Installing a leakage protection system will prevent flooding of your home due to breakdown of plumbing equipment. The sensor is not a guarantee of the serviceability of taps and mixers, but it can protect you from the destructive consequences that a water leak invariably causes.

How to install a water leakage protection system

Leakage protection operates automatically. It shuts off the water supply if water appears on the floor in the room. At the same time, the owner of the apartment receives an immediate signal about the incident. The price of installing a water leakage protection system depends on the design features, of which there are many on the market today. Among the most popular are models released by the Aquawatch and Neptune brands. If necessary, our specialists will help you choose a leakage protection system based on the existing conditions.

San-Remo specialists will install leakage protection systems in several stages:

• Sensor installation;
• Fixation of the controlled valve;
• Controller connections;
• Testing the work.

Flood protection operates in the form of a “sensor-controller-valve” chain. Signals are exchanged either by wire or remotely. This is ensured by the receipt of a signal to the controller. The cost of installing leakage protection depends on the area of ​​the room in which the work is to be carried out, the need for threading on the inputs, as well as the installation of additional plumbing equipment.

Modern devices are reliable and durable to use. The water leakage protection system is easy to use and operates normally, and therefore provides reliable protection your water supply network in seconds.

Advantages of connecting a leakage protection system in our company

A leak control system will guarantee your peace of mind and minimize the risk of flooding. San Remo company specialists will carry out installation work quickly, efficiently and at an affordable cost.

• Our company has been in the plumbing services market for more than 15 years; work is carried out by qualified craftsmen with extensive experience.
• Free visit of a specialist for inspection and drawing up an estimate in any district of Moscow and some cities in the immediate Moscow region
• We sign an official contract for the provision of services
• You receive a written guarantee for the work performed to install the leakage protection system

Installing a leakage protection system guarantees the reliable operation of your plumbing in an apartment or private house, preventing the occurrence of emergency situations in any conditions, regardless of whether you are at home or not. Smart system will save your nerves, and most importantly, funds that can be spent on repairs not only own apartment, but also neighbors. As a result, you will receive high-quality protection that ensures the safe operation of your plumbing equipment.

The approximate cost of installing a water leakage protection system is from 3,800 rubles.

Our clients can also receive discounts:

• 5% when ordering services up to RUB 15,000.
• 8% for orders worth from 15,000 to 20,000 rubles.
• 10% when ordering work for an amount exceeding RUB 20,000.
• 10% for pensioners, disabled people, WWII or Labor Veterans.
• 5% when submitting an application through the online form.

15.08.2016

Aquaguard, Neptune or Gidrolock? Comparison of leakage protection systems.

UPD: We have been keeping the information in this article up to date for 2 years!
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Leakage protection systems have been actively used by large construction and installation organizations for more than 10 years. Retail buyers are not asleep either. Every year the demand for leakage protection systems is only increasing. Many of us have experienced leaks, floods and floods at least once.

"According to the Moscow City Property Department, 89% of emergencies occur in the water supply and heating systems of buildings."

Property insurance will not protect you from a flood, and when there is a flood, everything suffers: ceilings, walls, floors, furniture, electrical systems, etc. Appliances and, of course, your nerves.

Comparison of leakage protection systems. Characteristics.

There are 3 leakage protection systems on the market: , Neptun and Aquastorozh. All systems are manufactured in Russia. Many people ask: “What to choose?” or "Which is better?" The manufacturer’s marketing campaign often plays a big role in the choice, rather than reliability, capabilities and technical characteristics. Most of the articles are either custom-made or outdated.

We took a different path and conducted a detailed analysis of the systems, collected feedback from sellers and buyers, and also carefully examined what the pros and cons are in the leakage protection systems of all three manufacturers. We won't rate appearance, but let's pay attention technical specifications, features, functionality, reliability, reviews and cost. We, like you, were faced with the task of choosing a reliable system to use in your projects.

So let's get started. To begin with, we present a comparison table of the main technical characteristics, capabilities and functions.

The table shows the kits:

• "Neptun Bugatti Base 1/2"
• "Gidrolock Apartment 1 Ultimate Bugatti"
• "Gidrolock Apartment 1 Winner Bugatti" - temporarily removed from comparison. Released a new version drive. We update the information.
• "Aquaguard TH31"

The last set (Winner) was included in comparison only after a detailed study of the systems.
It is completely autonomous; for some reason Aquawatch and Neptun do not have similar solutions.

Clear advantages are highlighted in green. Yellow - controversial and unconfirmed decisions of the manufacturer. Red - shortcomings.

