Description
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Sonoff M5-3C-80M – Triple Smart Switch with Physical Buttons, 3 Channels, Matter Protocol, SwitchMan Series (Type 80)
Sonoff M5-3C-80M is the top of the range in the SwitchMan series for rectangular wall boxes (120/80 standard), offering independent control of three electrical circuits from a single elegant panel. This model is Matter certified, which means it removes the barriers between brands: you can add it directly to Apple Home, Google Home or Alexa by scanning a simple QR code. With three physical buttons with excellent tactile feedback and a modern "Starry Grey" finish, it is the ultimate solution for managing complex lighting in a compact, "future-proof" format.
Main Advantages (Selling Points)
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Native Matter Certification: Matter ensures smooth integration into any smart ecosystem. The device communicates locally on your network, offering instant response times and superior data security, without relying solely on the manufacturer's cloud.
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Triple Control in a Single Wall Box: Ideal for rooms with complex lighting scenarios (e.g. a living room with a chandelier, spotlights and ambient lights). You manage three different zones without needing several wall boxes or switches on the wall.
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Rectangular Format (Type 80/120): Designed specifically for installation in rectangular wall boxes, offering perfect aesthetic coverage and a professional look, and very popular in modern interior design layouts.
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Short-Travel Physical Buttons: Unlike touch panels, which can be hard to operate with wet hands or without looking, the mechanical buttons of the M5 series offer clear tactile confirmation and long-term reliability.
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LED Indicator with Adjustable Brightness: You can adjust the brightness of the LED indicator on each button via the eWeLink app. It can be set to a discreet mode for the bedroom or switched off completely so as not to disturb sleep.
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Flame-Retardant PC V0 Materials: Safety comes first. The fire-resistant housing and a design that allows heat dissipation ensure stable and safe operation even at maximum load.
Smart Automation Examples
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“Cinema” Scene: Configure a button so that a long press turns off all 3 lighting channels and switches on the television or projector at the same time (via a smart scene).
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Centralised Control via Matter: Use one channel to control the physically connected light, and the other two channels to activate devices from other manufacturers via Matter (e.g. blinds or air purifiers).
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Holiday Lighting: Schedule the 3 circuits to switch on and off at different times during the night to simulate presence in the house while you are away.
Technical Specifications
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Model: M5-3C-80M (3 Channels / Triple)
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Wireless Protocol: Wi-Fi IEEE 802.11 b/g/n 2.4GHz
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Smart Standard: Matter
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Maximum Load: 2A per channel (6A Total)
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Power Supply: 100-240V AC, 50/60Hz
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Dimensions: 120 x 74 x 41.5 mm (Rectangular Format)
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Material: PC V0 (fire resistant)
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Colour: Dark grey (Starry Grey)
Package contents: 1 x Sonoff M5-3C-80M smart switch, fixing screws, user manual. (Note: Requires a Neutral wire to operate.)
Why choose Sonoff M5-3C-80M?
It is the most versatile switch for rectangular wall boxes on the market. By combining 3 control channels with the universal Matter standard, you get total configuration freedom. You are no longer limited to a single app or a single brand; you have full control, quality physical feedback and a design that complements any modern interior.
Practical use cases
- Replaces a conventional wall switch, keeping manual touch control while adding app control and voice commands (Alexa/Google Assistant).
- Used to create lighting scenes that adjust several circuits in a room simultaneously with a single touch.
- Integrated into an automation that automatically switches off lights left on after bedtime or when nobody is in the room any more.
Technical specifications:
| Model | SONOFF SwitchMan M5 Matter M5-3C-80M |
| Type | flush-mounted smart switch, 3 channels, 80mm format, WiFi + Matter |
| Processor | ESP32 |
| Power supply | 100-240V~ 50/60Hz |
| Maximum current | 6A total (2A/channel) |
| Maximum power | 1320W total (440W/channel) |
| Dimensions | 86 x 71 x 41.5 mm |
| Housing | PC V0 + CRS, flame-retardant |
| Operating temperature | -10°C ~ 40°C, humidity 5-95% RH |
| Protocol | WiFi 2.4GHz (802.11b/g/n), Matter |
| Compatibility | Apple Home, Google Home, Amazon Alexa (via Matter) |
M5-3C-80M is the ideal choice for anyone who wants to upgrade conventional wall switches with smart control, without giving up manual control by touch.
