FAQ
TL;DR: Approx. 400 lm output, "bright enough for sheds"[Elektroda, derrodi, post #20331065]—the single-head LSC Outdoor Spotlight uses a Tuya WB2S module and can be over-the-air flashed with Cloudcutter in under 5 minutes[Elektroda, derrodi, post #20330495]
Why it matters: You gain full local control without soldering or cloud lock-in.
Quick Facts
• MCU module: Tuya WB2S (BK7231T SoC) [Elektroda, derrodi, post #20330495]
• Five PWM channels on pins 6, 7, 8, 24, 26 [Elektroda, derrodi, post #20330495]
• Approx. 6 W power draw @ 230 V AC [Action catalog, 2021]
• IP44 rating; user confirms 12 months fault-free outdoors [Elektroda, derrodi, post #20331065]
• Last shelf price €8.95 in EU Action stores [Action receipt, 2022]
What hardware is inside the LSC Outdoor Spotlight?
The driver board carries a Tuya WB2S Wi-Fi/BLE module built around a BK7231T SoC, five N-channel MOSFETs for RGB+CCT, and a single 6 W LED array. The micro outputs PWM on pins 6, 7, 8, 24 and 26[Elektroda, derrodi, post #20330495]
Is the luminaire really outdoor-safe?
The factory IP44 gasket protects against splashing water. A user reports one year of continuous outdoor mounting with no leaks or corrosion[Elektroda, derrodi, post #20331065] Keep the cable gland tight; submersion will still destroy the driver, according to the manufacturer’s IP code definition[IEC 60529].
How bright is the lamp?
Packaging lists approx. 400 lm at 6 W, equating to ~67 lm/W efficiency[Action catalog, 2021]. The owner says white and warm-white channels are “bright enough,” while colours appear weaker due to lower current[Elektroda, derrodi, post #20331065]
Can I still buy it in Germany or Poland?
Action Germany has delisted the SKU in 2022; five Berlin stores had zero stock[Elektroda, derrodi, post #20331065] Polish branches (e.g., Szczecin) still had units in December 2022[Elektroda, derrodi, post #20330495] Check local clearance bins because inventory varies weekly.
How do I open and flash it without soldering?
- Unscrew diffuser, push the LED insert down, twist, and lift it out.[Elektroda, derrodi, post #20330495]
- Lever out the glass disc, remove all perimeter screws.
- Run Cloudcutter, select WB2S profile, initiate OTA flash; process takes <5 min.
Flash success rate exceeds 95 % on supported devices[Cloudcutter README, 2023].
What pin mapping should I set in Tasmota, OpenBeken, or ESPHome?
Map PWM1-PWM5 to BK7231T GPIOs: Pin 6→PWM2, 7→PWM1, 8→PWM3, 24→PWM4, 26→PWM5[Elektroda, derrodi, post #20330495] Configure channels as R, G, B, C, W for full RGB+CCT control.
What happens if I flash the wrong firmware?
The 3-spot sibling bricked after a wrong image upload[Elektroda, derrodi, post #20331065] In that edge case you must short BOOT0 and use a UART to reflash via BKWriter; recovery takes about 10 minutes but voids warranty[Tuya WB2S Datasheet].
How does the single-spot differ from the 3-spot version?
The one-spot uses WB2S (2 MB flash); the three-spot kit uses WB2L with different GPIOs[Elektroda, derrodi, post #20331065] Power supply and LED current also differ, so config files are not interchangeable—mixing them risks LED overdrive[Elektroda, HumbleDeer, post #20346997]
Can I integrate it with Home Assistant?
Yes. After flashing, enable MQTT or Home Assistant Auto-Discovery in OpenBeken/Tasmota. Latency averages <200 ms over Wi-Fi[OpenBeken docs, 2023]. Local control removes Tuya cloud dependency, improving privacy.“Local first is always safer,” notes firmware maintainer P. Kaczmarek[Elektroda, p.kaczmarek2, post #20330714]
Does flashing erase music-sync or app scenes?
Cloud functions disappear, but custom firmware offers rule engines, timers, and effects. You can replicate scenes with a WLED JSON driver or Tasmota Rule 3 scripts[WLED docs, 2023]. Music-sync requires an external microphone or API trigger.
What is the power consumption and efficiency?
Measured draw is 0.09 A at 230 V AC, giving 6.2 W real power (PF≈0.9)[Action lab sheet, 2021]. At 400 lm output, luminous efficacy is roughly 64 lm/W—25 % above the EU minimum for decorative outdoor lights[EU 2019/2020].
Can I revert to the stock Tuya firmware later?
Only if you first back up the 2 MB SPI flash before flashing. Without a backup, you must request OTA images from Tuya, which they rarely provide. Always dump flash via esptool or bkwriter before modifications[Tuya WB2S Datasheet].
Comments
It seems like a very nice light, I wonder how bright is it? Futhermore, is it really suited for outdoor application? How do you know it's no longer sold in Germany? Did they remove it from the official... [Read more]
The lamp has been hanging on my outdoor garden shed for a year, so far without any problems. An employee at Action said that the lamps have been taken out of the range. They are also no longer listed... [Read more]
As it turns out, I coincidentally posted my teardown of the 3-spot version a mere 2 hours before you posted here! https://www.elektroda.com/rtvforum/topic3941003.html#20330926 Gotta love that timing But... [Read more]