Comparison of leakage protection systems from 08/15/2016	Aqua guard
Set	TH31	Bugatti Base 1/2	Apartment 1 Ultimate Bugatti
Control block
Electric ball valves	2 pcs. 1/2 inch	2 pcs. 1/2 inch	2 pcs. 1/2 inch
Water leakage sensors	4 things.	3 pcs.	3 pcs.
Term battery life systems during a power outage	2 years		6 months
Possibility of installation indoors in the complete absence of a 220V network			A standard UPS will last for 6 months. When using batteries of higher capacity, the battery life can be increased several times.
Motor type	Collector (brush)	Collector (brush) The commutator motor is the most common. However, the presence of a brush-collector unit has its disadvantages - high level noise and low reliability, due to the fact that the “brushes” wear off over time.	Stepper (brushless) Stepper motors with a magnetic rotor allow you to obtain greater torque compared to commutator motors and provide fixation of the rotor when the windings are de-energized. They have high reliability.
Maximum motor torque	~1 N*m	9 N*m	10 N*m
Material of the electric drive gearbox and electric motor mechanisms	Metal plastic	Metal	Metal
Ball valve type	Partial bore, 14 mm. The diameter of the hole in the full bore ball valve DU15 is 15 mm, and in the electric crane "Akvastorozh" - 14 mm. Therefore, it is not full bore. The difference is small, but even 1 mm. can seriously affect deposits.	Full bore, 15 mm.	Full bore, 15 mm. Full bore valves have an advantage in the coefficient of hydraulic resistance - there is no loss of pressure, and the load on the shut-off valve is less than that of part-bore or semi-bore valves.
Ball valve material, manufacturer	Brass	Hot-forged brass (Bugatti) For the production of Bugatti brass ball valves, hot-forged brass CW617N is used. Cranes with a forged body are distinguished not only by their strength and resistance to temperature and pressure, but also by their resistance to mechanical stresses that arise when the product is tightened. Brass taps are not subject to corrosion.	Hot forged brass (Bugatti), 304 stainless steel (HGSS) For the production of Bugatti brass ball valves, hot-forged brass CW617N is used. Cranes with a forged body are distinguished not only by their strength and resistance to temperature and pressure, but also by their resistance to mechanical stresses that arise when the product is tightened. Brass taps are not subject to corrosion. Ball valves from 304 of stainless steel have high anti-corrosion resistance, strength, resistance to impact high temperatures and chemically aggressive environments. Stainless steel ball valves are used in facilities where pipeline systems are subject to increased corrosion resistance requirements.
Maximum fluid pressure	16 Bar Teflosil taps cannot withstand high pressure due to their tightness. Important! The Aquawatch electric crane is designed for water movement in one direction. If the direction of water movement changes, the resource will decrease significantly.	40 bar The Neptun system uses reliable Bugatti ball valves Italian made. They withstand high fluid pressure (40 bar) and have a wide temperature range operation. Manufacturing material - hot-forged brass.	40 Bar - Bugatti, 64 Bar - HGSS The Gidrolock system can be equipped with reliable Bugatti ball valves (Italy) made of hot-forged brass or HGSS ball valves (China) made of 304 stainless steel. Maximum fluid pressure: 40 bar for Bugatti ball valves and 64 bar for HGSS ball valves. Both models have a wide operating temperature range.
Maximum fluid temperature	Up to 90 °C Unconfirmed data. Information about the quality of the cranes used by the Supersystem company (Aquastorozh) is not enough for an objective assessment.	Up to 120 °C For the production of Bugatti brass ball valves, forged brass CW617N is used. Cranes with forged bodies are resistant to temperature.	Up to 120 °C Ball valves with Gidrolock electric actuators are equipped with Bugatti or HGSS ball valves (optional). Bugatti ball valves are made from hot-forged brass CW617N. HGSS ball valves are manufactured from 304 stainless steel. Bugatti and HGSS ball valves are temperature resistant.
Possibility of disconnecting the electric drive from the ball valve			2 screw connections
Protection against acidification of ball valves			This solution was patented and first used by the manufacturer of Gidrolock systems, which indicates their competent engineering approach to equipment development. This function plays great importance regarding the safety and protection of premises from water leakage.
Motorized ball valve closing speed	3 sec. The Aquawatch electric crane has a low torque. Because of this, the manufacturer is forced to use cranes manufactured according to the so-called. "Teflosil technology", with a springy silicone gasket. Due to this technology, the force required to rotate the ball in the tap is reduced. Given technical solution used only by the company "Akvastorozh" (LLC "Supersystem") and is not used worldwide well-known manufacturers ball valves.	21 sec. The closing time depends on the tightness of the ball valve. The tightness of Bugatti ball valves is ensured by sealing rings made of PTFE-4/PTFE and nitrile rubber/NBR, which is practically wear-resistant. To rotate the “ball” in the tap, a lot of force is required, which directly depends on the type and power of the electric motor.	15 sec. The closing time depends on the tightness of the ball valve. The tightness of Bugatti and HGSS ball valves is ensured by sealing rings made of PTFE-4/PTFE and nitrile rubber/NBR, which is practically wear-resistant. To rotate the “ball” in the tap, a lot of force is required, which directly depends on the type and power of the electric motor.
Manual opening/closing of ball valve
Ball valve position detection method	Emphasis on the microphone	Electromechanical (limit switches)	Optic
