📊 SONOFF POW Elite 16A — Smart Power Meter Switch with LCD (POWR316D, WiFi, DIN Rail)
The SONOFF POW Elite 16A (POWR316D) is a WiFi smart switch with built-in power monitoring for circuits up to 16A / 3,520W at 220V. Identical to the 20A model in every way except the current rating — same LCD display, same ESP32 chip, same 6-month usage history, same overload protection. The 16A rating matches the most common circuit breaker size in South African DB boards, making it the ideal choice for standard lighting and plug circuits. DIN rail mountable. NRCS & ICASA certified. MPN: POWR316D.
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⚡ Key Features
- 16A / 3,520W Maximum Load — matches the standard 16A circuit breaker in most SA DB boards; ideal for lighting circuits, plug circuits, and appliances up to 16A
- Built-In LCD Display — real-time on-device readings: power (W), current (A), voltage (V), cumulative energy (kWh)
- 6-Month Power Usage History — hourly-resolution data in eWeLink app; export to Excel (.xlsx)
- Overload Protection — custom thresholds for power, voltage, current; relay auto-trips on breach
- Daily/Monthly Consumption Goals — push notifications when you hit your energy budget
- ESP32 Chip — 200% faster than previous generation; stable WiFi, responsive control
- DIN Rail Mountable — standard 35mm DIN rail clip for DB board installation
- Flame-Retardant Enclosure — V-0 rated fire-resistant housing
- Tasmota / ESPHome Compatible — ESP32-based; flashable for full local control
- Alexa Energy Dashboard — centralised energy monitoring across all POW devices
🏠 Perfect For
Lighting Circuit Monitoring
Install on your lighting circuit to see exactly how much your lights cost. Spot energy waste — are the outdoor lights still on at 2 AM? Set schedules to prevent it.
Plug Circuit Control
Monitor and switch a plug circuit from your phone. See which room’s plugs draw the most power. Set overload protection to trip before the breaker does.
Energy Auditing
Install across multiple circuits and export data to Excel. Build a complete picture of your home’s energy consumption. Identify the biggest cost drivers.
Office & Rental Metering
One per unit for sub-metering. Export monthly data for tenant billing. Professional, auditable energy records without expensive meters.
📋 Technical Specifications
| Product | SONOFF POW Elite Smart Power Meter Switch |
| MPN / Model | POWR316D |
| Max Load | 16A / 3,520W @ 220V AC |
| Input Voltage | AC 100–240V, 50/60Hz |
| Display | LCD — Power (W), Current (A), Voltage (V), Energy (kWh) |
| Relay | Built-in — inline switching |
| Wiring | Neutral wire required (L-in, L-out, N) |
| Usage History | 6 months · Hourly resolution · Excel export |
| Overload Protection | Yes — custom power, voltage, current thresholds |
| Chip | ESP32 |
| WiFi | 2.4 GHz 802.11 b/g/n |
| Mounting | DIN rail (standard 35 mm) |
| Enclosure | Flame-retardant V-0 |
| Certifications | NRCS · ICASA · CE · FCC |
| Home Assistant | eWeLink add-on · SonoffLAN · Tasmota · ESPHome |
| Voice Control | Amazon Alexa (+ Energy Dashboard) · Google Assistant |
| App | eWeLink (iOS & Android) |
| Warranty | 1 Year Manufacturer Warranty |
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
What’s the difference between the 16A and 20A POW Elite?
Why choose this over the POW Origin (POWR136)?
Is it NRCS and ICASA approved?
Can I use it without the eWeLink cloud?
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