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ActiveHue Tap Dial Switch
Philips Hue Tap Dial — 4 buttons plus rotary dimmer, battery-free.
Common Applications
Kinetic energy harvesting means no batteries ever needed — the press of the button generates enough power for the Zigbee transmission. 4 programmable buttons plus a rotary dial for dimming. Magnetic wall mount. The most elegant smart button available. Works with Hue Bridge for full automation via the Hue app or Home Assistant.
Openness & Hackability
Standard Zigbee 3.0 — pairs directly with Z2M/ZHA without Hue Bridge. All events fully exposed. Bridge optional.
Specifications
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Battery Life
Expected battery life under normal use. BLE buttons typically last 1-2 years on a coin cell.
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Unlimited
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Battery Type
The battery used. CR2032 = common coin cell, easy to replace. AAA = higher capacity. USB-C = rechargeable.
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Kinetic (battery-free)
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Color
Button/actuator color. Green = start/go, Red = stop/emergency, Yellow = caution, Blue = reset (per IEC 60204-1).
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White/Black
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Smart Home Integrations
Compatible smart home platforms and voice assistants.
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Philips Hue Bridge, Home Assistant, Alexa, Google Home, HomeKit
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Mounting Type
How the button attaches to the panel. Panel mount is standard — installs through a cutout from the front.
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Magnetic wall mount
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Protocol
The wireless communication standard. BLE = short range, phone direct. Zigbee = mesh network, needs hub. Z-Wave = mesh, needs hub. WiFi = direct, higher power.
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Zigbee 3.0
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Installation Quick Reference
Setup: Pair with your hub or phone via Zigbee 3.0. Most smart buttons support single press, double press, and long press for three different actions.
Battery: Uses Kinetic (battery-free) battery. Expected life: Unlimited. Low battery notification via the app.
Dimensions
Troubleshooting
Not responding to input
Check wiring continuity with a multimeter. Verify the contact block is properly seated. Inspect terminals for loose connections.
Where to Buy
Price range
$46.65 — $75.37
across 2 distributors
Quick Specs
- Battery Life
- Unlimited
- Battery Type
- Kinetic (battery-free)
- Color
- White/Black
- Smart Home Integrations
- Philips Hue Bridge, Home Assistant, Alexa, Google Home, HomeKit
- Mounting Type
- Magnetic wall mount
What People Are Saying
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