Automated windows? Yup. I motorized ALL 12 crank windows in my house and connected them to Home Assistant using 3D-printed parts, a Zooz ZEN53 DC Motor Controller, and custom wiring. This is one of the smartest AND most practical upgrades I’ve ever built.
In this video, I walk you through the entire project:
- Why automate your windows
- Parts you’ll need
- How I designed custom 3D-printed motor housings
- A full 30-second wiring animation
- Step-by-step assembly
- Wiring + ZEN53 setup
- The complete Home Assistant blueprint
- All safety and cooling automations
- Geofencing auto-close
- Vent mode & air-quality triggers
If you want to build this yourself, all STL files and the automation blueprint are linked below.
🧰 Downloads & Files (STL + Blueprint)
🖨️ STL Files (Thingiverse)
Also a step by step written instructions on my website - www.DIYVinny.com
All 3D-printed components (standard + mirrored housings, adapters, top & back covers):
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https://www.thingiverse.com/thing:7228108/files🧬 Home Assistant Automation Blueprint (GitHub)
Complete multi-window automation system with safety logic, cooling mode, geofencing, and more:
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https://github.com/vincentfhylla/ha-blueprints/tree/main🛒 Parts Used in This Project
(Affiliate links help support the channel — thank you!)
• Zooz ZEN53 DC Motor Controller:
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https://geni.us/pZDy• Bringmart 12V 16RPM DC Motor:
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https://geni.us/tspOxE• 12V 5A Power Supply:
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https://geni.us/RDHVGT• Momentary Rocker Switch:
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https://geni.us/NTqOfX• Universal Coupler (8mm → 10mm):
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https://geni.us/ChKL3M9• Wago Connectors:
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https://geni.us/NMcRS• Spade Connector Kit:
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https://geni.us/GWbOBB• Spade Connector Tool:
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https://geni.us/fOXp• Caliper for Measuring Crank:
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https://geni.us/kM9hLM• 3D Printer (any of these work):
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https://geni.us/RqjI4• PCBway 3D Printing/CNC Service:
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https://pcbway.com/g/cVAO0k🔥 Features in This Build
Smart cooling mod
AC override
Cooking smoke vent mode
Fire/CO safety auto-open
Weather-guard logic
Presence-based auto-close
Full lockout modes
Manual switch override
Motor fault handling
Window grouping
Priority engine