CAN bus is an added board mounted onto the back of a switch for increased functionality. Adding the ePlus creates multi-modal functionality based on user input for a variety of customizable situations, as well as allowing for system integration. The ePlus allows users to control what certain press combinations on a switch will accomplish, from controlling LEDs with different presses to different configurations of channels based on how many times the switch has been pressed.
Features could also include a system override causing all switches to become inactive, flashing LEDs to signify errors, long presses vs. short presses, and cycling modes that increase based on the number of presses.
More ePlus Usage Examples
- Enables switches to perform latching style functions with momentary action.
- Allows for LED control to change the brightness/color of an RGB through how the switch is pressed.
- Works with many button press channels, eliminating the need for a software side response.
The ePlus is an all-in-one solution that comes in a customer friendly package. It’s designed for a variety of different panel cutout sizes and is sold with wires and a connector attached to the end of the board for connecting into the end user’s system. From there, the ePlus can be programmed to solve for any and all needs.
You’ll find other CAN bus hubs out there that require additional time and money for installation. By integrating the board into the switch’s wired design, E-Switch aims to reduce installation time and complications while providing increased efficiency and customization for users.
Reach out to a Regional Sales Manager or contact us today for more information! The ePlus is not yet officially released. For customers who want early access to this product, please reach out.