Ron,

How about the idea of using that 10-amp controller to operate a 110-volt 
relay with a higher current capacity.  With that approach, you could 
probably use a lighter duty controller since the solenoid probably won't 
even draw ten amps.

Steve

----- Original Message ----- 
From: "Ronald E. Milliman" <[log in to unmask]>
To: <[log in to unmask]>
Sent: Tuesday, June 04, 2013 11:09
Subject: Re: Wireless remote controlled power outlet


> Howard, again, thanks for the information regarding the wireless remote
> controlled power outlet. This is one that I evaluated previously, and
> rejected because it has a 10 amp maximum current capacity. It states:
>
> Controls up to 10A 1200W of current each
>
> Unfortunately, I need a device just like this one but with a 20 amp
> capacity. So, I'm still looking!
>
> Thanks, I sincerely appreciate you trying to help me!
>
> Ron, K8HSY
>
> At 02:28 AM 6/4/2013 -0500, Howard Kaufman wrote:
>>Their are a bit hard to copy out of the ap, so I gave the information, I 
>>can
>>give you a link however.
>>
>>http://www.amazon.com/SVAT-WRC101-Wireless-Control-Outdoor/dp/B000HAVVKG%3F
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>>This technologically advanced wireless electronic remote switch can 
>>control
>>virtually everything in your house with just the push of a button. Control
>>lamps, radios, or other electrical devices from up to 100 feet away, even
>>through walls and floors, with this radio frequency wireless remote 
>>control.
>>The receiver plugs directly into any three-prong outlet, and provides a
>>remote switched three-prong outlet to allow radio frequency on & off 
>>control
>>for a wide variety of electrical devices. The control unit, with keychain,
>>is more than small enough to fit into your pocket, but its signal will 
>>work
>>up to 100 feet away from the receiver even from inside your car.<br /> <br
>>/> The possibilities for the wireless power switch are endless. Use it to
>>power on kitchen appliances. Start your morning coffee brewing before you
>>even head downstairs and have it waiting for you as soon as you reach the
>>breakfast table. It's ideal for those hard-to-reach plug-ins like lights 
>>and
>>computer outlets. The kids left the television on and you don't feel like
>>getting out of a comfortable chair to turn it off? Just one handy button 
>>and
>>you're in charge.<br /> <br /> Common Uses<br /> Turn lights on and off
>>remotely, never walk into a dark room again, easily investigate a noise in
>>the middle of the night, have the lights in your house on before you even
>>step through the front door, no need to get off the couch, warm up kitchen
>>appliances first thing in the morning!<br /> <br /> Ideal For<br /> 
>>Garages,
>>kitchens, basements, businesses, entryways, front doors, backyards, 
>>offices,
>>warehouses.<br /> <br /> Easy Plug & Play Installation<br /> Plug receiver
>>into wall outlet. Plug device to be controlled into receiver.
>>This technologically advanced wireless electronic remote switch can 
>>control
>>virtually everything in your house with just the push of a button. Control
>>lamps, radios, or other electrical devices from up to 100 feet away, even
>>through walls and floors, with this radio frequency wireless remote 
>>control.
>>The receiver plugs directly into any three-prong outlet, and provides a
>>remote switched three-prong outlet to allow radio frequency on & off 
>>control
>>for a wide variety of electrical devices. The control unit, with keychain,
>>is more than small enough to fit into your pocket, but its signal will 
>>work
>>up to 100 feet away from the receiver even from inside your car.<br /> <br
>>/> The possibilities for the wireless power switch are endless. Use it to
>>power on kitchen appliances. Start your morning coffee brewing before you
>>even head downstairs and have it waiting for you as soon as you reach the
>>breakfast table. It's ideal for those hard-to-reach plug-ins like lights 
>>and
>>computer outlets. The kids left the television on and you don't feel like
>>getting out of a comfortable chair to turn it off? Just one handy button 
>>and
>>you're in charge.<br /> <br /> Common Uses<br /> Turn lights on and off
>>remotely, never walk into a dark room again, easily investigate a noise in
>>the middle of the night, have the lights in your house on before you even
>>step through the front door, no need to get off the couch, warm up kitchen
>>appliances first thing in the morning!<br /> <br /> Ideal For<br /> 
>>Garages,
>>kitchens, basements, businesses, entryways, front doors, backyards, 
>>offices,
>>warehouses.<br /> <br /> Easy Plug & Play Installation<br /> Plug receiver
>>into wall outlet. Plug device to be controlled into receiver.
>>
> Dr. Ronald E. Milliman, retired Professor Western Kentucky University
> Ph: 270-782-9325
> Email: [log in to unmask]
>
> Chair, American Council of the Blind Public Relations Committee
>
> Chair, American Council of the Blind's Monthly Monetary Support Program
> (MMS) Committee
>
> President: South Central Kentucky Council of the Blind (SCKCB)
>