What is the Secure C1727?
The Secure C1727 is a 2-channel smart-capable programmable heating controller designed for combi boilers, system boilers and heat pumps. It can control up to two heating zones or provide separate control of central heating and stored hot water.
It includes Bluetooth and app control as standard, with optional Wi-Fi connectivity available for remote control when away from home.
Is the Secure C1727 a smart thermostat?
Yes. The C1727 is a smart-capable programmable thermostat and heating controller. Bluetooth connectivity is built in, allowing local smartphone control through the Secure Controls app. An optional Wi-Fi adaptor can be added if you want to control your heating remotely when away from home.
Does the Secure C1727 need Wi-Fi?
No. Wi-Fi is not required for normal operation or local app control. The C1727 can be programmed from its thermostat display and can communicate with the Secure Controls app locally using Bluetooth.
Wi-Fi is only required if you want remote smart control when you are outside Bluetooth range or away from the property.
Can I control the Secure C1727 from my phone?
Yes. The Secure Controls app is available for Android and iOS. When you are at the property, your phone can communicate with the C1727 using Bluetooth.
For control when away from home, the optional Secure Wi-Fi adaptor is required.
Does the Secure C1727 come with Wi-Fi built in?
The C1727 is Bluetooth enabled as standard, while full Wi-Fi remote control requires the optional Wi-Fi adaptor. The adaptor plugs directly into the controller, so a separate smart-home hub or gateway is not required.
Can the Secure C1727 control heating and hot water?
Yes. The C1727 has two control channels, allowing it to be configured for applications including separate central heating and stored hot water control.
It can alternatively be configured to control one or two heating zones, depending on the heating system.
How many heating zones can the Secure C1727 control?
The C1727 can control up to two channels. It can therefore be used for a single heating zone, two heating zones, or heating plus stored hot water depending on the system configuration.
Is the Secure C1727 suitable for a combi boiler?
Yes. Secure specifically lists the C1727 as suitable for combi boilers. It can provide programmable temperature control while features such as load compensation and optimum start/stop can help improve heating efficiency.
Is the Secure C1727 suitable for a system boiler?
Yes. The C1727 can be used with system boilers, including installations requiring separate control of central heating and stored hot water.
Can the Secure C1727 control a heat pump?
Yes. Secure specifies the C1727 for heat pump applications with up to two zones, making it suitable for compatible modern heating installations as well as traditional boiler systems.
Does the Secure C1727 replace CentaurPlus programmers?
Yes. The C1727 has been specifically designed as a modern replacement for several Secure/Horstmann CentaurPlus controls.
Secure states that the C1727 uses the standard 6-pin wall plate associated with its CentaurPlus and ServicePlus ranges, although minor wiring changes may be required.
