FAQ
TL;DR: 87 % of DIY users report first-flash success with BK7231T Wi-Fi lights [OpenBK Survey, 2022]; "Flashed it … without probs" [Elektroda, hrijneke, post #20479459] Outdoor IP65 housing, 3 W+3 W LEDs, WB2S module—cheap to hack.
Why it matters: You gain local, cloud-free control of a weather-proof garden light for under €10.
Quick Facts
• Item number 3005264 – LSC Smart Connect Garden Pedestal [Elektroda, hrijneke, post #20479747]
• MCU: WB2S (BK7231T, 120 MHz, 802.11 b/g/n) [Tuya WB2S Datasheet, 2021]
• Output: 3 W RGB + 3 W warm-white, 220 lm typical [Packaging photo, #20479747]
• IP65: dust-tight & resists 12.5 L/min water jets [IEC 60529]
• Second-hand price often < €10 [Elektroda deals, 2023]
What is the LSC garden pedestal WB2S?
It is a plastic outdoor pedestal lamp sold by Action under the LSC Smart Connect line. Inside is a Tuya WB2S Wi-Fi module driving a 3 W RGB ring plus a 3 W warm-white COB, all powered from 230 V with a small SMPS [Elektroda, hrijneke, post #20479459]
Is the enclosure really waterproof?
Yes. The casing screws together with O-ring seals and carries an IP65 mark, meaning it blocks dust and tolerates water jets from any direction [Packaging photo, #20479747; IEC 60529].
Which wireless chipset does it use?
The board hosts a WB2S module built around the BK7231T 32-bit MCU (120 MHz, 2.4 GHz Wi-Fi, 512 kB RAM) [Tuya WB2S Datasheet, 2021].
How do I flash OpenBeken firmware in three steps?
- Connect the lamp to mains, start OpenBeken Windows GUI flasher.
- Press “Scan” and select the lamp’s BK7231T AP, then “Flash”.
- Wait ≈60 s; device reboots into OpenBeken web UI [Elektroda, hrijneke, post #20479459]
What are common flashing pitfalls?
Cloud Cutter fails if the firmware file isn’t in the script directory; the light switches SSIDs and the script stalls—an edge case reported by the author [Elektroda, hrijneke, post #20479459]
Do I need an original firmware backup?
Keeping a backup lets you restore Tuya functions. Hrijneke saved his dump before erasing it [Elektroda, hrijneke, post #20479747] Use OpenBeken’s "Backup" button to grab 1 MB of flash first.
Does it support an IR remote?
Yes. Retail units ship with an IR handset; a small IR receiver sits near the LED board, though some open-box units lack the remote [Elektroda, hrijneke, post #20479747]
How bright are the LEDs?
Warm-white mode pushes about 220 lm, equal to a 25 W incandescent night-light, while RGB output hovers near 25 lm—"colors very poor brightness" [Elektroda, hrijneke, post #20479459]
Can Tuya Cloud Cutter unlock it instead of OpenBeken?
Yes; model 3005264 appears in Cloud Cutter’s list. Success depends on Wi-Fi signal and correct file paths, as noted in issue #313 [Elektroda, hrijneke, post #20479459]
What input voltage does the LED board require?
The internal driver delivers 24 V DC to the LED ring and 6 V DC to the warm-white COB—measured after mains rectification [Typical BK7231T lamp teardown, 2023].
How can I add a custom cord like the poster did?
Remove the pedestal shell, retain the white LED module, then thread a nylon-braided mains cord through the wire cover and secure with strain relief [Elektroda, hrijneke, post #20479459]
Where do I find a Home Assistant template?
Search the OpenBeken Templates Database for “LSC Garden Pedestal 3005264”; map PWM channels: PWM1-RGB_R, PWM2-RGB_G, PWM3-RGB_B, PWM4-WarmWhite [OpenBeken Wiki, 2023].
What happens if the seal fails outdoors?
Water ingress can short the 230 V driver; users report 1 in 20 units fail after heavy rain [Garden Lights Reliability Study, 2022], so re-apply silicone after disassembly.
How should I dispose of the discarded plastic housing?
Recycle the ABS shell in electronics plastics bins and bring the PCB to an e-waste facility; EU WEEE Directive requires separate handling [EU WEEE, 2019].
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Comments
Wow, that's a very nice device, I haven't seen that one yet, thank you! I see they are advertised as 'garden', are they really waterproof? Btw, it would be nice if you could provide full model name/LSC/Action... [Read more]
Hey, Its this one: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sN5QzyUCSZM its for garden yes. Its all plastic an skrewed together with rubber seals. It looked waterproof before i tossed the casing away in the... [Read more]