Minimum service life of a ball valve with an electric drive (opening/closing cycles)	Less than 10,000 opening/closing cycles	100 000	250,000. Over 700,000 opening/closing cycles during testing! Thanks to the use of reliable stepper electric drives, the ultra-high service life of the ball valve with the Gidrolock electric drive is ensured. Gidrolock Ultimate has been tested to exceed 700,000 opening/closing cycles.
Control unit power supply	4.5V	220V	220V
Electric drive power supply	4.5V	220V
Backup uninterruptible power supply (UPS)	Ionistors 3 batteries type "C" Batteries and ionistors (supercapacitors) are used to power the electric crane. The ionistors are enough for approximately one opening-closing cycle. While the ionistors are being recharged, only the batteries work. We do not recommend using similar system with two or more electric taps, since without charged ionistors the voltage drops significantly, as does the already low torque of the electric motor.		Battery 12V, 1.3 Ah A sealed lead battery is responsible for the autonomy of the system. Main applications: starter batteries in vehicles, emergency sources of electricity, backup energy sources.
UPS charge control function			The system implements a three-level charge control method battery(at idle, under load and under load after a specified time). Only the method of measuring the battery charge under load gives the correct result.
Power saving function
Control unit protection degree	Not waterproof. Possible damage if the power supply is connected electric shock when emergency situation.	IP54	IP54 IP54: "5" - some dust may penetrate inside, but this does not interfere with the operation of the device. Complete contact protection; "4" - protection against splashes falling in any direction.
Operating temperature range of the control unit	From 0 to 50 °C	From 5 to 40 °C	From 0 to 60 °C
Electric drive protection degree	IP65	IP65 IP65: "6" - dust cannot enter the device, complete protection against contact; "5" - protection from sea ​​waves or strong water jets, water entering the housing does not interfere with the operation of the device.	IP65 IP65: "6" - dust cannot enter the device, complete protection against contact; "5" - protection from sea waves or strong water jets; water entering the housing does not interfere with the operation of the device.
Number of connectable ball valves with electric drive
Number of sensor status monitoring zones
Number of connected wired sensors
Function to protect the sensor electrodes from destruction when a “galvanic couple” occurs			This solution was first used by the manufacturer of Gidrolock systems. Protecting the sensor electrodes ensures that there is no oxidation in the circuit of the connected water leakage sensor.
Sensor circuit break monitoring
Temperature range of operation of wired sensors	-30 to 60 °C	From 5 to 40 °C	-30 to 60 °C
Ability to operate the system with wired and wireless sensors	Eat. To connect wireless sensors you will need a Radio Base.	Wired sensors only	Eat. To connect wireless sensors, you will need a Gidrolock radio receiver (antenna).
Zone indication of sensor status
Number of connected wireless sensors
Wireless sensor battery life	5 years. To connect the sensor to the system, you will need a Radio Base. Battery - 2 AAA batteries.	1.5 years. To connect wireless sensors you will need another module - Nepun ProW. The module discussed in the table is designed to work only with wired sensors. Battery - CR123A battery.	24 years! To connect wireless sensors, just connect the Gidrolock radio receiver (antenna). The battery is a CR2450N battery from Renata. The battery life of the sensor has been confirmed by the Swiss battery manufacturer Renata AG SA (Swath Group).
Radio signal transmission range of wireless sensors	1000 meters (questionable, objectively). To connect wireless sensors you will need a Radio Base. The cost of the “Radio base 2 sensors” kit is 6990 rubles. The 2.4 GHz frequency range is used for data transmission. This range is heavily overloaded. Situations arise when dozens of access points can claim one channel. Due to the presence of numerous sources of interference, data transmission occurs with interruptions, often affecting the entire 2.4 GHz band. Advantages: fast transmission of large amounts of data, transmission range. Disadvantages: high energy consumption, instability, attenuation of waves when passing and rounding obstacles.	50 meters. Wireless sensors cannot be connected to this kit, since this will require another module - Neptun ProW and 12V drives, instead of 220V. Cost: module - 6950 rub., wireless sensor - 2500 rub., drive - 4790 rub./piece. The frequency range of 433 MHz is used for data transmission. The 433 MHz band in large population centers is congested with numerous devices burglar alarm And various devices with remote control. However, all devices operating at 433 MHz are broadcast for a short period of time, so their influence can be neutralized the correct algorithm sending packages. The range was approved for use in Russia in 1999. Advantages of the solution: radio signal transmission range, ability to avoid obstacles, low power consumption.	500 meters. To connect wireless sensors, just connect the Gidrolock radio receiver (antenna). Cost: radio receiver - 1800 rubles, wireless sensor - 1800 rubles. For data transmission, a fresh, interference-free frequency range of 868 MHz, allocated by SCRF in 2007, is used. Advantages of the solution: radio signal transmission range, ability to avoid obstacles, low power consumption, noise immunity of the range. This frequency is subject to usage standards determined by the state.
Temperature range of operation of wireless sensors	From 0 to 60 °C	From 5 to 40 °C	-20 to 60 °C
Possibility of connecting a radio remote control for remote control
Possibility of connecting relays for external alarms and pumps	Not included in this kit. Only in PRO version.
Availability of grounding
Sound alarm
Light signaling
SMS notification about leakage
Guarantee	4 years	6 years	4 years
Cost of the set	19990 rub.	14522 rub.	13500 rub.

