Smart Plug Integration

Control Tasmota-based smart plugs for automated power management of your 3D printers.

Overview

Smart plug integration enables:

• Automatic power-on when prints start
• Safe power-off after prints complete (with cooldown)
• Scheduled power on/off times
• Power consumption monitoring
• Energy alerts

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Supported Devices

Any smart plug running Tasmota firmware with HTTP API enabled:

Popular Compatible Devices

• Sonoff S31 / S26
• Gosund smart plugs
• Teckin smart plugs
• Treatlife smart plugs
• Any ESP8266/ESP32-based plug with Tasmota

Requirements

• Tasmota firmware installed
• HTTP API enabled (default)
• Same network as Bambuddy server

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Setting Up a Smart Plug

Step 1: Flash Tasmota (if needed)

If your plug doesn't have Tasmota:

1. Follow the Tasmota installation guide
2. Configure WiFi to connect to your network
3. Note the plug's IP address

Step 2: Add to Bambuddy

1. Go to Settings > Smart Plugs
2. Click Add Plug
3. Enter the plug's IP address
4. Click Test to verify connection
5. Enter a name (auto-filled from device if available)
6. Optionally add authentication credentials
7. Click Add

Step 3: Link to Printer

1. In the plug settings, find Linked Printer
2. Select the printer this plug controls
3. The plug is now associated with that printer

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Automation Options

Master Toggle

Enabled: Turns all automation on/off for this plug

Auto Power On

When enabled, the plug turns on automatically when:

• A print starts on the linked printer
• A scheduled print is about to begin

Auto Power Off

When enabled, the plug turns off after:

• A print completes successfully
• The delay mode conditions are met

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Delay Modes

Control when the printer powers off after a print completes:

Time-Based Delay

Wait a fixed number of minutes:

• Range: 1-60 minutes
• Use case: Simple cooldown period
• Example: Power off 15 minutes after print ends

Temperature-Based Delay

Wait until nozzle cools down:

• Default threshold: 50°C (configurable)
• Safer for the printer and environment
• Monitors actual nozzle temperature

Recommendation: Use temperature-based delay for safety. Hot nozzles can be a fire hazard.

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Scheduled Power On/Off

Set daily schedules for automatic power control:

Scheduled Power On

Turn on the plug at a specific time each day:

• Use case: Warm up printer before work hours
• Example: Power on at 8:00 AM

Scheduled Power Off

Turn off the plug at a specific time each day:

• Use case: Safety shutoff at night
• Example: Power off at 11:00 PM

Configuring Schedules

1. Expand the plug settings panel
2. Enable Scheduled On and/or Scheduled Off
3. Set the desired time for each
4. Schedules run daily at the specified times

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Power Monitoring

For Tasmota plugs with energy monitoring (e.g., Sonoff S31):

Live Power Display

• Current wattage shown on plug card
• Updates in real-time

Power Alerts

Get notified when power consumption exceeds a threshold:

1. Enable Power Alert in plug settings
2. Set Power Threshold in watts (e.g., 200W)
3. Receive notification when threshold exceeded

Use Cases for Power Alerts

• Detect printer issues (unexpected high power)
• Confirm heater failures (power too low during printing)
• Verify printer is actively heating/printing

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Manual Control

Each plug card displays:

• Status: ON / OFF / Offline
• Power: Current consumption (if supported)
• On/Off buttons: Manual toggle

Click the buttons to manually control the plug at any time.

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Plug Settings Panel

Expand any plug card to access all settings:

Setting	Description
Name	Display name for the plug
IP Address	Network address of the plug
Username/Password	Authentication (if Tasmota requires it)
Linked Printer	Which printer this plug controls
Enabled	Master automation toggle
Auto On	Power on when print starts
Auto Off	Power off when print completes
Delay Mode	Time-based or temperature-based
Delay Value	Minutes or temperature threshold
Scheduled On/Off	Daily power schedule
Power Alert	Enable consumption alerts
Power Threshold	Wattage for alerts

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Troubleshooting

Plug Not Responding

1. Verify IP address is correct
2. Check plug is on the same network
3. Test via browser: http://<plug-ip>/cm?cmnd=Power
4. Access Tasmota web UI: http://<plug-ip>

Authentication Issues

If Tasmota has a password:

1. Edit the plug in Bambuddy
2. Enter username and password
3. Save and test connection

Auto Power-Off Not Working

1. Verify plug is linked to a printer
2. Check Enabled, Auto On, Auto Off toggles
3. For temperature mode: ensure printer is still connected
4. Check logs for error messages

Power Monitoring Not Showing

• Not all plugs support power monitoring
• Requires Tasmota with energy module
• Check Tasmota console for power readings

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Best Practices

Safety First

• Always use temperature-based delay for power-off
• Set a scheduled power-off time as a safety net
• Don't leave printers unattended for extended periods

Network Reliability

• Use static IP or DHCP reservation for plugs
• Ensure strong WiFi signal at plug location
• Consider wired connection if reliability is critical

Printer Compatibility

• Ensure your printer handles power cycling gracefully
• Some printers need manual intervention after power-on
• Test the automation flow before relying on it

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Tips

• Use power monitoring to track electricity costs
• Set up power alerts to detect print failures
• Combine with print scheduling for full automation
• Schedule power-off at night for safety and savings