Making an Oscillating / Desktop fan smart

I picked up a

  • 8' extension cord,
  • a 'screwless' cover plate,
  • plastic 1 gang box, Dremeled off the "ears"

Screen Shot 2021-07-22 at 11.30.07 AM

I cut the Extension cord into two parts and then wired up the switch. It's basically a "Lumpy" extension cord. I specifically picked the extension cord to have one socket end, not the triple that is so normal. That meant my choices of color and gauge were limited to stock-on-hand.

https://www.lowes.com/pd/Utilitech-8-ft-16-3-3-Prong-Outdoor-SJTW-Light-Duty-General-Extension-Cord/3551686

https://www.lowes.com/pd/TayMac-1-Gang-Gray-PVC-Weatherproof-New-Work-Old-Work-Standard-Switch-Outlet-Wall-Electrical-Box/4005489

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