Review of control units for leakage protection systems.

Let's start our review with control units for leakage protection systems. We will only touch on the main ones, important points. More detailed information and characteristics are shown in the table.

Protection against souring. An important feature that all manufacturers have. The ball valve tends to sour over time, so once a week (two weeks, a month) the control unit sends a command to briefly open and close the ball electric drive.

Autonomy. Only the Aquaguard and Gidrolock control units have an uninterruptible power supply. The Aquaguard uses 9 GP alkaline batteries. The Gidrolock Premium control unit uses a Casil 12V 1.3 Ah battery.

UPS charge control. The system will warn the user in advance about the voltage drop. To be honest, I was surprised by Gidrolock. The system implements a three-level battery charge control method: at idle, under load and under load after time has elapsed (there is also forced control). In other words, the system conducts a detailed check of the battery. If the voltage drops, the system automatically recharges the battery.

Emergency opening of water supply. There is a special key for this on the front panel of the Aquawatch and Gidrolock unit. Neptune doesn't have it. The manufacturer of the Gidrolock system offers a glass touch radio remote control. Great item, very simple. The Aqua Watchman has a “Radio Button Sensor” that can act as a remote control.

Connection external devices (for example, pumps or alarms). Provided in all Gidrolock control units. In Aquawatch this opportunity Available only in PRO version.

SMS notification. The Aqua Watchman only provides the ability to connect to a GSM alarm system. Gidrolock offers a turnkey solution based on the Cinterion (Siemens) GSM modem. You can also connect a remote control with 10/20 LEDs to the Gidrolock system. You can connect both sensors and control units to it. "Must have" in large projects.

Grounding. The Gidrolock and Neptun systems have them. The aqua watchdog runs on batteries, so it does not require grounding.

Built-in fuse. Available only in the Gidrolock system. There is no fuse in Neptune and Aquawatch. There is information on the forums about burnt Neptune boards due to the lack of a fuse. Some people encounter this problem even after repairing the controller.

Review of ball valves with electric drives.

Gidrolock and Neptun are moving according to a proven scenario. The use of reliable ball valves, proven over the years, and powerful electric drives has a positive effect on reliability and safety. The undoubted advantage of the Neptun Bugatti Base 220V electric ball drive is manual control of the position of the ball valve, but there is also a drawback - the 220V power supply does not meet electrical safety requirements.

The structure of the Akvastorozh electric crane is very different from the Neptun and Gidrolock electric ball actuators. The manufacturer declares the use German technology Teflosil with two Teflon and one springy silicone gasket. This ensures minimal friction and a 3-second overlap time. Most likely, this is just a marketing ploy, since competitors (Gidrolock and Neptun) entered into an agreement with the real manufacturer of ball valves, Bugatti Valvosanitaria. But the electric motor of the Aqua Watchman will not turn the Bugatti ball valve due to the low torque. That's why the Aqua Watchman had to play tricks with the taps.

The Gidrolock electric ball drive impressed with the “rigor” of its design. 1.5 times power reserve, high torque and 2 types of ball valves to choose from: hot-forged brass Bugatti (Italy) and stainless steel 304 HGSS (China). We compared Bugatti and HGSS ball valves. Guess who we gave all the laurels to? To our eastern brothers... The ball valve turned out to be of much better quality than the Italian one. And harsher. Each HGSS ball valve is branded with Gidrolock. It's a small thing, but nice. In addition, the Gidrolock electric drive rotates the ball valve in one direction (clockwise). Thanks to this solution, according to the manufacturer, the load on the electric drive gearbox is reduced, which has a positive effect on the minimum service life of the electric drive. It sounds funny, but the electric window lifter in a Mercedes works on the same principle.

Among all electric ball drives and electric cranes, there is a “black sheep” - Gidrolock Winner.
Electric ball drive Winner - completely autonomous system protection against leaks.
All the “brains” of the control unit are located inside the housing.

The system runs on 4 AAA batteries. According to the manufacturer - for 10 years. In the Winner electric ball drive, as in Neptune, manual control of the position of the ball valve is implemented. There is a special pin under the body. By pulling it out, you can control the position by turning the electric drive housing. Another plus is the ability to detach the body from the ball valve. This makes it very easy to install the ball valve on the pipe. You can view the finished kit based on Gidrolock Winner

Aquaguard Expert-15.	Neptune Bugatti Base 220V	Gidrolock Ultimate Bugatti/HGSS	Gidrolock Winner Bugatti

Review of water leakage sensors.

