Anyone use SmartThings door-window switch in mailbox - You got mail!

[Don2222]

Hello
Samsung SmartThings is a free download from Google Play or the iPhone iStore. It works with very may appliances and devices! I got a Visonic Sage Zigbee door/widow switch Model MCT-340 E (2.4GHZ)that uses a 3v RS-2032 button battery included and stuck it in the mailbox.

SAGE BY HUGHES (VISONIC) ZIGBEE HA1.2, 2.4GHZ Window/Door Sensor MCT-340 E | eBay

It is compatible with any Zigbee system, such as SmartThings or Hubitat. Zigbee standards Wide Gap performance able to be installed in tough situations where magnet gap is over 1". Easy installation using high-strength 3M mounting tape (included).

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However most any Zwave or Zigbee door / window magnetic contact with 2 sided self stick tape will work.

Then set a popup message to inform me when the mail is here.

Also it saves a nice history of the time, date & temperature in the log file of when the temperature changes or the switch opens & closes. The one caveat is the popup message text cannot be customized but you know what it is.

it does work very well.

Total cost $10-20 depends on the switch.
Has anyone else ever tried this?

Pic 1 - SmartThings smartphone application Icon
Pic 2 - Device - Door / Window switch setup
Pic 3&4 - Door / Window switch specifications
Pic 5 - Switch installed in mailbox
Pic 6 - Popup message seen on phone
Pic 7 - History log file

 

[kborndale]

I just open my mailbox and look inside to see if anything is in it.

 

[JRHAWK9]

I just open my mailbox and look inside to see if anything is in it.

That works if your mail box is near the house. I can see this being for those who have a long driveway.