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AJAX | LeaksProtect Jeweller Wireless Water Leak Detector, White | 42818

SKU AJ-42818

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A flood detector that responds within 0.15 seconds of getting wet, on either face, so it works whichever way up it ends up under an appliance. It runs up to five years on two pre-installed AAA cells.

Built for the installer

Water damage is the most common insurance claim in most portfolios and the easiest to sell against, because the customer immediately understands what a burst washing machine hose costs. At this price point a detector under every wet appliance is an easy add-on to any system.

Installation is tool-free, with no fixing required, and it pairs naturally with automation: combined with a water valve, a leak detection can close the main automatically rather than only notifying someone.

Key features

  • Detects within 0.15 seconds of contact with water
  • Senses on either side, so orientation under an appliance does not matter
  • Tool-free installation, nothing to fix or drill
  • Up to 5 years on two pre-installed AAA cells
  • Drives automation scenarios, so a leak can close a valve rather than only sending an alert

System requirements

Requires an Ajax hub or range extender. Indoor use only. Place on the floor at the lowest point near appliances, water heaters and under sinks.

Specifications

SKUAJ-42818
BrandAJAX
Radio communication rangeUp to 4,250 ft in open space, between the device and a hub or range extender
DetectionFirst flooding signs, detected on either side of the enclosure
Detection timeWithin 0.15 s
Monitoring24/7/365
InstallationTool-free, no fixings required
AutomationSupports automation scenarios in the Ajax app
Sabotage protectionTamper alarm on enclosure opening or removal from the mounting panel
Use environmentIndoor use only
Power input2 x AAA, pre-installed
Battery lifeUp to 5 years
Dimensions2.44 x 2.44 x 0.55 in
Device weight1.45 oz
ColourWhite
Region9NA, North America model
Radio protocolJeweller, two-way encrypted wireless
Frequency band (North America)905.0-926.5 MHz, certified to UL/ULC standards
Radio modulationGFSK with frequency hopping
EncryptionBlock encryption with a dynamic key
Communication loss detectionAfter 36 seconds
Anti-spoofingDevice authentication
Warranty24 months

Documents and resources

FAQs

Does it matter which way up the detector sits?
No. It detects as soon as it becomes wet on either side, so it works whichever way it ends up when pushed under an appliance.
Where should leak detectors be placed?
At the lowest point near the risk: under sinks, behind washing machines and dishwashers, beside water heaters, and in plant rooms. Water runs downhill, so the lowest point sees it first.
Can a leak automatically shut off the water?
Yes, through Ajax automation scenarios. Paired with a compatible valve, a detection can close the supply rather than only raising an alert, which is what actually prevents the damage.
Does this device need an Ajax hub?
Yes. All Jeweller devices report to an Ajax hub or a range extender. The device cannot operate standalone and does not connect to a third-party panel directly.
What does the 9NA region code mean?
It is the North America model, operating on the 905.0-926.5 MHz Jeweller band certified to UL/ULC standards. European models on 868 MHz are not interchangeable with it.
How quickly is a lost device detected?
Within 36 seconds. Jeweller polls each device continuously, so a jammed, removed or failed device is reported rather than quietly going offline.