Sensors are a separate issue. Many people don't pay attention to them special attention, but they are responsible for leak detection! Basic wired sensors are practically no different. They all work on the same principle. The Aquawatch Expert and Gidrolock WSP+ sensors are equipped with a breakage monitoring function. In the event of a circuit break, the main unit will notify you of a malfunction. A very useful feature. We recommend using sensors with breakage monitoring. The main difference lies in the wireless sensors. Let's stop at them. We will compare the wireless sensors Akvastorozh and Gidrolock, since you cannot connect wireless sensors to the Neptun Base kit.

Manufacturer	Aqua guard	Hydrolock
Radio transmission frequency	2.4 GHz	868 MHz
Radio transmission range	1000 meters	500 meters
Operating temperature	from 0 to +60℃	from -20 to +60℃
Battery	2 pinky batteries (AAA)	1 CR2450 coin cell battery
Working hours	5 years	24 years

As you can see, the main difference is the frequency of radio signal transmission. But it gets even more interesting if you dig a little deeper. The table below compares frequency ranges by “penetrating force”. The right column indicates the maximum wall thickness through which a radio signal can pass.
The transmitter power is the same for all radio systems - 10 mW.

Wall material	frequency range	Maximum thickness, m.
Brick	868 MHz	2,18
	2.4 GHz	0,78
Concrete	868 MHz	0,24
	2.4 GHz	0,09

The 868 MHz frequency is simple, as is the 434 MHz frequency that Neptun uses - longer range than the 2.4 GHz band.

Radio waves in the 434/868 range are less attenuated when propagating in various environments and are better able to bend around physical obstacles. In addition, the 868 MHz range is more noise-resistant. It strictly limits the emitted power of radio transmitters and the transmission time of the radio signal. These rules ensure the purity of the range. But a lot of devices (including routers) operate at the 2.4 GHz frequency, so there is a chance of false positives due to the contamination of the range. Everything would be fine, but we have doubts about the signal transmission range of the Aquawatch sensor. To transmit a radio signal over a long range, more power will be required, which will greatly affect the operating time.

Wired sensor Aquawatch	Wired Neptun sensor	Wired Gidrolock sensor
	For Neptun Bugatti Base set can't connect wireless water leakage sensors.
Wireless sensor Aquawatch		Wireless Gidrolock sensor (5 colors)

Overview of radio modules for wireless sensors

There is one serious difference between Aquawatch and Gidrolock. The Gidrolock control unit already has all the necessary “stuffing” for using wireless sensors. That is, to connect wireless sensors you only need an external radio unit, which acts as an antenna. In Aquawatch everything is different To connect wireless sensors, you will need a radio base. The difference lies in the following. In rooms with unstable radio communications, there is a need to place an antenna (radio base or radio unit) in a place with best welcome radio signal. The antenna can be located, for example, under the ceiling. In the case of hydrolock, there are no problems. The remote radio unit is small and easy to install (using the same screws). You can’t place an aqua watchman’s radio base under the ceiling. Of course you can place it, but eye contact with it will be lost. The meaning of the light indication is lost. In terms of dimensions, the Akvastorozh radio base is much larger than the Gidrolock radio unit. In addition, you can connect a radio remote control to the Gidrolock radio unit and control the water supply from anywhere (the remote control is wireless). The manufacturer Gidrolock also produces radio signal repeaters. Therefore, radio communication can be implemented in almost any conditions. Conclusion. The Akvastorozh radio base is suitable for an apartment, but with more country house Problems may arise, as with any large industrial facility.

Review of leakage protection systems Aquastorozh, Neprun and Gidrolock.

The Runet is quite saturated with reviews about leakage protection systems. But basically half of the reviews are either custom-made or outdated. We can definitely say that Russian production jumped forward. Foreign manufacturers They offer similar products of dubious quality for huge sums of money. Moreover, they cannot boast of the same functionality and reliability. We have highlighted the strong and weak sides each system, so we can confidently declare them. The well-deserved first place is occupied by the Gidrolock leakage protection system. Our research did not reveal any shortcomings in this system. If any of the experts can provide motivated information about the shortcomings of the system, we will pay attention to their data. In our opinion, we have presented, if not the maximum, then a sufficient amount of information. We hope this article will help you choose a system that suits your needs.

According to statistics, more than 9,000 major accidents of water supply and heating systems, accompanied by flooding of premises, are recorded every day in Moscow. In addition to repairing your own apartment, you have to pay the costs of your neighbors.
A water leak is a painful and very expensive incident: the minimum damage from one accident can be estimated at 20 - 25 thousand rubles.
Automatic water leakage monitoring system Neptune For 10 YEARS we have been protecting your property and the property of your neighbors from damage due to flooding.

