In the world of home automation and home automation, WiFi smart switches have become an essential tool for those seeking convenience and efficiency in managing their electrical devices. Today, we will explore in detail the Tongou WiFi Smart Switch, especially for electrical panels, a device that not only allows you to control the electricity in your home, but also offers real-time monitoring of electricity consumption.
What is a WiFi Smart Switch?
A WiFi smart switch is a device that is installed in the electrical panel of your home and allows you to control the flow of electricity through a WiFi connection. This means that you can turn on or off electrical circuits from your cell phone, as well as monitor energy consumption in the case of this model.
Advantages of Smart Switches
Remote Control
One of the main advantages of these devices is the ability to remotely control electrical circuits. Imagine being able to turn on the lights in your home from your office or turn off forgotten appliances from anywhere in the world.
Electrical Consumption Monitoring
Integrated power consumption monitoring allows you to know in real time how much energy your devices are using. This not only helps you understand your consumption, but can also be crucial to identify overconsumption and save on your electricity bill.
Home Automation
These switches integrate with applications such as Tuya Smart and Smart Life, allowing you to program automatic actions, such as turning on the lights at dusk or turning off all appliances when you leave the house.
Tongou WiFi Smart Switch Technical Features
Compact size and design
The Tongou model stands out for its compact size, occupying only one module of space in your electrical panel, which is ideal for not cluttering the available space.
Electrical Capabilities
This switch supports up to 25 amps and can handle voltages between 90 and 230 volts. This means that it can control up to 5750 watts of power. However, if you need more power to control, in the catalog of this manufacturer you can find smart switches like this one up to 63 amps.
Compatibility and Connectivity
This model works with 2.4 GHz WiFi networks and is compatible with smart assistants such as Google Assistant and Amazon Alexa. There is also a Zigbee version available for those who prefer this communication protocol, which I recommend over WiFi. Anyway, near the end of the article I’ll leave you direct links to the available models so you can take a look at them and go deeper into the information.
How does the Smart Switch work in your electrical panel?
Installation and Configuration
Installation is very simple and does not require significant modifications to your electrical panel, as long as it is well manufactured and complies with the relevant electrical regulations. It is mounted directly on the DIN rail and connected to the house mains. Please note that this equipment does not have integrated electrical protection, so it should always be placed after a circuit breaker and a differential switch.
User Interface
The interface of the Tuya Smart and Smart Life applications is very intuitive, allowing quick and easy linking. From these applications, you can control and monitor your devices from anywhere.
Alerts and Notifications
The switch can send real-time alerts about electrical problems such as power surges or overconsumption. These notifications are configured from the automation area of the application.
Practical Home Use of the Smart Switch for Electrical Panels
Examples of Everyday Applications
You can use the smart switch to control lights, appliances, and other electrical devices in your home. For example, you can program the living room lights to turn on automatically at dusk.
Optimization of Energy Consumption
Real-time monitoring allows you to analyze your consumption patterns and make informed decisions to optimize energy use in your home, contributing to sustainability and economic savings.
Safety and Security
In addition to convenience, these devices offer an extra layer of safety by sending alerts about potential electrical problems, allowing you to act quickly to prevent damage.
Price and Where to Buy
The Tongou WiFi Smart Switch is available on Aliexpress for approximately 15 euros. However, it is possible to find offers, such as on Aliexpress Choice, where it can be purchased for less than 7 euros. Below, I leave the direct links for more information.
Full Review of Tongou Smart Switch for Electrical Panels
If you want to see this device in action, know all the necessary information and above all learn how the assembly and configuration is done step by step, I leave you a link to the review that I have left on my Youtube Channel for you to take a look below.
Review Youtube Smart Switch for Electrical Switchboards
Conclusion
The Tongou WiFi Smart Switch for Electrical Panels is a very interesting device for those interested in home automation and efficient management of electricity consumption. Its easy installation, remote control, and monitoring capabilities make it an excellent choice to modernize your home and make it more sustainable.
Frequently Asked Questions
1. Is it difficult to install a WiFi smart switch?
No, the installation is quite simple and does not require significant changes to the electrical panel, as long as it complies with the relevant regulations.
2. Do I need a special WiFi network to use the switch?
No, the switch works with standard 2.4 GHz WiFi networks, so you can use it with your router without any problems.
3. Can I use the switch with intelligent assistants?
Yes, it is compatible with Google Assistant and Amazon Alexa, allowing voice control.
4. How can I monitor electricity consumption?
Through the Tuya Smart, Smart Life or even Home Assistant applications, which provide real-time data on the consumption of your devices.
5. Where can I buy the Tongou WiFi smart switch?
You can find it on Aliexpress through the links I have left previously.
