CLPLWE01 – Pipe Clip (LoRaWAN)

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Product Description

Identical device to the CLPWIE01, but shipped in LoRaWAN standard mode. The Smart Pipe Clip is a compact clamp for water pipes with an outer diameter of 15–32 mm (all materials). Three main functions:

• Frost Warning: Detection and warning of frost risk
• Water Consumption Estimation: Estimation of water consumption using vibration and temperature sensors
• Leak Detection: Detection of water leaks through unusual water usage

Communication: Wi-Fi, LoRa Direct (direct motor control), or LoRaWAN (default for CLPLWE01). Can be switched to Wi-Fi via button menu. Power supply: 2×AAA batteries or external 3V DC.

For the complete manual (construction, installation, operation, technical data), see CLPWIE01.

Sensor Construction

Letter	Component	Description
A	Button	For pairing, testing, and menu access (under the battery compartment cover)
B	LED (dual-color)	Shows network connection, menu status, and pairing mode
C	Screw Terminal	Connection for external 3V power supply (+ and − marked)
D	Buzzer	Audible signals
E	Battery Compartment	2×AAA batteries
F	Movable Clamp	For quick attachment to the water pipe
G	Transport Safety Magnet	Activates/deactivates the sensor
H	Red LED	Alarm indicator and active radio communication
I	Screws	3 screws to open the battery compartment
K	Clamp Axis	Removable for cable tie mounting
L	Air Temperature Sensor	Measures ambient temperature (point toward center of room)

Installation and Commissioning

Attachment Method 1: Quick Mount with Clamp

The movable clamp (F) can attach the device directly to the water pipe. This method allows quick mounting and easy removal or relocation without tools.

Attachment Method 2: Permanent Cable Tie Mount

For a tamper-proof, permanent installation:

1. Loosen the three screws (I) on the battery compartment cover and remove the cover
2. Pull out the clamp axis (K) (by hand or with pliers)
3. Remove the clamp and spring
4. Thread a cable tie through the designated recess in the housing
5. Secure the sensor to the pipe

Placement

• Mount on the main water line, approx. 20–40 cm from the building water inlet
• Air temperature sensor (L) should face toward the center of the room (not toward the wall)

Activation and Deactivation

The round transport safety magnet (G) controls the operating state:

• Magnet on the marking field (large plus sign): Sensor in sleep mode, no battery consumption
• Remove magnet: Sensor activates – the red LED (H) blinks inside the housing (may take up to 1 minute)
• Replace magnet: Sensor deactivates

LoRaWAN Communication

See LoRaWAN Connection for setup and the complete Daisychain Protocol.

Detailed LoRaWAN specification for this device: Online Manual

Device Registration

For registration with the LoRaWAN network operator (e.g., The Things Network or commercial operators), three keys are required:

• Dev EUI (public): 16-digit code on the inside of the battery compartment cover and the packaging (as QR code and text string)
• Join EUI (public, identical for all Aqua-Scope devices): 49 43 48 54 48 59 20 21
• Join Key (secret): Sent via email, request at https://aqua-scope.com/lora with valid email address and public key

Attention

The web form request works exactly once to prevent misuse.

Connection Setup

After inserting the batteries or connecting an external power supply, the device automatically attempts to connect to the LoRaWAN network. The LEDs blink during the JOIN process (approx. 25 seconds). If the connection fails, the device enters sleep mode. If the sensor loses its connection to the server at any point, it automatically restarts the connection.

Attention

LoRaWAN and direct motor control via LoRa are mutually exclusive. In LoRaWAN mode, the sensor cannot directly control Aqua-Scope motors via radio.

Supported Sensor Types

ID	Sensor	Unit
0x01	Temperature	1/10 °C
0x03	Operating Time	Hours

Alarm Types

ID	Alarm	Value
2	Temperature Too Low	current temperature
3	Temperature Too High	current temperature
4	Leak / Drip Alarm	—
5	Prolonged Water Usage	—
12	Battery Depleted	—

Basic Functions

Regular Sensor Data

Measurement	Description
Operating Time	Hours since activation
Room Temperature	Measured at the air temperature sensor (L) in °C
Battery Status	Voltage and consumed capacity
Water Consumption	Estimated in liters

Alarms

Alarm	Description	Behavior
Temperature Too Low	Temperature falls below configurable threshold	Clears automatically when temperature rises above threshold
Temperature Too High	Temperature exceeds configurable threshold	Clears automatically when temperature falls below threshold
Leak / Drip Alarm	Dripping faucet or small leak detected	Clears automatically when no water flow is detected
Prolonged Water Usage	Water flowing unusually long – possible large leak	Clears automatically when water flow stops
Battery Depleted	More than 80% of battery capacity consumed	Replace batteries

Button Controls and LED Signals

The button (A) and dual-color LED (B) are located under the battery compartment cover (loosen 3 screws).

