Powersensor Beta Trials
Water Monitoring
Powersensor saves you big on energy & now water bills!
Water and Energy Monitoring Combined.
On average water meter monitoring can reduce residential water usage by 15% to 30%*. Pairing that with energy monitoring you could save hundreds on your energy and water bills.
We've revolutionised our patented technology, making it more intelligent than ever. Powersensor now seamlessly integrates your real-time whole-of-house energy data with your water data, all thanks to a small self-install sensor on your water meter! How easy is that?
By monitoring your water and energy usage with Powersensor, you can significantly reduce your utility bills. Providing you data and visibility into the water and energy usage for specific appliances with a Powersensor WiFi plug or sensor, such as washing machines or dishwashers.
Around 40% of household water is used and wasted in the bathroom*. The kitchen, laundry, and garden make up the rest of the water used in the home.
Changing your behaviours and using water-efficient appliances can save lots of water. Gaining real-time data to identify excess water usage, which could be caused by leaks, gives you added peace of mind.
Simply add a sensor to your existing or new Powersensor solution, place it on your water meter and see your water data in real-time.
We welcome existing Powersensor customers to join our beta trial!
You will receive a free Powersensor WiFi Plug. We ask you to contribute the cost of the water sensor ($120) plus shipping and we will send you an invoice from finance@powersensor.com.au to your email address.
Water meter types, we monitor.
Elster and GVT
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Itron and Schlumberger.
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Water monitoring.
Simple self-install.
Powersensor’s promise is self-install energy and solar, now water monitoring solutions that move with you. We allow people of all budgets and living situations to reduce their power and water bills, increase their energy and water efficiency, putting money into their back pockets.
Our water monitoring solution is no different; it simply fits with new or existing Powersensor installations and provides real-time water and energy usage for some of your biggest bill contributors.
The breakthrough is in self-installation. We are the only self-installed energy and water appliance monitoring solution in the market.
Quick Install
Once you have been accepted into the Powersensor water beta trial, using your Powersensor app email address our support team will enable the water sensor feature.
Go to Devices screen and "Add a new sensor" and select water sensor.
Set up water sensor through the app, then attach the water sensor on the water meter.
Configure the water meter scale. Typically, 4 red digits on the water meter = 1 litre/revolution, 3 red digits = 10 litres/revolution. To configure the water meter scale, go to Devices, select the water sensor, and tap on the water meter scale.
It will take approximately 10 litres of water to calibrate the water sensor. One shower, dishwasher or washing machine load is enough.
Lachlan, Melbourne , Australia
Understanding my water usage in real-time has helped me to save $260, meaning my water sensor has paid for itself twice over the year. It allowed me to be more mindful about and change my consumption patterns.
I was lightly running my sprinklers for 15-20 minutes every day, I was shocked when Powersensor showed me my water usage. So, purchased a more efficient watering system and used my water timer. Now I am looking for new ways to save more on my water bills!
FAQ
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Yes, that’s correct. You can purchase the Powersensor solution that suits your needs, then add sensors to monitor your compatible water meter.
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The sensor is suitable for outdoor-rated use. Powersensor is not designed to be submerged, so not suitable if water meter is underground.
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Please be mindful when maintaining your lawn or garden, especially when using a lawn mower, whipper snipper or other sharp gardening equipment - which may come into contact and damage your Powersensor water monitoring sensor.
Do not use the Powersensor if there is physical damage to the housing as the internal lithium ion battery may pose a fire hazard if damaged.
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You will still require the WiFi plug standard in the Powersensor solutions as thea Wifi Plug acts as a gateway between your sensor and your WiFi router.
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The plug talks to the sensors using Bluetooth, so please make sure the plug and the sensors are within Bluetooth range. A common rule of thumb is 10 meters or 2 rooms apart.
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For some water meter types, it will take approximately 10 litres of water to calibrate the water sensor. One shower, dishwasher or washing machine load is enough.
For other meters that only rotate once for 10l, it will need 10 times as much water. So 10 machine loads or showers should be enough.
Should your water meter have less signal signal strength, it might take a few extra revolutions (more water usage) to calibrate. -
This can be found in the water tab of the Powersensor app.
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Once you have followed the easy app-guided self-installation and have installed your solution within the Powersensor app, you will navigate to the devices screen, click 'install new sensor,' and follow the install steps - it's really that simple.
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Within the Powersensor app, you will navigate to the devices screen, click 'install new sensor,' and follow the install prompts - it's really that simple.
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Powersensor is currently compatible with both Elster and GVT water meters. But of course, please email us a photo of your water meter, and we will get back to you.
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You can also take Powersensor with you to your next property with ease.
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Upgrade to the Powersensor solution that suits your financial and energy needs over time.
Tech Specs
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Battery powered with a rechargeable 3.7V Lithium Ion battery.
Suitable for outdoor use at 0 to 50℃.
Dimensions: 9cm x 4.2cm x 3.2cm
Sensor mounting: Silicone strap or reclosable fastener as appropriate.
Comes with USB charging cable.
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Standard three-pin AU/NZ power plug: 240 V AC 50Hz 10A.
It uses less than 1W of power to operate
Indoor use only up to 40℃.
9.9cm (Height) x 4.3cm (Width) x 3.8cm (Depth, excluding pins).
84 grams.
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2.4GHz WiFi and Bluetooth.
Permanent internet connection required.
With a WPA2 security mode.
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Bluetooth: Sensor to Plug within about 10m or two rooms.
WiFi: Plug and Sensor to WiFi Access Point up to 50m.
Note: Actual range is dependent on your home environment, especially obstructions such as walls and ceilings and interference from other devices and appliances.
Search our Help Centre on the Powersensor website for tips about improving wireless coverage.
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Elster and GVT water meters.
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For average household usage over a monthly period the volume accuracy is typically 2%
Flow rate, depending on the water meters display resolution is typically within;
+/- 1l / min for 1l / rotation meters and,
+/- 2l / min for 10l / rotation meters
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iOS and Android.
Refer to the respective app stores for supported versions.
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Easy app-guided self-installation.
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1 Year - see Terms and Conditions.
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Powersensor contains a Lithium ion battery. Please be mindful when maintaining your lawn or garden, especially when using a lawn mower, whipper snipper or other sharp gardening equipment - which may come into contact and damage your Powersensor water monitoring sensor.
Do not use the Powersensor if there is physical damage to the housing as the internal lithium ion battery may pose a safety or fire hazard if damaged.
References
* The Australian Water Association