The system guarantees the safety of using domestic water supply and heating systems, especially in the absence of people in the room.
Safety, effective protection from possible damage, convenience, breadth of application, versatility - this is what distinguishes the water leak protection kit.
Neptune reacts almost instantly to a leak: the water supply stops within 1-2 seconds after the leak.
At the same time, the system turns on the alarm and notifies you about water leakage using voice or SMS messages. After the emergency is eliminated, water supply is restored by simply pressing a button.
Neptune can be used anywhere there is a possibility of leakage. Its use will protect the premises of apartments, multi-storey buildings, saunas, swimming pools, and the holds of small displacement ships.
Installation of the system is available to any qualified specialist and takes an average of 30 - 40 minutes.
Neptune is easily integrated into the Smart Home complex (for example, into the McS - "Master"s Control System") system, connects with security and fire protection systems, dispatch systems, etc.

WITH Neptune water leakage protection system - protecting your home!

Neptune Sets - it's reliable modern system, guaranteeing complete protection of your home or apartment from flooding. The system instantly shuts off the water supply and sounds an audible signal as soon as it detects the first signs of water leakage. After eliminating the causes of the accident, simply press a button on the controller to restore the water supply and the water supply will be restored.

The Neptune set includes actuators, water leakage control sensors with special contact plates and a controller (electronic control unit).

Thanks to a wide range of products, we have created ready-made solutions in one package. There are 8 Neptune water leakage control systems and 1 "Aquacontrol" water leakage control system on a radio channel, a "Neptun XP" system on a radio channel, "Neptun XP-PB" on a radio channel with backup power.

Aquastop is a special valve, the structure of which allows you to block the water supply if the difference between the supply and outlet pressure increases sharply. That is, when an emergency leak occurs, the system reacts instantly, compressing the spring of the device and preventing water from passing further through the pipe. During a sudden rupture of the hose, Aquastop reacts in a second.

Aquastop protection was first used in washing machines Bosch. No blocking in model ranges This manufacturer is very rare. It is not present only in the most low-budget equipment.

The valve can be installed directly at the beginning of the hose connected to the central water supply pipes. However, it is more advisable to use it specifically on the equipment where breakdowns may occur:

• There is a drain on the tanks.
• On mixers.
• In dishwashers and washing machines.

“List of enemies”, or what will Aquastop protect against?

During normal operation, the pressure in the hoses is the same everywhere. If a pipe breaks or a fitting opens, it increases dramatically. In this case, the water entering the valve pushes its conical part towards the core and when they meet, the pipeline automatically closes.

This protection system helps in cases where:

• There are faults in the plumbing;
• There are defects in the technical devices used;
• The pipes have been “eaten” by corrosion and cannot withstand the current mechanical load;
• The integrity or tightness of fittings and flexible hoses is broken.

The device also protects the line from uncontrolled fluid flows and is indispensable in emergency situations different types difficulties.

About the pros and cons

In many respects, Aquastop - protection against water leaks is superior to all existing analogues. In particular, it is distinguished by the following advantages:

• “AquaStop” works automatically without receiving signals from additional indicators or sensors.
• The fuse reacts with lightning speed, which allows you to eliminate an emergency situation with minimal negative consequences.
• The valve is quickly installed and reset if necessary, that is, it is suitable for reusable use.
• The presence of protection makes it possible not to close and open the water supply tap to an apartment or house every time it is needed. In practice, this tap is rarely closed at all, so protection provides a guarantee that during force majeure, your home will not be flooded, and your neighbors will not have to make repairs again.
• The safety core operates autonomously and does not require additional energy sources, such as batteries or an electrical network.

• In the worst case, when the pressure drops smoothly, the valve does not have time to compress, and about a bucket of liquid can still get inside electrical device or on the floor.
• Sometimes Aquastop blocks the water flow when the filter mesh is suddenly removed from the tap, because the pressure at this moment becomes slightly higher. You will have to reset the device and screw it on again.

Technical features

The fuse operates at water temperatures up to 95 o C and pressure from 2.8 Bar (maximum 10 Bar).

The flow rate for the protection to operate should be about 10 - 13 l/min.

The body of the device is made of nickel-plated brass, and a stainless steel spring is placed inside it. The seal for the system is made of non-toxic rubber and meets GOST requirements.

Device installation features

Required tools:

• Wire cutters and screwdriver;
• Adjustable wrench;
• Sealing tape.

Procedure:

On preparatory stage turn off water and electrical appliances: washing and dishwasher, storage boiler, etc. After this, disconnect the flexible inlet hoses from the water supply system.

