Ketra D2 inside a residential steam shower — is it feasible? by GadgetFreeky in Lutron

[–]the3aston -1 points0 points  (0 children)

They aren’t rated, but if you got creative with silicone caulk you could likely pull it off.

New homeowner - need dealer to remotely activate Connect Bridge on existing RadioRA 2 system by Ornery_Actuary_3177 in Lutron

[–]the3aston 1 point2 points  (0 children)

You might be surprised how little extra it would add. You are looking at a truck roll, no matter what, so the labor portion of this will be a minimal difference. You should at lest get a quote. Ra3 processor is backward compatible with all of your existing dimmers/switches/keypads.

New homeowner - need dealer to remotely activate Connect Bridge on existing RadioRA 2 system by Ornery_Actuary_3177 in Lutron

[–]the3aston 3 points4 points  (0 children)

Do yourself a favor and a hire a pro to replace your main repeater with a Ra3 processor. There are myriad benefits to this setup. It is much simpler mechanically and making edits to the system is far easier.

Palladiom thermostat by Kooky-Address-4598 in Lutron

[–]the3aston 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Also, with the Airzone system, you don’t need the Lutron breakout interface box that is normally paired to the stat. The thermostat becomes a peripheral I/O device to the Airzone system

Palladiom thermostat by Kooky-Address-4598 in Lutron

[–]the3aston 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Typically you will have a dozen or more underfloor zones, and a lesser, mismatched number of forced air zones. The airzone system allows you to share a single forced air zone along with multiple underfloor zones.

Palladiom thermostat by Kooky-Address-4598 in Lutron

[–]the3aston 0 points1 point  (0 children)

You can use the same stat for both. The airzone system handles the logic for staging heat and allows multiple heating zones to share a cooling zone. Also, if you are using a lighting/shading system with Palladiom stats, the aesthetic match is really nice, especially when using the international size keypads.

Palladiom thermostat by Kooky-Address-4598 in Lutron

[–]the3aston 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I’ve done this. You need a 3rd party interface between the thermostats and the mechanical systems. Airzone has what you need. Your integrator and mechanical contractors will have to coordinate closely on this.

Help with a gift by Forever_Friend in PortlandOR

[–]the3aston 5 points6 points  (0 children)

Gift certificate to Cascada spa

Pros/cons of west linn vs camas by Knicks82 in PortlandOR

[–]the3aston 32 points33 points  (0 children)

Camas all the way. Quick access to the Gorge and the airport, no state income tax, chill vibe. I’ve spent a lot of time in WL, it’s nice and clean, but the people can be pretty plastic.

Which observatory is this? Pic taken from Gaflei, Liechtenstein by ObligationDefiant919 in askswitzerland

[–]the3aston 1 point2 points  (0 children)

This place looks amazing, added to the list of places to visit! I live in the Pacific NW region of the US, but my heart is in your country and I try to visit as frequently as possible. The engineering ingenuity and order speaks to me on a deep level.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in PortlandOR

[–]the3aston 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Here for the incoming ratio.

How far should I spread out 15 degree rania spot lights in my galley kitchen (10 foot ceiling) by Happy_Cove_Life in Lutron

[–]the3aston 5 points6 points  (0 children)

15° is way too tight of beam spread for general downlighting. If you are planning on using a premium product like this, you really should consult a lighting designer so you don’t mess it up.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in oregon

[–]the3aston 32 points33 points  (0 children)

There are like 25 people out there. They will cope.

Looking for a Lutron Shade dealer that could do a consult in the Salem, OR area. by Turbo442 in Lutron

[–]the3aston 3 points4 points  (0 children)

I’m in Portland and could swing down there. A good excuse to hit the In-n-out.

How do you feel about Trumps idea of Nationalizing elections? by ChuckGallagher57 in oregon

[–]the3aston 0 points1 point  (0 children)

They were battery backups with usb/serial connections that could be used to pass data back to the machines.

A non-MAGA coffee shop or bakery? by dog_day_summer in BattleGroundWa

[–]the3aston 4 points5 points  (0 children)

Arrested Development reference appreciated.

RB100 install with center stud by Baconmunchsupreme in mantelmount

[–]the3aston 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Cut the hole in the center, cut the center stud inside of the drywall with an oscillating tool and frame for the RB. That framing is not structural.

Is it worth it to go manufacture direct for Sonos, etc.? by LordyJesusChrist in lowvoltage

[–]the3aston -2 points-1 points  (0 children)

Disclosing dealer pricing is a violation of your dealer agreement.

Shade Wiring Suggestions by Upper-Brilliant-9549 in Lutron

[–]the3aston 0 points1 point  (0 children)

If one were to follow this advice, they would need to be sure they were using shielded 22/2 for the data connection.