Smart Ultrasonic Water Level Sensor | Tuya Smart Life
The Smart Ultrasonic Water Level Sensor is a non-contact device designed to monitor the depth or volume of liquids in tanks or reservoirs. Unlike traditional float switches, these sensors use sound waves to determine distance, making them highly reliable for various liquid types and environments.
How it operates
The sensor emits high-frequency ultrasonic sound pulses from its face. These waves travel through the air, strike the liquid surface, and reflect to the sensor. The device measures the time of flight (the duration it takes for the pulse to leave and return). Using the speed of sound, the internal processor calculates the distance to the liquid. By subtracting this distance from the tank’s total depth (which you calibrate during setup), the sensor determines the actual water level.
Product features
- Non-contact measurement: because the sensor never touches the liquid, it is resistant to corrosion, scaling, and fouling. This makes it ideal for acids, chemicals, or wastewater.
- Smart connectivity: this allows for real-time monitoring via the Tuya smart app.
- Automated logic: they can be linked to smart relays to automatically turn a pump on when the level is low or off when the tank is full.
- Precision: these sensors typically offer an accuracy range within ±1% to ±5% of the measured distance, depending on the model and environmental factors like temperature or foam.
Specifications
- Input power: 5VDC @ ≤100mA
- Wireless protocol: WiFi (2.4GHz)
- Wireless range: 50 meters with no obstacle (from sensor to router)
- Ultrasonic water sensor cable length: 2.76 meters (excl. power adaptor).
- Level range: 0.1~4 meters
- Accuracy: ±0.02 meters
- Operating temperature: -20°C~+70°C
- Waterproof rating: IP65
How to install the device?
- Place the gasket in the center of the tank where you will drill a hole for the Ultrasonic Water Level Monitor.
- Drill a hole (with a diameter of >55mm) in the middle of the tank.
- Place the sensor over the gasket with the screw holes aligned and unobstructed.
- Fasten the sensor with the self-tapping screws that are provided.
Note that if the mounting surface is curved, it is sufficient to fix the device with screws, making sure that the screws do not interfere with the data. If the data is abnormal, the screws must be loosened.
Typical application (not limited to)
- JoJo tanks
- Sump and septic monitoring
- Chemical tanks
- Irrigation management
What is in the box?
- 1 x Smart Ultrasonic Water Level Sensor
- 1 x Power supply
- 1 x Gasket
- 1 x Mounting screws
- 1 x Instruction manual
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Johnny (verified owner) –
The first sensor i ordered and fitted was not giving reliable readings. Tried everything. Eventually i replaced it with a new sensor i got. Working 100% perfectly now.
Sarel Erasmus (verified owner) –
It’s a good product and exactly what I wanted. I received excellent service from Henrac Tech.
Eben Loubser (verified owner) –
The liquid level ratio not working on the app
Keith Arnold (verified owner) –
Always have great service from Henrac. One issue with Tuya is that the HomeAssistant integration does not work, no level, only the low alarm.
Christo Du Toit (verified owner) –
Easy to install and work like a charm, even in Home Assistant.
Manie (verified owner) –
My jojo is a lot easier to control now. No more wasting water by the family
manie (verified owner) –
I love this. I had the old depth meter with a weight in the water, but this just life so much easier.
Christo Francis (verified owner) –
Great product…works very well