Cooper Wiring Devices VS306U-A Vacancy Sensor Switch Almond

What it is and who it is for

The Cooper Wiring Devices VS306U-A is a vacancy sensor switch that replaces a standard light or fan control. It uses passive infrared technology to detect motion across a 180 degree field of view and 450 sq. ft. of coverage. The switch requires manual activation and turns the load off automatically when the room is vacated. It fits a standard wall box and works with decora-style or screwless wallplates.

Who it suits and who should look elsewhere

This device suits installations where lights must be turned on manually but should switch off automatically to save energy. It supports LED, CFL, fluorescent, incandescent and halogen loads up to 600W and can be wired in single-pole or 3-way configurations. No neutral wire is required for installation. Builders who need an occupancy sensor that turns lights on automatically should look at a different product type.

Capacity and headroom

The switch handles major motion detection across 450 sq. ft. with a selectable time delay ranging from 5 seconds to 30 minutes. It accommodates loads up to 600W across all popular lamp types. The compact housing allows multi-gang mounting without crowding. California Title 24 compliance is met for residential energy-code requirements.