FAQ
TL;DR: This FAQ helps OpenBeken and Home Assistant users convert a 6-outlet Feit outdoor stake. One user reports CloudCutter worked cleanly, and an expert confirmed, "PowerSave 1" reduces Wi-Fi power use while keeping features active. It also covers the matching Globe Electric 50233 and the proven BK7231T pin map. [#20660661]
Why it matters: This thread gives a working OpenBeken template, a confirmed pinout, and realistic outdoor-use limits for a cloud-free yard stake.
| Model |
Hardware relationship |
OpenBeken path |
Known result |
| Feit PLUG/WIFI/STK/WP |
Original device discussed |
Tuya-CloudCutter first |
Reported working without problems |
| Globe Electric 50233 |
Reported as exactly the same internally |
Same template likely; UART fallback available |
User expected same conversion path |
Key insight: The most valuable takeaway is that this device behaves as a single-channel smart stake: 1 relay controls all 6 outlets, so OpenBeken integration is simple, but per-outlet automation is impossible. [#20660661]
Quick Facts
- Feit PLUG/WIFI/STK/WP is a 6-outlet outdoor power stake with 1 relay, so every outlet switches together in Home Assistant and OpenBeken. [#20660661]
- The confirmed OpenBeken pin map is P26 button, P8 LED, P7 WiFi LED, and P24 relay on a BK7231T device. [#20668021]
- The extracted Tuya data says the device uses a WB2S module and that the Tuya section starts at position 0, which is explicitly described as uncommon. [#20668021]
- One owner used the stake for about 5 years under house eaves with holiday lights and reported no corrosion or visible moisture damage on the board. [#20661870]
- This hardware has 2 separate LEDs, which lets you remap status behavior, such as using blue for relay-on and disabling Wi-Fi activity indication. [#20668021]
How do I flash the Feit Electric Smart Wi-Fi Yard Stake PLUG/WIFI/STK/WP with OpenBeken using Tuya-CloudCutter?
You can flash it with Tuya-CloudCutter, and the reported result was successful on the first try. Use this basic flow: 1. Run Tuya-CloudCutter against the Feit stake. 2. Flash OpenBeken when CloudCutter identifies the device. 3. Apply the working Feit PLUG/WIFI/WP-style pin template in OpenBeken. The original report says CloudCutter worked "without any problem" on this PLUG/WIFI/STK/WP unit.
[#20660661]
What pin configuration works for the Feit Outdoor Power Stake PLUG/WIFI/STK/WP in OpenBeken?
The working OpenBeken configuration is P7 for WifiLED_n, P8 for LED_n, P24 for Rel, and P26 for Btn. The extracted Tuya data also matches that map as button on P26, LED on P8, WiFi LED on P7, and relay on P24. That gives you 1 switch channel controlling the entire stake.
[#20668021]
Which chip and module are used inside the Feit Electric Smart Wi-Fi Yard Stake, and how do BK7231T and WB2S relate to each other?
The device uses a BK7231T-based WB2S setup.
"WB2S" is a Wi-Fi module that hosts the main radio and control chip, its key characteristic here being that it uses the BK7231T platform. The first post identifies the chip as BK7231-TQN32, and the later extracted config says the device seems to use a WB2S module using BK7231T.
[#20668021]
Why does the Feit PLUG/WIFI/STK/WP use a single relay for all 6 outlets instead of controlling each outlet separately?
It uses a single relay because the hardware is designed as one switched load, not six independent channels. The owner opened the unit and reported that it has one single relay controlling all 6 outlets. In practice, that simplifies flashing and Home Assistant setup, but it removes per-outlet scheduling or energy separation.
[#20660661]
What is PowerSave 1 in OpenBeken, and how does it affect Wi-Fi power consumption on BK7231T devices?
PowerSave 1 is an OpenBeken command that reduces Wi-Fi module power consumption while keeping normal features running. An OpenBeken maintainer recommended it specifically for new users and said it can lower energy use without disabling functionality. The later clarification also notes that typing PowerSave without arguments defaults to mode 1 because of legacy command behavior.
[#20661908]
How does the startDriver SSDP command work in OpenBeken, and why would I want the device discoverable by Windows?
The startDriver SSDP command enables SSDP discovery so Windows can see the device on the local network. The maintainer described it as a way to make the device discoverable by Windows, not as a Home Assistant requirement. If you do not need Windows network discovery, you can skip it without affecting the core relay and LED mapping.
[#20661877]
What is SSDP in the context of OpenBeken and Home Assistant devices?
SSDP is a network discovery feature that helps devices announce themselves on a local network.
"SSDP" is a discovery protocol that lets network devices advertise their presence, its key characteristic here being Windows visibility without changing the core OpenBeken control logic. In this thread, SSDP is discussed only as optional discoverability, not as a required step for Home Assistant switching.
[#20661908]
What does 'the Tuya section starts at uncommon position 0' mean when extracting a Tuya device config?
