BarnTools
Wireless Water Meter
How it fits into the alarm platform:
Connects wirelessly to the BarnTalk Gateway. The BarnTalk Wireless Water Meter is an ultrasonic meter without any moving parts inside that will rust, corrode or stop working due to mineral buildup. Varying meter sizes are offered to allow for monitoring water consumption to each site, each barn, or even each room/line. The wireless water meter should be plumbed inline and placed within ~700 feet of the BarnTalk Gateway. On multi-barn sites, the water meter’s range can often extend wirelessly across multiple buildings depending on proximity.
- Included Battery with a Life Expectancy of Up to 8 Years
- Measures 0.1 GPM –80 GPM
- Available in ½”, ¾”, 1”, and 1 ½”.
- IP67 Waterproof and Dustproof Rated
- Tested for Maximum Durability in Harsh Conditions
★★★★★ “I am required to keep water usage record daily so I just open my app and each day’s water total is there I highly recommend the meter for poultry producers.” Wade A. | Product Review: Wireless Water Meter
BarnTalk is the only wireless barn alarm with certified multi-carrier connectivity built right into the system. Once you plug the BarnTalk Gateway into power, it connects to the strongest local cell tower, regardless of carrier, eliminating the need for a landline, WiFi, or hotspot.BarnTalk sends alarms via push notification, SMS text message or phone call based on the user’s preferences.For optimal alarms and monitoring, you’ll need a BarnTalk subscription. This subscription covers connectivity and data costs.
Monitor Water Consumption 24/7
The BarnTalk Water Meter connects wirelessly to the BarnTalk Gateway, which is the brains of the system. The gateway includes built-in cellular connectivity for rural areas. It works even where your phone can't connect!
Real-Time Monitoring
Keep tabs on water consumption in real-time inside your BarnTalk mobile app.
Stem Losses 24/7
Set alarms to detect no water flow, large leaks, and sudden changes in water consumption.
Various Sizes Offered
Monitor water consumption at the site, barn, or room level — or individual water lines.
Build Your BarnTalk System
Custom-build a BarnTalk system that meets your monitoring needs.
BarnTalk Water Meter
The BarnTalk Wireless Water Meter allows you to monitor water consumption 24/7 at your fingertips to help you stem losses and optimize performance.
Instantly Connects
The Gateway automatically connects to the strongest cell signal as soon as you plug it in. No landline, internet, or hotspot needed.
Built for the Barn
The water meter measures from 0.1 gallons per minute (GPM) – 80 GPM. It includes a built-in battery with an 8-10 life span.
Remotely Monitor
With the BarnTalk app, you can monitor water consumption and resolve alarms at your fingertips. No more being left in the dark.
Prevent Losses
View graphs and historical data to identify trends and sudden changes in water consumption. Detect illnesses earlier to minimize losses.
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Wireless Water Meter
Size
1/2”; 3/4”; 1”; 1 1/4”; 1 1/2”
Maximum Pressure Rating
225 psi
Nominal Flow (GPM)
12; 20; 30; 50; 80
Max Flow (GPM)
13.7; 22.0; 34.7; 55.0; 88.1
Min Flow (GPM)
0.04; 0.07; 0.11; 0.18; 0.29
Accuracy
+/- 0.2% between Min and Max Flow
Power Supply
Permanent Lithium Battery
Battery Life
Up to 8 years
Working Environment
Temperature: 14 °F ~ 122 °F / -10 °C ~ 50 °C
WAN
High Sensitivity 915 ISM frequency band LoRa Module
Protection Level
IP68
Pipe Material
Brass or 301 Stainless
Shell Material
Nylon Plastic
You can connect up to 24 Water Meters per Gateway.
No. BarnTalk is simple enough for anyone to set up on their own. Save the money!
The water meter has an 8+ year battery life.
There are four different types of alarms available on each of your water meters:
- Time with zero flow
- Below three day average consumption
- Above three day average consumption
- Leak detection (in gallons per hour)
These alarm settings can be adjusted via the BarnTalk Web Portal here.
Receive alarms via text message, phone call, or push notification. Water Meter alarms can be set up inside the BarnTalk Web Portal.
For just $15/month, BarnTalk TotalCare provides complete coverage for any and all damage to your sensors. Lightning, water, fire, and physical damage—no questions asked. Click here to learn more.
Yes. BarnTalk’s 24+ hour backup battery ensures you can receive alarms and view conditions even when you’ve lost power.
One Gateway can cover up to two barns or poultry houses. The Gateway should be centrally located on your site.
There is no limit to how many people you add to your CallTree. They just need to be a contact in your phone to add them in. The contacts you add will be notified in the order of the CallTree when barn conditions fall outside of the norm.