Button Functions

State	Action	Function
Factory state (LED blinks red/green)	Short click	Toggle WPS mode
Normal operation	Short click	Send test status via radio (green LED confirms)
Any	Hold >5 sec	Activate 1-button menu

1-Button Menu

Hold button for more than 5 seconds → menu starts at command 1 (1x beep, 1x LED blink).

Operation:

• Short click: Advance to next command (2x beep = command 2, etc.). After the last command, counting restarts at 1.
• Long press: Execute the pre-selected command (3x yellow blink as confirmation)
• Timeout: Menu exits automatically after a few seconds of inactivity

Toggleable commands (3–5) switch a parameter (toggle). The LED color shows the current status: red = inactive, green = active.

No.	Command	Description
1	Link test	Tests radio link quality. Result: 0 flashes = no connection, 1–5 flashes = signal strength (1 = barely sufficient, 5 = excellent)
2	Factory reset	Resets all parameters, including WLAN SSID and password
3	Sleep mode	Toggle on/off. In sleep mode, power consumption is reduced; LED and status indication are disabled
4	LoRaWAN ↔ LoRa Direct	Toggle between LoRaWAN (factory setting on CLPLWE01) and LoRa Direct
5	LoRa ↔ WLAN	Switch between the current LoRa mode and WLAN. No direct motor control possible in LoRa mode
6	Manual offset	Manual re-calibration of the vibration sensor to compensate for environmental changes. Do not use while water is flowing through the pipe

Battery Replacement and External Power Supply

Battery Replacement

1. Loosen the three screws (I) on the battery compartment cover
2. Remove the cover
3. Remove old AAA batteries, insert new ones (observe polarity)
4. Screw the cover back on

Standard AAA alkaline or lithium batteries can be used.

External Power Supply

Under the battery compartment cover, there is a screw terminal (C) with + and − markings for an external 3V DC supply (min. 500 mA, not included).

1. Break out the small opening (3×5 mm) at the bottom of the housing to route the cables
2. Connect the cables to the screw terminal (C) (observe + and −)

info

The batteries can remain in the device as backup. However, by breaking out the cable opening, the device loses its IP44 protection rating – it is then no longer protected against splash water.

Scope of Delivery

• Main device (Pipe Clip)
• 2×AAA batteries (pre-installed)
• User manual
• Cable tie

Technical Specifications

Parameter	Value
SKU	CLPLWE01
Default Radio	LoRaWAN (switchable to Wi-Fi)
Pipe Diameter	15–32 mm (all materials: copper, steel, PEX, PE, etc.)
Wi-Fi	2.4 GHz, 802.11 b/g
Bluetooth	Low Energy
LoRaWAN	Class A
LoRa Direct	Direct motor control
Design Registration	DE 402025200873-0001

Sensors

Sensor	Description
6-axis gyro	Vibration detection (if installed)
3× temperature sensors	Pipe and air temperature
Voltage sensor	Battery voltage
Reed contact	Magnetic field detection
Ruthenium oxide heating element	Water flow detection

Power Supply and Battery Life

Parameter	Value
Batteries	2×AAA (standard alkaline or lithium)
External Supply	3V DC, min. 500 mA
Idle Current	0.4 mAh/day
LoRaWAN per Transmission	8 mAs
Wi-Fi per Transmission	300 mAs
AAA Battery Capacity	1000 mAh (effective)

Mode	Transmissions/Day	Lifespan
LoRaWAN	4	~75 months
Wi-Fi	4	~45 months
Wi-Fi	24	~12 months

Radio Emissions

Technology	Frequency	Transmit Power
Wi-Fi	2.4 GHz (broadband per EN 300 328)	—
LoRaWAN	868–869 MHz	4 dBm (2.5 mW)

Dimensions

Parameter	Value
Protection Rating	IP44
Dimensions	65 × 20 × 45 mm
Weight	57 g (incl. batteries)

Further Information

• CLPWIE01 – Complete Manual (Wi-Fi Variant)
• LoRaWAN Connection
• Technical Support
• Declaration of Conformity
• Disposal Guidelines