Re: X-10 alternatives for 220V equipment?

["R. Lejeune" <info@xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx>]

Check out the 9100 from Elk Products  at
http://www.elkproducts.com/products/elk-9100.htm

The HD245's from X10 have the same internal mechanism as the Leviton
receptacles.  I think they wear out from use more than from temperature
extremes.




"Stu Alden" <foo@xxxxxxx> wrote in message
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> I've been using Leviton 220V X-10 receptacles to control swimming pool
> equipment and their lifespan is disappointing - they don't seem to
> last even two seasons.  I realize that there are various hardwired
> alternatives that are more weatherproof, but I want to keep using X-10
> for flexibility with my HomeSeer setup.
>
> Has anyone been in my situation and found a better alternative?  For
> example, if I used the X-10 HD245 modules and brought them inside for
> the winter, would I have better luck?  Thanks.