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Reddit mentions of Lutron MS-OPS5M-WH Maestro Sensor switch, 5A, No Neutral Required, Single-Pole or Multi-Location MS-OPS5MH-WH, White
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Reddit mentions: 6
We found 6 Reddit mentions of Lutron MS-OPS5M-WH Maestro Sensor switch, 5A, No Neutral Required, Single-Pole or Multi-Location MS-OPS5MH-WH, White. Here are the top ones.
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- Automatically turn lights on and off based on room occupancy
- Uses Advanced XCT sensing technology, offering the most reliable on/off performance with up to 900 square feet coverage
- Works with all bulb types
- Up to 600 W incandescent, halogen, electronic low voltage; 450 W magnetic low voltage; 360 W CFL/ LED, 5 amp ballasts; 3 amp fans
- Requires ground wire
Features:
Specs:
| Color | White |
| Height | 4.2 Inches |
| Length | 1.75 Inches |
| Number of items | 1 |
| Size | 1 Pack |
| Weight | 0.2 Pounds |
| Width | 2 Inches |
I would use this one [here, and LOOK at all of the colors!!]
(http://www.amazon.com/Lutron-MS-OPS5M-WH-Maestro-Single-Occupancy/dp/B005WM3C42)
That sounds expensive, I can think of a few ways to do it but I'm sure you don't want to spend that amount of money!
Just an idea, I would install a motion sensor for the garage lights in the existing switch.
[if you have 2 switches controlling the lights ](Lutron Maestro Motion Sensor switch, no neutral required, 600 Watts Single-Pole/Multi Location, MS-OPS5M-WH (1 Pack), White https://www.amazon.com/dp/B005WM3C42/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_Q43Jyb6PWZE72)
[if you have 1 switch connected ](Leviton IPS02-1LI 300-Watt Incandescent, 150-Watt LED/CFL Occupancy Sensor (Auto ON/Auto OFF), Single Pole, Ivory https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00BUZQWBK/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_I53JybXH1684X)
Be sure to go with a name brand or anything that is UL listed. It's not cost effective to go cheap on the sensor as it would only be $5 more for something UL listed.
Good luck!
I have a standard lutron occupancy sensor switch by the entry door of my fairly sizeable three car garage and it works perfectly. I just used it as a drop in replacement for the light switch that was already there. Turns the lights on when a door opens, turns them off after you leave.
Edit: Specifically I'm using this one: http://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B005WM3C42/ref=dp_ob_neva_mobile
I picked the non dimmer version since it's controlling six large florescent lights down the length of the garage.
Use a multimeter to test for ground.
Or test the sensor by installing in a different location.
Or install a sensor that does not need ground.
I thought the IPS02 didn't require ground.
But this one does
https://www.amazon.com/Lutron-MS-OPS5M-WH-Single-Pole-Multi-Location-MS-OPS5MH-WH/dp/B005WM3C42/ref=sr_1_25?keywords=motion+sensor+switch&qid=1571782494&sr=8-25
I just installed a [Lutron occupancy sensor switch] (https://www.amazon.com/Maestro-Required-Single-Pole-Multi-Location-MS-OPS5MH-WH/dp/B005WM3C42/ref=dp_ob_title_hi) in the kids' bathroom - the one switch is connected to both the fan circuit and light circuit in the switch box.
I have it set to turn on when the button is pressed, and either turn off 20 minutes after motion is detected or button press off. I originally planned on two switches, but after talking with some guys they suggested that if I want the kids to turn the fan on to just wire it in line with the lights - otherwise they won't bother with turning the fan on.
I had not considered a 3 way motion sensing light switch. I had just found this one on amazon. I think I will give this a try. Now to hope that the one by itself is the master and not the slave. I don't want to deal with the box that has 3 switches in it.