Motorized_MQTT_Blinds
This repository is to accompany my Motorized_MQTT_Blinds video:
Parts List
Stepper Motors: https://amzn.to/2D5rVsF
Stepper Drivers: https://amzn.to/2OZqW1W
NodeMCU: https://amzn.to/2I89xDF
12V Power Supply: https://amzn.to/2G2ZJrf
Buck Converter: https://amzn.to/2UsQ7jA
3D Printing
Download the correct STL file for your style of tilt rod
Wiring Schematic
Dont forget to cut the center trace on the stepper motor as shown in the youtube video
File setup
Fill out the entire USER CONFIGURATION section of the code.
You should leave "STEPS_TO_CLOSE" at 12 to start with. It can be adjusted for your specific blinds
Home Assistant YAML
Replace "BlindsMCU" with your MQTT_CLIENT_ID if you changed it in the file setup
cover:
- platform: mqtt
name: "Motorized Blinds"
command_topic: "BlindsMCU/blindsCommand"
set_position_topic: "BlindsMCU/positionCommand"
position_topic: "BlindsMCU/positionState"
state_topic: "BlindsMCU/positionState"
retain: true
payload_open: "OPEN"
payload_close: "CLOSE"
payload_stop: "STOP"
position_open: 0
position_closed: 12
Recommended Tools
Ender3 3d Printer: https://amzn.to/2GcznnZ
Dupont Crimper and Connector Set: https://amzn.to/2X1Oeap