It means the extracted Tuya configuration block begins at offset 0 instead of a more typical later location in memory. The user explicitly updated the post to note that the Tuya section starts at uncommon position 0. That matters because extraction tools and pinout workflows sometimes assume a different starting position.
[#20668021]
How can I download the Tuya config and extract pinouts for a BK7231T smart plug or outdoor stake?
You can extract the config by following an OpenBeken pinout-extraction workflow and then reading the reported GPIO map. Use this sequence: 1. Download the Tuya config with the referenced extraction method. 2. Read the listed functions for button, relay, and LEDs. 3. Copy those pins into your OpenBeken JSON or web config. After doing that, the user recovered P26, P8, P7, and P24 for this BK7231T device.
[#20668021]
What should I do if Tuya-CloudCutter fails because the Feit or Globe Electric stake firmware is already patched?
Use UART flashing if CloudCutter fails because the firmware is patched. The maintainer said not to worry in that case because the UART method is also easy, and the board appears to expose flashing pads inside. That gives you a direct fallback path for both the Feit unit and the matching Globe Electric 50233.
[#21360767]
How do I use the exposed UART flashing pads inside the Feit or Globe Electric outdoor power stake to install OpenBeken manually?
The thread confirms the pads exist, but it does not provide pad labels, voltages, or a pin-by-pin UART map. The practical next step is to open the case, identify the exposed flashing pads, and trace where they connect before attempting manual flashing. That limitation matters because a patched device may force UART, but the exact pad assignments were not documented here.
[#21360767]
In what way is the Globe Electric Remote Control Ground Stake model 50233 the same as the Feit PLUG/WIFI/STK/WP, and can it use the same OpenBeken template?
A later user reported that the Globe Electric 50233 is exactly the same as the Feit stake internally, based on teardown evidence. That strongly suggests the same OpenBeken template can be tried first, especially the single-relay BK7231T mapping. The thread stops short of a completed flash report, so treat template reuse as a practical first test rather than a final confirmation.
[#21360498]
How should I configure the two separate LEDs on this device if I want the blue LED on when the relay is on and no WiFi LED activity?
Map the blue status LED as the main relay LED and leave the WiFi LED unused. The user said pin 7 and pin 8 drive different colors, with blue preferred as the on-state indicator and no WiFi LED desired. That setup keeps the device dark when off and shows only the blue LED when the relay is on.
[#20668021]
What safety or waterproofing concerns should I consider when using the Feit outdoor stake outside if it has no visible gaskets or stated IP rating?
Treat it as weather-resistant in sheltered use, not as a fully sealed outdoor enclosure. The owner found no stated IP rating, no gaskets, and no seals, only overlapping plastic housing. Real-world use lasted about 5 years under the eave of a house, with no board corrosion, so covered placement appears safer than direct exposure to rain or snow.
[#20661870]
Feit PLUG/WIFI/STK/WP vs Globe Electric 50233: which one is easier to convert to OpenBeken and integrate with Home Assistant?
The Feit model is the easier documented choice because this thread provides a confirmed CloudCutter success and a working pin template. The Globe Electric 50233 appears hardware-identical, so it may be equally easy, but the thread does not yet confirm a finished flash. For Home Assistant, both should behave as a 1-relay, 6-outlet shared switch if the hardware match holds.
[#21360498]
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Comments
Thank you for the presentation, it is a very interesting device, although I would be worried about its IP rating. Is it really an outdoor one? I can also see the tracks for the RF circuit on the PCB.... [Read more]
As far as waterproofing, there is no mention that I've seen of any IP rating. There are no gaskets or seals of any kind that I can find, just the overlapping plastic bits of the housing... We have been... [Read more]
It's good to hear it already lasted a long time. Maybe I worried over nothing. Btw, if you are a new user, you can look into PowerSave 1 and startDriver SSDP commands, the first one can reduce energy... [Read more]
That is good to know about the powersave feature! This page says that it should be 1 by default, but I have added it to my startup for good measure. As for the SSDP driver, I can't seem to find any... [Read more]
Oops, I didn't mean to say it's enabled by default. Our intention was to say that if you type: PowerSave , without any arguments, it will assume that you want to do PowerSave 1 . This is because of the... [Read more]
That all makes sense. Thanks for letting me know about both of those! [Read more]
We also have some OpenBeken information on our Elektroda YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@elektrodacom/videos [Read more]
I just learned how to download the Tuya config and extract the pinouts , and have updated my original post with the new information and config JSON: Device configuration, as extracted from Tuya: -... [Read more]
You're lucky that you've got a device with two separate LEDs. Here's a SSDP tutorial: [Read more]
Thanks for posting this. I just purchased the Globe Electric "Remote Control Ground Stake" Model number 50233 on clearance at my grocery store and it's exactly the same as the Feit Stake. All I could find... [Read more]
Good luck, but don't worry if the device is already patched. The UART method is also easy to do. I can see there are some flashing pads exposed inside, in the case of patched device, we may need to check... [Read more]