Description
Monnit ALTA Industrial Wireless Water Detect Sensor
The Monnit ALTA Industrial Wireless Water Detect Sensor is a flexible, rugged solution designed to protect properties from the costly damage caused by leaks, floods, and faulty plumbing. With real-time alerts delivered via SMS text and/or email, this sensor empowers facility managers, building engineers, and IT teams to respond quickly, containing water-related incidents before they escalate. Beyond simply signaling the presence of water, the ALTA Water Detect Sensor can also monitor for the absence of water in critical lines or tanks, enabling proactive maintenance and early warning of supply disruptions. Its compact form and wireless capability mean you can place it almost anywhere vulnerable to water intrusion—basements, mechanical rooms, server closets, restrooms, warehouses, data centers, and outdoor equipment housings—without the need for complex wiring. Integrated with Monnit’s cloud-based platform, it delivers a centralized dashboard for real-time status, historical data, and customizable alert rules, helping you scale monitoring across one site or an entire organization with ease.
- Real-time alerts via SMS and Email: When water is detected or when a lack of water is observed, you’ll receive instant notifications to your preferred devices, enabling rapid response and minimizing potential damage or downtime.
- Flexible placement for all risk areas: Designed for versatility, this sensor can be deployed near sump pumps, water heaters, cooling towers, HVAC trays, roof drains, restrooms, or any area where leaks could create costly issues. Its wireless design removes the constraints of wiring and enables quick installation.
- Water presence and absence detection: The ALTA sensor isn’t limited to detecting only floods; it can also monitor for unexpected absence of water in lines or tanks, offering insights for maintenance planning and system reliability.
- Cloud-based monitoring with scalable alerts: Seamlessly integrates with Monnit’s ALTA cloud platform, giving you a centralized, searchable history, multi-user access, and configurable alert rules that can be tailored to different sites, zones, or personnel roles.
- Industrial-grade reliability and ease of use: Built to withstand demanding environments, the ALTA Water Detect Sensor delivers dependable performance in commercial settings while remaining simple to deploy, manage, and maintain—no specialist tools required.
Technical Details of Monnit ALTA Industrial Wireless Water Detect Sensor
- Wireless technology: Operates on Monnit’s ALTA industrial wireless framework, enabling reliable, long-range communication between sensors and gateways in diverse environments.
- Alerts and notifications: Alerts are sent via SMS text messages and/or email, with configurable recipients and escalation options to ensure critical alerts reach the right people promptly.
- Detection capabilities: Senses the presence of water and can also indicate the absence of water in monitored zones, supporting proactive maintenance and preemptive actions.
- Power and maintenance: Battery-powered design for easy deployment and minimal wiring; field-replaceable power sources simplify ongoing maintenance and reduce downtime.
- Integration and access: Works with Monnit gateways and the cloud portal for centralized monitoring, historical analysis, and multi-site administration across an organization.
How to install Monnit ALTA Industrial Wireless Water Detect Sensor
- Identify high-risk locations where water intrusion could cause damage—near basements, equipment rooms, bathrooms, kitchens, or mechanical closets—and choose mounting points that maximize detection coverage while allowing airflow and drainage.
- Mount the ALTA Water Detect Sensor using the included hardware. Ensure the sensor is positioned so its sensing element is exposed to any potential water source (and protected from direct splashing or debris that could trigger false alarms).
- Pair the sensor with your Monnit gateway or ALTA hub following the manufacturer’s pairing workflow. Confirm a strong wireless link by checking the connection status in the Monnit portal.
- Configure alert preferences in the cloud portal: specify SMS and/or email recipients, set escalation rules if needed, and tailor thresholds or triggers to your site’s risk profile. Run a test to verify that alerts are delivered as expected.
- Perform a functional test by introducing a controlled amount of water near the sensing element and then confirming that alerts arrive promptly. Document the test results and adjust settings if necessary to balance sensitivity with the rate of false alarms.
Frequently asked questions
- What does the Monnit ALTA Industrial Wireless Water Detect Sensor do? It detects the presence or absence of water in a designated area and sends real-time notifications via SMS and/or email, enabling rapid response to leaks, floods, or water supply issues.
- How are alerts delivered? Alerts are delivered through SMS text messages and/or email to selected recipients, with configurable settings to tailor who gets notified and when.
- Can it monitor for lack of water? Yes. In addition to detecting water, the sensor can be configured to signal when water is unexpectedly absent in a monitored line or tank, supporting maintenance and supply monitoring.
- What environments is the sensor suitable for? The ALTA Water Detect Sensor is designed for industrial and commercial settings, including basements, mechanical rooms, data centers, warehouses, and areas where water intrusion could cause significant damage. Ensure proper mounting and protection from direct exposure if used outdoors.
- How do I install and maintain the sensor? Installation involves selecting a suitable location, mounting the unit, pairing with a gateway, and configuring cloud-based alerts. Regular checks include verifying battery status, testing alarms, and ensuring sensor placement remains optimal after any facility changes.
- Can I monitor multiple sites with one account? Yes. The ALTA platform supports multi-site monitoring, allowing centralized visibility, consolidated alert management, and scalable reporting for an enterprise.
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