Schneider submersible pump + reservoir manufactured by Plante + curated Sonoff stack. For living walls without a direct water supply point, or in environments that demand controlled water autonomy — a north wind that blows water where the mains do not reach.
Interior view of the 30 × 30 cm panel at real scale, with every Sonoff component positioned on the DIN rail, NBR 5410 connections and cross-reference to the external sensors. Print it, laminate it and fix it inside the panel for the technician to consult in the field.
High-resolution diagram · revision A · NBR 5410 / IEC 60715
Vertical plants die within three days without adequate irrigation. Before any intervention in the electrical panel, notify the responsible Plante reseller and the end client. Plante does not authorize prolonged shutdowns without prior notice.
The Boréas System uses a reservoir manufactured by Plante itself (we do not use PVC or generic tanks) coupled to a Schneider BCS-S1 220V 1/2 HP submersible pump. The pump is commanded by a WEG CW07-10E contactor driven by two Sonoff TH Elite units with dry contact output — electrically isolating the low-voltage electronics from the inductive load of the pump.
The Sonoff POWR316D Elite sits at the panel inlet as the electrical guardian (voltage, current, power, kWh, surges) and has a native display — no additional instrumentation required. The Sonoff MS01 measures substrate moisture via an RJ9 connector on the TH Elite, closing the irrigation loop only when necessary. The Sonoff WTS01, installed in the reservoir, detects abnormal variation in water temperature: when the sensor starts measuring air temperature (Δ > 1.5°C/h), the app raises a dry reservoir alert — a single sensor that makes a traditional level sensor unnecessary.
An optional Plante Vigia Base package (R$ 599 per linear meter) adds a floor leak sensor for corporate clients who want a forensic trail in the event of an incident.
The Plante warranty covers exclusively systems assembled with the models below. Substitutions outside this specification void the contract. Reference prices from AliExpress Brazil (June/2026) — resellers buy directly, with no dependence on Plante for replacements.
| Item | Model / Part Number | Function | R$ Ref. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Wi-Fi electrical guardian | Sonoff POWR316D Elite 20A | Monitors V/A/W/kWh + native LCD display | 94,54 |
| Main controller (×2) | Sonoff TH Elite (THR316D) | Dry contact + LCD + RJ9 sensor port | 262,26 |
| Substrate moisture sensor | Sonoff MS01 (RJ9) | Capacitive IP55, plugged into the TH Elite | 70,06 |
| Reservoir sensor | Sonoff WTS01 (RJ9) | Δ water temperature → detects dry reservoir | 65,52 |
| Two-pole circuit breaker | WEG MDWP C16 220V | General electrical protection 16A curve C | 39,00 |
| Contactor | WEG CW07-10E (220V coil) | Switching of the submersible pump (inductive load) | 60,00 |
| Submersible pump | Schneider BCS-S1 220V 1/2 HP | Pumps from the reservoir to the hoses | 399,00 |
| Mechanical float | 1/2" level float | Last-stage failsafe — cuts the pump when full | 30,00 |
| Plante panel | Green 30×30cm fiber with embossed logo | Enclosure manufactured by Plante to IP54 | 100,00 |
| Status LED strip | WS2812 green/yellow/red | External visual indication of system state | 80,00 |
| Plante reservoir | Reservoir manufactured by Plante | Included in the garden's price per m² | — |
| Total panel components | R$ 1.199,38 | ||
Cabling follows the Brazilian standard for electrical installations. Any certified electrician can carry out replacements without needing specific Plante training — the Sonoff units are sold in physical stores in Brazil and on Mercado Livre.
| Black | Live (L) 220V — supply |
| Light blue | Neutral (N) 220V — return |
| Green-yellow | Earth (PE) — protection |
| Red | Command return (TH Elite output → contactor coil) |
| Thin grey | RJ9 signals from the Sonoff sensors (MS01 / WTS01) |
Recommended gauges: 2.5mm² on the 220V runs (pump and panel power), 1.5mm² on the command returns, standard Sonoff RJ9 cable on the sensors (up to 10m with an AL560/RL560 extension).
The Plante app reports coded alerts consolidating the Sonoff states via the eWeLink API. Use this table before contacting support.
| Code | Meaning | Recommended action |
|---|---|---|
| RESERVATORIO_SECO | WTS01 detected Δ°C/h > 1.5 (exposed to air) | Refill the reservoir immediately |
| SUBSTRATO_SECO_CRITICO | MS01 below 25% for more than 6h | Force a manual cycle and check the hoses |
| BOMBA_TRAVADA | POW reports current above nominal for > 10s | Switch off, drain the reservoir, inspect the rotor |
| VOLTAGE_LOW | POW: voltage < 200V for 30s | Inspect the client's electrical mains |
| VOLTAGE_HIGH | POW: voltage > 250V for 30s | Hardware at risk — alert Plante Matrix |
| SURGE_DETECTED | Surge or severe oscillation in the mains | Check the lightning rods and building earthing |
| WIFI_OFFLINE | TH Elite off the cloud for more than 5 minutes | Restart the router or check the Wi-Fi password |
Even offline, the TH Elite keeps the last 6 local scenes programmed — irrigation keeps running.
Before calling, have on hand the ID of the POW and of the TH Elite units, the project address and photos of the panel and of the faulty part. These elements make up the forensic package of the call and speed up resolution.
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