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Device was delivered to my door today, had to pay R1400 in duties and taxes,
Got it linked up to HA via Tuya Local, not officially supported yet, but here is the issue/feature request: https://github.com/make-all/tuya-local/issues/2852
I can control the valve and should be able to see the flow rate - Will get it connected to mains in the next week.
RoganDawes
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Ouch, that's a bit steep!
That's very nice. Would be great to see how well it works in the long run.
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Definitely steep, but overall very happy with the shipping and delivery from Speedaf - To have AliExpress orders be delivered to your door is always a nice surprise - Also the device is very high quality, and even includes a backup battery - I removed the power and the device still functioned, albeit without Wi-Fi, but once you manually switch the Valve off, it would connect to Wi-Fi and report its status to the server.
All that even though the listing showed, not-included for the rechargeable battery.
I am busy with a full borehole installation, backup tanks, switchovers and VSD pumps - So overall, the R4500 extra added to the bill is a pretty small piece of the puzzle.
I would like to be self-sufficient and completely off-grid for Electricity and Water.
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Another delivery I got today: https://www.aliexpress.com/item/100....order_list.order_list_main.10.4c6e5e5bD1e4FT
I was going to order this locally, but when I tried to order, there wasn't any stock: https://isphome.co.za/shop/geysers-and-pumps/tuya-smart-ultrasonic-water-level-sensor/ It is back in Stock Locally,
Aliexpress was $38 and then R190 - So should be cheaper to buy locally!
Got it unboxed and goodness is it much bigger than I imagined, in my head I thought it was like 30 to 40mm in diameter, actual size is nearly 100mm and the hole needed to be drilled is 74mm
The quality is fantastic, it is totally sealed with clear resin so no water can get in, the power cable is nice and long and can easily be routed.
The idea is to get a reading of the tank level, if that goes under 50% and I have excess solar or the batteries are above 70%, then turn on the borehole pump to fill the tank.
I can also do emergency fill ups, when below 30%, check if the batteries are sufficient, then turn on the Borehole Pump.
If the batteries are low, I can move over to eskom and utilize that to power the pump.
I was going to order this locally, but when I tried to order, there wasn't any stock: https://isphome.co.za/shop/geysers-and-pumps/tuya-smart-ultrasonic-water-level-sensor/ It is back in Stock Locally,
Aliexpress was $38 and then R190 - So should be cheaper to buy locally!
Got it unboxed and goodness is it much bigger than I imagined, in my head I thought it was like 30 to 40mm in diameter, actual size is nearly 100mm and the hole needed to be drilled is 74mm
The quality is fantastic, it is totally sealed with clear resin so no water can get in, the power cable is nice and long and can easily be routed.
The idea is to get a reading of the tank level, if that goes under 50% and I have excess solar or the batteries are above 70%, then turn on the borehole pump to fill the tank.
I can also do emergency fill ups, when below 30%, check if the batteries are sufficient, then turn on the Borehole Pump.
If the batteries are low, I can move over to eskom and utilize that to power the pump.
RoganDawes
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CBU-IPEX module is Beken 7231N-based, so should be perfect for ESPHome if you ever decide to go that way. https://developer.tuya.com/en/docs/iot/cbuipex-module-datasheet?id=Kaedsyurckrhu
valiente
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Good site that!
Probably hard to see in that photo, but the entire board is cover by a 6 or 7mm layer of clear epoxy.
There is no way to get to any of those pins.
It easily connected up with tuya local integration, so I have full local control over the device.
Stephan Maritz
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I use Ewelink and RainPoint for my automations. I intended to start tinkering with HA but instead I was lazy and did not do it.
I have a Sonoff TX3C, for my front lights. One light inside the foyer/entrance hall by the front door gets triggered 45 minutes before sunset, and the two outdoor lights in the front of the house 20 minutes before sunset.
That is because at that time of the day, it's still not dark outside, but inside the foyer gets dark quickly. They all go off 20min after sunrise, and then again at 9am if it was loadshedding at that time and it did not trigger a power off.
I've got a MiniR2 with a manual switch also for a spotlight in the back yard, but currently I'm not triggering it with any scene or any condition.
I use a BasicR2 to operate my wellpoint. From 6h20 every morning, it runs for an hour every second hour (inching) until the tank is full. There is a float switch in the tank which simply opens and closes the circuit after the BasicR2. It's a fairly basic "dirty" setup so even though the Sonoff might be on, the pump might not because the tank is full.
Another one controls the irrigation pump. It goes on the same time my irrigation controller starts the cycle, and off afterwards. There is a controller and solenoid valve on the pump, which is connected to the Master Valve terminal on the irrigation controller, and I might eventually just leave the pump on but I don't have enough faith in the pump pressure controller not to switch off the valve is closed.
I also have a RainPoint 8 channel irrigation controller, which is connected to a hub. Also connected to the hub is a rain gauge, temperature and humidity sensor, and flow meter for the wellpoint.
The irrigation controller has a set routine, but will cancel a cycle of it detects 5mm or more of rain within 24 hours (from 18h30). I am still working on that, I'll know when it starts raining again.
Also, when there has been no rain in 24 hours, and it's 35 degrees or more outside at 1pm it will run zone 1 for 10 minutes (tropical plants).
The flow meter simply measures wellpoint yield for my own interest. Recently I added a scene where if more than 5000l of water is pumped in 24 hours it will send me an alert (possible tank or pipe leak, or float switch failure).