1. Attach the fuse to the inlet valve. Wherein threaded connection you need to wrap it with a sealant (special tape, flax, sealant or tangit thread), and put an “American” on it - a union nut for joining two thread sections without rotation.
2. Hand tighten the nut. Finally, use an adjustable wrench to tighten it a quarter turn - it can only be tightened more if there is a leak. The connection must be secure, but not too tight, otherwise the thread will be damaged.
3. Make sure correct location devices regarding hydraulic flow. For convenience, an arrow is drawn on the device indicating the desired direction.
4. Attach the second end of the protective element to the pipe, after which you can install filters, meters and other equipment.
5. Slowly turn the faucet to turn on the water until it is fully open.

At the end of the work, make sure that all the nuts are screwed down and no moisture is leaking from under them.

If you need to reset the valve after activation, turn off the water and eliminate the cause of the leak, if it occurs. Then unscrew the Aquastop until it clicks. Remove the protective element, allowing the remaining liquid to pour out of the pipe, and then reattach it in the manner described above.

The best fight is the fight that never happened, and the best repair for the neighbors below is the one that didn’t have to be done. Install Aquastop leak protection, and you will be insured against this and many other technical troubles for many years!

Watch the video about the intricacies of installing a water leakage protection valve.

Anyone who has had to deal with an emergency water leak knows how many problems an open tap or leaks in the water supply and heating system can cause. Water leakage causes major financial problems, conflicts with neighbors and the need to make repairs. In addition, the wiring may fail, shorting out all electrical appliances, causing electric shock and serious injury. But engineering inventions of flood protection devices perform the functions of protection against leaks and allow you to avoid such unpleasant situations. Leak protection complexes have been developed, which, having similar functions, are in different demand. Let us consider in detail each of the most popular systems today.

The principle of operation of the leakage protection system

The defense mechanism consists of the following main parts:

• Control block;
• water flow sensors;
• taps that automatically shut off the flow of water in the water supply system and heating system.

The operating principle of the protective equipment is simple. Alarm sensors are located in areas of possible leakage. Most often this is the place under the bathtub and sinks, washing machines and water heating systems. When in contact with water, in the event of a leak, a signal is sent to the central unit, which acts as a controller. In this case, the controller gives a signal about emergency and the quick shut-off valve prevents water from entering the system.

Installation of a leakage protection system

A mechanism based on only three important element: sensors, controller and controlled valve, easy to install, with standard installation procedure.

Before starting installation, you must carefully read the instructions for the mechanism, learn the features of installation and use of the device. The layout of the device and its components should be placed taking into account the characteristics of the home and the location of places with probable leakage. The elements should be positioned taking into account the permissible length of the wires; if the length is insufficient, the wire elements can be increased. Among the two possible options location of the mechanism, underground location is recommended. This will not affect the aesthetic beauty of the room, and will also eliminate false alarms and mechanical damage to parts of the system protection. So the installation of a protective device is recommended during the period of repair work. Wires are hidden in the joints of tiles or other materials.

The technology for installing a system against depressurization and leakage is quite simple.

To install a leakage protection system, it is necessary to carry out a number of such actions:

• install alarm sensors in the required places;
• install a controlled valve;
• connect the controller;
• test the entire security system.

Installation of alarm sensors occurs in two ways possible schemes installations: outdoor and indoor. Installation of sensors according to the second type is preferable.

The floor installation option has its pros and cons. The sensor is installed on the floor, with the electrodes facing down, if there is a breakthrough in the water supply system, when water gets under the sensor, it triggers a protective mechanism and the controller turns off the valve. The disadvantage of the method is that false alarms occur, but the advantage is that the protective system can be installed after installing the plumbing and floor covering. That is, to install protection there is no need to violate the integrity of systems and objects.

Internal installation of the protective system involves installing sensors under the floor layer and extending the electrodes to the outer surface of the floor. To prevent protection from triggering when simple washing floor, the electrodes are installed several millimeters above the floor level.

Installing the valve will not require any effort: just screw the nipple or pipe into the end of the mounting valve. The joints are tightened with a lock nut. Then a line is drawn distribution box, feeding the shut-off unit. The power consumption of the valve is very small: in non-operating mode it consumes about three watts, in operating mode - about twelve watts.

Connecting the controller begins with the system housing being attached to the wall surface near the shut-off motor. It can be transferred to any comfortable spot. After this, the wires are laid, this requires additional time, money and effort, so sensors transmitting radio signals are installed much faster than wired systems. The controller must be installed in a dry place that prevents water from entering the device or constant moisture in the room. During installation of the device, the power is turned off; following safety precautions will eliminate the risk of electric shock.

After this stage, the stage of assembling the device begins. If all installation work was successful, the diagnostic message will appear in the form of a lit indicator. Green color will signal a successful job. The indicator color will change to red in case of leakage. You can test this by dropping water on the sensor. The controller will operate and the valve will be closed. It will be possible to resume the water supply after pressing a special toggle switch on the controller panel.

The use of protective mechanisms is a 100% guarantee against the development of an unusual situation.

