The Ring Flood & Freeze Sensor is a Z-Wave Plus endpoint utilizing a 500 Series chipset. Performance metrics indicate an internal thermistor calibrated to trigger a freeze state at 4.4°C (40°F). Material analysis confirms the inclusion of two gold-plated sensing contacts on the base for liquid detection, with a chassis designed for buoyancy in the event of a high-volume flood. Power is supplied by a 3V CR123A lithium battery, providing a calculated 3-year operational life.
Because the device operates on sub-GHz Z-Wave frequencies, it demonstrates enhanced signal penetration through flooring and cabinetry compared to 2.4GHz alternatives. The Z-Wave Plus protocol supports local execution, allowing the device to interact with compatible local controllers without a persistent cloud connection. Technical specifications list a fixed freeze threshold that is not user-adjustable within the native application.
Operational Status States
- Dry/Normal: Nominal monitoring state
- Water Detected: Circuit bridge between gold-plated contacts
- Freeze Warning: Ambient temperature below 4.4°C
For cross-brand logic integration and protocol bridging, this sensor should be managed via a multi-protocol hub. If your installation requires a remote probe to reach behind heavy appliances where this chassis cannot fit, the MOCREO Smart Temperature Sensor provides a better architectural solution. This unit is part of the water leak detectors technical repository.
