[PLUG-TALK] X-10 device life

[Larry Brigman]

On Wed, Oct 13, 2010 at 6:37 PM, Richard C. Steffens <rsteff at comcast.net> wrote:
> Anyone else using X-10 home automation equipment?
>
> Do you have any experience with the expected life of the modules and
> switches?
>
> I have a three-way switch that controls lights. It is a push-button
> switch mounted in a standard switch box in the living room. Lately, I
> have to push the button a few times to get the light to change from on
> to off, or off to on. This switch is probably 20 years old. I have a few
> other X-10 parts that have worn out over the years. I'm wondering if it
> is something to be expected.
>

I have used lamp and dimmer module of the X-10 type.  These we from X10.com
and didn't last very long (a year or two).  I ordered a Leviton module
for installation
in the wall.  It is still working 7 years later.

I now have some RF controlled AC switches that have not had the problems for
over 3 years.