The installation instructions provide detailed description process and sequence of actions. Anyone can handle the installation process House master, but it’s still better to entrust this task to a professional.

Types of water leakage protection systems

It is very important to approach the issue of protecting homes from water leaks responsibly. After all, the consequence of a flood can be not only large material costs, but also a threat to human health and life. You can protect yourself from water leaks using protective systems that reliably prevent the release of large quantity water. In this case, you don’t have to worry about damaged flooring and furniture.

Stores offer various systems protection against leaks different manufacturers:

• "Neptune";
• "Hydrolock";
• "stop-flood Rainbow";
• "Aquastop";
• "Aqua watchman."

The structure of the protective complexes is completely identical. They consist of:

• alarm sensors reporting an emergency;
• taps that shut off pipes in case of a flood;
• controllers that issue a command about the lack of water.

Device for monitoring water leaks "Neptune"

For more than five years the organization " Special systems and Technologies” is practiced in the production of protective systems. "Neptune" is the result of the work of this company. Among the main advantages of the protective system are the following:

• technology safety;
• reliability;
• convenience of the device;
• manufacturer's warranty.

Many protective devices operate at a voltage of two hundred and twenty volts. An electric shock of such strength is extremely dangerous to human health and life. In case of an accident due to a leak, a person comes into contact with water and the electric shock becomes even more dangerous. The company took this point into account and the newly produced mechanisms of protective devices against leaks operate with a voltage of twelve volts.

“Neptune” is an extremely reliable protective system, since the flow of water in the pipes stops within twenty seconds. The system is equipped with an autonomous and uninterrupted source nutrition. This allows you to protect your home from water leaks even if there is no electricity in the house. The system operating program includes monthly automatic self-cleaning of the ball valve. This allows you to clean the system from oxidation and limescale.

The system is very convenient, it comes with two sensors, although this is not enough to protect the apartment, you should purchase additional elements. For an average-sized apartment, about thirty sensors are needed. Installation in places of probable leaks will protect the room from flooding.

The manufacturer's warranty is given for the device that was purchased from an official representative for a period of three years.

Variety of Neptune defense systems

Protective systems are designed to identify and stop the consequences of leaks in water supply and heating systems. The indicator color changes from green to red and a sound alert indicates an unusual situation. Neptune systems are represented by the following types of equipment:

• "Neptune" Mini 2N;
• "Neptune" BASE;
• "Neptune" ProW.

1. Device for monitoring water leakage "Neptune" Mini 2N.

The device includes a standard set of a water leakage controller, a ball valve and a sensor that monitors leakage.

The functions that the device performs are as follows:

• control of leaks in the system and water leaks;
• automatic blocking of water flow when the sensor responds;
• sound and light emergency notification;
• the ability to perform tasks when there is no voltage in the network.

"Neptune" Mini 2N is used in private homes, offices, shops, and warehouses.

2. The device for monitoring water leakage "Neptune" BASE has a basic configuration: sensors (2 pieces), ball valve, controller.

The system performs the following functions:

• controls water flow;
• automatically blocks the water supply in case of an emergency;
• produces light and sound warnings;
• carries out automatic rotation of cranes every month.

It is used in private homes and public organizations.

3. The device for monitoring water leakage "Neptune" ProW is presented with a basic package consisting of a controller, a ball valve and a sensor that monitors water leakage.

Among the main functions performed by the protective system are:

• controlling water flow;
• automatic blocking of water supply in case of emergency operation of the sensor;
• the ability to control and prevent leaks when the electricity is turned off;
• targeting allows for indication in four directions;
• notification using sound messages and light alerts about an emergency;
• automatic rotation of taps once a month;
• made for professional installation;
• automatic shut-off of taps when voltage drops in an alternative power source.

Like other types of mechanisms that control emergency water flow, they are used in private homes and in public places.

The additional module has the function of sending SMS - messages about an emergency situation to the owner of the apartment, provided that the leak occurred during his absence.

Comparison of existing protection systems

There are many mechanisms from different manufacturers that serve as protection against depressurization of the water supply or heating system. But the most popular are the mechanisms of the following brand names: “Neptune”, “Aquastorozh”, “Gidrolok”.

A number of mechanisms of the Neptune brand are represented by nine types of protection systems: five wired and four wireless devices.

“Gidrolok” and “Aquastorozh” have a similar control principle. Each of the systems is a reliable device and performs the functions of shutting off the water source and notifying of an emergency.

As practice shows, it is more advisable to purchase high-quality and reliable technology to protect against emergency depressurization of water supply and heating systems, rather than then having to go through extremely unpleasant moments in resolving conflicts with neighbors, spending large amounts of money on repairs and restoring water-damaged things.

If you still have questions regarding the principles of operation of protective systems against water leaks, about the rules of installation and operation, watch the video, which answers all the questions that arise and describes in detail the main nuances of the mechanism.