The water leakage protection system is a modern remedy against leaks, gusts of water and flooding. It is worth preventing careless actions on the part of water users in the house, as well as protecting your home from a water disaster, it is worth taking preventive measures. To choose one of the protection systems on the market (for example, “Aquastop”, “Rainbow”, “Aquaguard”, “Neptune”), you should decide how many water sensors you will need and what type of kit will be convenient in a particular case - wired or working using radio signals.
Protection system installation diagram Source oboiman.ru
The essence and choice of a protective system
Any home, even one equipped with the latest plumbing, can experience leaks or flooding. This happens for the following reasons:
- one of the family members accidentally forgot to turn off the tap;
- the tubes supplying water to the washing machine, dishwasher and other household appliances are damaged;
- the water pipe network has worn out;
- sanitary fixtures, as well as fittings suitable for it, turned out to be defective.
Protection against water leaks is integrated into a system consisting of special sensors, taps for quickly shutting it off if necessary, and a block that controls this. In order for such protection to work properly, sensors are placed in those places where water leakage is most likely (under bathtubs, sinks, water heating appliances, dishwashers).
A crack in a pipe can turn into a flood Source aaactionwaterproofing.com
Wireless sensors (as opposed to wired ones) are convenient because they can be located anywhere. After contact with water, they send a conditioned signal to the control unit, which blocks the water flow in time by closing a conventional ball or electromagnetic valve. Some kits are also equipped with a special GSM module, which transmits a signal about a leak to the owner’s smartphone. Water leak protection systems and how they compare with each other should be studied before purchasing.
When selecting an anti-leakage system, you should consider:
- the ability to purchase convenient wireless options;
- the presence of an indicator function showing the current state of ball valves and spare power;
- diameter of water pipes;
- equipping with system backup power supply;
- the ability to identify leaks along several lines at once and connect the system to the smart home network;
- presence of a signal when it becomes necessary to replace batteries;
- possibility of manual backup control in emergency situations;
- number of sensors included;
The anti-flood system in the house will send a message to your mobile phone in time Source oboiman.ru
- availability of monitoring of hot and cold water consumption with results displayed in a mobile phone application.
Also, when choosing, it is important to consider additional functions. For example, the functionality that automatically turns the taps once or twice a month is very useful so that they do not turn sour.
By the way! The system connected to the electrical network can only be used if there are grounded outlets.
Protection against flooding can be immediate, when sensors perceive a certain water level at the moment when flooding has already begun. The second, more used and effective method of protection is the prevention of water leaks, when a sensor reaction can occur even with a slight leak. This way you can prevent a major accident and avoid damaging the furniture.
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Hydrolock systems
Russian systems against water leaks Gidrolock ensure the safety of your apartment and property, will allow you not to spoil relations with neighbors and avoid unwanted financial costs, civil lawsuits in court and repair work. Devices from this manufacturer can stop an accident at an early stage and automatically turn off the water supply. The devices are simple and reliable, do not cause problems during installation work, and if all operating rules are followed, they will provide protection for a long period. The range allows you to choose any device at a price, and the quality will pleasantly surprise you.
Hydrolock Professional Bugatti
Price – 20,200 rub.
The set consists of:
- control unit;
- 12 V battery
- two electric cranes;
- three wired sensors.
| Characteristics | Description | |
| 1 | Product code | 13891 |
| 2 | Manufacturer | Hydrolock |
| 3 | Country of origin | Russia |
| 4 | Product type | System |
| 5 | Connection diameter | 1/2″ |
| 6 | Max. liquid temperature | +150 °C |
| 7 | Drive cable length | 1m |
| 8 | Crane turn time 90° | 30 sec |
| 9 | Electric drive protection class | IP65 |
| 10 | Max. pressure | 64 atm |
| 11 | Supply voltage | 220V |
| 12 | Sensor type | wired |
| 13 | Sensors included | 3 |
| 14 | Cranes included | 2 |
Hydrolock Professional Bugatti
Advantages:
- 200 wired sensors and radio sensors can be simultaneously connected to the system;
- active sensor monitoring function;
- there is an open circuit monitoring function;
- the device has backup power thanks to a powerful battery;
- there is a self-cleaning function;
- will urgently and instantly stop the water supply;
- manual remote closing.
Flaws:
- No.
Gidrolock COUNTRY HOUSE – 1 WINNER – “BUGATTI”
Price – 7,850 rub.
The system is suitable for a dacha and a country house, but you can safely use it in an apartment.
