Smart WiFi 16A Power Plug
Smart Wi-Fi 16A power plugs allow you to remotely control high-power appliances like air conditioners and geysers using a smartphone app and voice assistants, often including features like energy monitoring and scheduling.
Key Features to Consider
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High Load Capacity: 16A plugs are designed for heavy-duty appliances like air conditioners, water heaters, and washing machines.
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Remote Control: Most smart plugs allow you to turn appliances on/off from anywhere using a mobile app (like Tuya or Smart Life).
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Voice Control: Compatibility with Amazon Alexa and Google Assistant is a common feature for hands-free control.
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Energy Monitoring: Many models offer real-time power and energy consumption monitoring, which can help save on electricity bills.
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Scheduling and Timers: You can set schedules, timers, and countdown functions for automated control of your appliances.
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Safety: Look for features like flame retardant materials, overload protection, and surge protection.
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No hub required: Most Wi-Fi smart plugs connect directly to your 2.4GHz Wi-Fi network without the need for a dedicated hub.
Technical Specifications:
| Specification | Details |
|---|---|
| Model | WiFi 16A Smart Power Plug |
| Voltage | 100–240V AC |
| Current | Max 16A |
| For | AC, Water Geyser, Heater, Refrigerator |
| Wireless | 2.4GHz WiFi only |
| App Support | Tuya Smart / Smart Life |
| Voice Control | Alexa, Google Assistant |
| Functions | Remote Control, Power Monitoring, Timer, Schedules |
| Material | Fire-Retardant ABS |
| Installation | Plug & Play |
| Certification | CE, RoHS |
| Plug Type | EU Type (Pakistan Compatible) |
How To It Work:
A smart Wi-Fi power plug works by using an internal microcontroller and relays to connect to your home Wi-Fi network, allowing you to remotely control the power supply to connected devices via a smartphone app or voice commands.
Step-by-step working principle
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Physical connection: The smart plug is inserted into a standard wall outlet. The device you want to control is then plugged into the smart plug.
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Network connection: The internal microcontroller (the “brains” of the plug) connects to your home’s 2.4GHz Wi-Fi network (some newer models also support 5GHz). This connection is usually set up through a companion app like Tuya Smart or Smart Life.
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Remote communication: When you use the app on your smartphone to turn an appliance on or off, the app sends a signal to a cloud service over the internet.
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Signal relay: The cloud service then sends this command back to the smart plug via your home’s Wi-Fi network.
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Power Control: The smart plug’s microcontroller receives commands and operates an internal relay, which acts as an electrical switch to physically cut off or restore power flow to connected devices.
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Feedback (optional): The energy-monitoring plug has a current/power mapping circuit that sends energy usage data to the microcontroller and then to your app, allowing you to track consumption in real time.
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Automation and Voice Control: The app allows you to set schedules and timers, or you can link the plug to a voice assistant like Alexa or Google Assistant for hands-free control.
16A Smart Plug vs Regular Plug:
| Feature | 16A Smart Plug | Regular Plug |
|---|---|---|
| Current Rating | 16A (High Power) | Up to 10A (Standard) |
| Remote App Control | ✅ Tuya / Smart Life | ❌ |
| Voice Control | ✅ Alexa / Google Assistant | ❌ |
| Timer/Scheduling | ✅ Built-in | ❌ Manual Only |
| Safety Features | ✅ Overload & Surge Protection | ❌ None |
| Plug Type Compatibility | ✅ Universal | ❌ Country Specific |
