SAMOTECH

Direct Mirror Pair – Two Samotech SM323 Dimmers Behaving as Physically Wired

  • Mirror exactly two Samotech SM323 dimmers as if they were physically wired in parallel
  • On/off state and brightness mirror in both directions within ~200 ms
  • The UK retrofit alternative to running new traveler wire for hardware 2-way switching
  • Tested live in HA between two SM323 dimmers – confirmed working with no lag or flicker
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Samotech SM-Series Linked Sync Group – Home Assistant Blueprint for UK Dimmer Pairing

  • Sync 2–5 Samotech Zigbee dimmers and switches as a single linked group via Home Assistant
  • The UK-retrofit alternative to running new traveler wire for hardware 2-way switching
  • State mirrors across all devices; brightness mirrors between dimmer-capable devices
  • Loop prevention via context tracking – sync only fires from user interaction, never from itself
  • Tested working in live HA against SM323 + SM325-ZG + SM308-S over ZHA
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Pull Cord Bathroom Auto-Off – Home Assistant Blueprint for the Samotech Pull Cord Dimmer

  • Automatic timeout for the Samotech Zigbee Pull Cord Dimmer – the world’s only smart pull cord in production
  • Configurable 5 to 240 minute auto-off, optional warning dim, manual override always respected
  • Purpose-built for UK BS 7671:2018 Zone 2 bathroom installations
  • Free Home Assistant blueprint, importable directly from GitHub
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Zigbee smart plug

Smart Plugs UK Guide 2026: Zigbee vs WiFi

Smart plugs turn any plug-in device into something automated, scheduled and remotely controllable. Here’s how Zigbee and WiFi versions compare, and how to choose the right one for your UK home.

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Zigbee LED Driver RGBCCT

Zigbee LED Drivers and Controllers – UK Buyer’s Guide

Zigbee LED Drivers and Controllers – UK Buyer’s Guide Three Zigbee-controlled options for LED installs. One true mains-in CCT driver, one wide-voltage 5-channel multi-mode controller (sold as the RGBCCT variant of the LED Driver), and one compact strip controller. Pick by the input voltage your circuit provides and the type of LED load you’re driving. […]

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What is Matter? The Smart Home Standard Explained

Matter is the open, universal smart home standard that lets devices from any brand work together – locally, securely, without proprietary apps or cloud lock-in. We explain Thread, Wi-Fi transport, Border Routers, multi-admin, and what it all means for UK lighting.

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No-Neutral Zigbee Dimmer Guide: Everything UK Homeowners Need to Know

No-Neutral Zigbee Dimmer Guide: Everything UK Homeowners Need to Know

Most UK homes don’t have a neutral wire at the light switch. This guide explains what that means, how to check your wiring, whether you need a bypass, and which Samotech Zigbee dimmers work without a neutral.

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smart led strip

WiFi Controlled LED Lights UK: Complete Guide for 2026

How WiFi-controlled LED lighting actually works, how to set it up with Alexa, Google Home and SmartLife, and how it compares to Zigbee – practical advice for UK homes.

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SM323 Zigbee rotary dimmer in Home Assistant

Samotech Zigbee Dimmer with Home Assistant – Setup Guide

Samotech Zigbee Dimmer with Home Assistant – Setup Guide Pair, configure and automate your Samotech Zigbee dimmer with Home Assistant using ZHA or Zigbee2MQTT. ← Zigbee Dimmers & Switches Author: Samotech | 2 min read | 23 Feb 2026 Home Assistant is the most capable platform for Zigbee dimmer control – local automation, energy tracking, […]

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Matter dimmer

Samotech Matter Dimmer – Full Review

A deep-dive review of the Samotech SM323-MT-SL-DIM – the UK’s first Matter-over-Thread rotary dimmer. Covers technical specs, platform compatibility, installation, bulb compatibility, and how it compares to the Zigbee SM323.

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