V2 Casing Safety & Compliance Update
Intellidwell committed to providing high-quality, open-source home automation products that are reliable, compliant, and safe. This document provides technical and regulatory details on the casing transition from the V1 enclosure to the redesigned V2 enclosure.
In early V1 controller enclosures (which were 3D-printed in PLA plastic), the box was designed to mount directly over a standard wall outlet, housing the entire 24VAC power transformer inside the printed enclosure. Placing high-voltage AC connections inside a PLA-printed box is a safety code compliance violation and presents a fire hazard in the event of transformer failure.
The Redesigned V2 Casing
To address this risk and align our controller with residential electrical codes, we have completely redesigned the enclosure. The new design separates the high-voltage mains AC connections from the printed unit shell.
The redesigned, low-profile V2 Intellidwell casing featuring an external power layout and magnetic faceplate.
Key Changes in V2:
- External Wiring Routing: The 24VAC transformer now plugs directly into your standard wall outlet outside of the enclosure, ensuring that only low-voltage AC/DC lines enter the sprinkler controller casing.
- Lower Profile: Since the transformer is no longer housed inside, the physical thickness of the wall-mounted casing has been reduced by over 45%, presenting a sleeker aesthetic.
- Magnetic Quick-Access Cover: The faceplate uses small neodymium magnets instead of screws, making zone wiring changes or manual hardware resets incredibly easy.
Safety Actions Required
If you own an early-generation (V1) Intellidwell controller, you must ensure that your installation does not pose a fire or electrical risk. You have two options for compliance:
We are offering a free, complimentary V2 casing kit to all original buyers. The kit includes the new plastic base, magnetic cover plate, and mounting screws. To transition, you will unmount your V1 casing, mount the low-profile V2 casing, and run your transformer plug to an external outlet.
If you prefer to keep using your V1 casing, you **must not** house the 24VAC transformer inside. You must route the low-voltage wires out of the back or bottom ports of the V1 enclosure and plug the transformer into a standard wall outlet outside the casing.
To request your complimentary V2 upgrade casing or log your preference, please visit our Enclosure Resolution Portal and provide your original order details.