Then, I have a wirelese universal remote with which I control my air conditioner via my phone. No automatic triggers set up for that one. It runs on Tuya.
HA could bring this all together and open up more possibilities, but I think it's early days for RainPoint because talks of HA integration independent developers seems to have started recently only.
Now, if I could only get Olarm involved with HA, or even Ewelink, that would be great but it's a tall order.
I have a Sonoff TX3C, for my front lights. One light inside the foyer/entrance hall by the front door gets triggered 45 minutes before sunset, and the two outdoor lights in the front of the house 20 minutes before sunset.
That is because at that time of the day, it's still not dark outside, but inside the foyer gets dark quickly. They all go off 20min after sunrise, and then again at 9am if it was loadshedding at that time and it did not trigger a power off.
I've got a MiniR2 with a manual switch also for a spotlight in the back yard, but currently I'm not triggering it with any scene or any condition.
I use a BasicR2 to operate my wellpoint. From 6h20 every morning, it runs for an hour every second hour (inching) until the tank is full. There is a float switch in the tank which simply opens and closes the circuit after the BasicR2. It's a fairly basic "dirty" setup so even though the Sonoff might be on, the pump might not because the tank is full.
Another one controls the irrigation pump. It goes on the same time my irrigation controller starts the cycle, and off afterwards. There is a controller and solenoid valve on the pump, which is connected to the Master Valve terminal on the irrigation controller, and I might eventually just leave the pump on but I don't have enough faith in the pump pressure controller not to switch off the valve is closed.
I also have a RainPoint 8 channel irrigation controller, which is connected to a hub. Also connected to the hub is a rain gauge, temperature and humidity sensor, and flow meter for the wellpoint.
The irrigation controller has a set routine, but will cancel a cycle of it detects 5mm or more of rain within 24 hours (from 18h30). I am still working on that, I'll know when it starts raining again.
Also, when there has been no rain in 24 hours, and it's 35 degrees or more outside at 1pm it will run zone 1 for 10 minutes (tropical plants).
The flow meter simply measures wellpoint yield for my own interest. Recently I added a scene where if more than 5000l of water is pumped in 24 hours it will send me an alert (possible tank or pipe leak, or float switch failure).
Then, I have a wirelese universal remote with which I control my air conditioner via my phone. No automatic triggers set up for that one. It runs on Tuya.
HA could bring this all together and open up more possibilities, but I think it's early days for RainPoint because talks of HA integration independent developers seems to have started recently only.
Now, if I could only get Olarm involved with HA, or even Ewelink, that would be great but it's a tall order.
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This is now officially supported by Tuya-Local
RoganDawes
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Looks nice and compact, but wow, a bit pricey!
Stephan Maritz
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This type of notification card on Tuya Smart Life is why I don't like the app.
acidrain
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Can someone recommend a smart plug for power monitoring. Preferably a small footprint, can integrate into HA.
I really only need the power monitoring as the AC's are already integrated.
Edit: Doesn't even need to be a plug, an in-wall device by maybe sonoff / shelly is probably preferred.
I really only need the power monitoring as the AC's are already integrated.
Edit: Doesn't even need to be a plug, an in-wall device by maybe sonoff / shelly is probably preferred.
Stephan Maritz
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This looks quite interesting, not sure if it's what you need:
Sonoff Smart Power Meter POW CT Ring | Sonoff Africa
Sonoff energy management and monitoring system with the SONOFF POW CT Ring Smart Power Meter. Monitor power consumption up to 100Amps Max.
sonoffafrica.co.za
acidrain
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Seen those, would work in a db board, but I doubt inside a wall socket.This looks quite interesting, not sure if it's what you need:
Sonoff Smart Power Meter POW CT Ring | Sonoff Africa
Sonoff energy management and monitoring system with the SONOFF POW CT Ring Smart Power Meter. Monitor power consumption up to 100Amps Max.
Aircons are connected via normal plug sockets (BTU size doesn't require db connection)
JaseZA
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Bought some of these from Smartpad last month - using for an aircon and sump pump. I already use Tasmota flashed sonoff devices so was really simple to integrate and get working. Power values seem reasonable and reporting is quick!
Tasmota Smart Plug with Energy Monitoring 16A | SmartPad
Cloud-free Tasmota Smart Plug with energy monitoring, local control. Track power usage & cut bills. Take control of your home today!
store.smartpad.co.za
acidrain
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I see they have new plugs coming with esp32 chips. Coming soon tooBought some of these from Smartpad last month - using for an aircon and sump pump. I already use Tasmota flashed sonoff devices so was really simple to integrate and get working. Power values seem reasonable and reporting is quick!
Tasmota Smart Plug with Energy Monitoring 16A | SmartPad
Cloud-free Tasmota Smart Plug with energy monitoring, local control. Track power usage & cut bills. Take control of your home today!
ESPHome Smart Plug 16A Energy Monitoring SA | SmartPad
Cloud-free ESPHome Smart Plug with energy monitoring for native Home Assistant integration. Local control, real-time power tracking for SA homes
store.smartpad.co.za
For in-wall, look at the CBI Astute Smart Plug (ASP)
For initial setup, instead of using the CBI phone app, use the Tuya Smart phone app.
After that, you can use HA's native Tuya integration if you don't mind cloud connected. If you prefer full local control, make use of the Tuya Local HACS integration
**edit** Wooo. I've just seen this on the Smartpad site. The above mentioned plug but with ESPHome