The device is equipped with:
- two sensors;
- a set of batteries;
- tire.
| Characteristics | Description | |
| 1 | Manufacturer | Hydrolock |
| 2 | Country of origin | Russia |
| 3 | Product type | System |
| 4 | Connection diameter | 1/2″ |
| 5 | Possibility of connecting sensors | wired |
| 6 | Applicable | for cold water |
| 7 | Crane turn time 90° | 20 sec |
| 8 | Faucet material | brass |
| 9 | controller installation | mortise |
| 10 | operating time from backup power | 10 years |
| 11 | equipment | instructions, patches, faucet, batteries |
| 12 | Sensors included | 2 |
| 13 | Cranes included | 1 |
| 14 | basic food | from batteries |
Gidrolock COUNTRY HOUSE – 1 WINNER – “BUGATTI”
Advantages:
- availability;
- runs on battery.
Flaws:
- Suitable only for cold water;
- mortise type of controller installation;
- equipped with one tap.
More about some systems
If you are interested in the question of a water leak protection system and which one is better to choose, it is worth considering several options.
"Neptune"
According to the considered decision of experts from the Moscow business magazine, this system, which appeared back in 2000, is the most popular.
“Neptune” Source neptun-wifi.ru
The particular convenience of purchasing a Neptun system is that the consumer has plenty to choose from. This brand represents a whole line of different systems: from inexpensive ten-thousandth units to systems running under smartphone control.
Any of the wireless anti-leak devices can be installed in any, even the most inaccessible places of the house. Whether you purchase a ready-made kit or purchase components, anyone can assemble their own system. The ball valves with which the Neptune system is equipped are produced by the famous company Bugatti (manufactured in Italy). They have a powerful motor, excellent seals and manual controls that can be used in the event of an accident. Some systems have this function: once or twice a month the taps are rotated at the command of the control unit.
"Aquawatchman"
Domestic consumers are pleased with such a complex device as the “Akvastorozh” (leakage protection system). It is distinguished by the fastest possible automatic blocking of emergency valves in the closed position.
“Aquawatchman” Source ovk-term.ru
Which leakage protection system to choose?
The first thing you need to decide when choosing a system is the type of home. Some sensors are suitable only for apartments or only for private houses, which is what manufacturers are trying to emphasize. If any sensor from the list is suitable for installation in an apartment, then for a country house or private house in the city, the best choice would be devices from the Gidrolock brand.
For large rooms where there may be problems with synchronizing sensors, it is worth choosing systems equipped with the ability to remotely control or connect to Wi-Fi. Of the presented ones, this is “Neptun Profi WiFi”.
If your financial capabilities allow you to buy only a budget model, you can choose SPYHEAT TRITON 15-002 without fear. The device performs its functions perfectly and has all the necessary equipment.
Video description
This video shows how the leakage protection system is installed:
In the presented Aquastop system there are no sensors whose contacts close when water hits them. Instead, there are pressure gauges that respond to changes in water pressure and shut off safety valves if necessary. It works as follows. When the pressure in the water supply system is stable, thanks to the internal spring, the valve remains open, and when the pressure drops (during a hole in the pipe or hose), the spring shuts off the water by closing the valve. To determine the presence of abnormal pressure, the system takes readings at the inlet and outlet.
How to connect Anti-Flood?
- We connect the sensor to the cable and close it with a decorative cover.
- We decide where the controller will be located. It's better to hang it next to the riser.
- We remove the cover from the back of the controller, fasten the screws in the wall with self-tapping screws and put the controller on them.
- We install the electric valve after the main entrance valve to the room.
- We unscrew the pipe along with the meter and the coarse filter.
- We install the electric faucet in accordance with the drawn arrow in the direction of water flow.
- At the outlet of the electric faucet, screw the previously disconnected pipe.
- Place the sensors in the area of possible leaks.
- Using a conductor, we stretch the sensor cables to the controller.
- We connect all available cables to the controller.
- Turn on external power.
Briefly about the main thing
The anti-water leakage system prevents unpleasant consequences that may arise due to flooding of the house if water for some reason begins to leak out of the plumbing system.
Special devices that protect against home floods are equipped with wired or wireless sensors that detect the presence of high humidity.
Among the leakage protection systems produced, there are examples of different functionality, equipped with all the necessary parts for installation.
How to choose the right quality Anti-Flood system?
Need to pay attention:
- The speed of the device’s response to unwanted water leakage.
- Electrical power supply for the system.
- The maximum number of sensors and taps that can be connected.
- The degree of protection of a device from damage that renders the system useless. For example, broken wires, etc.
- The number of controller functions that make the device easy to use.
- Tap closing speed.
- What material are electric ball valves made of?
- The taps are easy to install and compact.
- Length and thickness of connecting wire;
- Sensor type - wireless or wired.
- The degree of protection of the device from oxidation.
- Ease of replacing sensors, their number in the set.
- Easy to connect parts of the device to the controller.
- The maximum possible number of connected sensors.
You can make such a protection system with your own hands at home, but to do this you need to be a professional in the field of plumbing and electrical engineering.
