The Netio PowerCable REST 101S is a smart WiFi plug and socket device that can be monitored and controlled over an IP network. The PowerCable has an IEC320 C14 plug and IEC320 C13 socket outlet from which power and energy consumption data can be gathered via web interface. The IEC320 C13 socket can also be switched ON/OFF remotely and has a REST API (application programming interface) for users who want to pull information into their own applications.
In addition to a REST API, versions Machine2Machine (M2M) versions of the smart PowerCable device are available with MODBUS, MQQT and IQRF protocols. All the devices feature power monitoring and control. The power socket switches electrical output (ON/OFF) using Zero Current Switching (ZCS) to reduce wear and tear on the switching relay and supports independent output control (IOC) to ensure a stable output even during a firmware upgrade. Smart PowerCables also support automatic ‘WiFi Reconnect’ functions to improve IP network connectivity.
The Netio Cloud service provides a secure HTTPS connection through which to monitor and control a PowerCable over the internet. A NETIO Cloud ‘welcome credit’ is provided free of charge for each connected device, calculated to cover about 3 years of operation.
Smart PowerCable 101S Key Features
- WiFi: included (internal antenna, 802.11 b/g/n; 2.4GHz)
- WiFi Reconnect: included
- Web Interface: built-in
- Network and Cloud Monitoring: can be monitored remotely via the Netio Cloud and/or a local network
- Firmware Upgrade: included via web
- Remote Reboot: for switching each outlet ON/OFF remotely
- Power up state of the output: On / Off / LAST state
- Control button: included
- M2M API protocols: XML over HTTP, JSON over HTTP, URL API (write-only)
- Available socket versions: DE, FR, CH, IEC-320 C13/C14
- Accuracy of electrical measurements: Better than 1% at 25Degrees C
- SPD surge protection: type 3 included
- Switching element: relay SPST-NO, ZCS
- ZCS (Zero Current Switching): included
- IOC (output state independent on FW updates): included
- Temperature range: -10 to +65degC (for 65degC, max. current is 5A)
- Electrical measurements: Current (Amps), Energy (kWh), Input Power (Watts), True Power Factor (pF)), Frequency (Hz), Voltage (Volts) and Phase Shift (Degree)
PowerCable REST Connection Options
PowerCable REST models are available with a variety of socket types.
| SKU |
Outlets |
Voltage/Current |
Country |
| NETIO-101G |
UK BS Style Square Pin |
230Vac/13A |
UK |
| NETIO-101S |
IEC320 C13 |
110/230Vac 1A |
International |
| NETIO-101E |
FR Schuko |
230Vac 16A |
France, Belgium, Czech republic, Slovakia and Poland |
| NETIO-101F |
DE Schuko |
230V 16A |
Germany |
| NETIO-101J |
CH Schuko |
230Vac 16A |
Switzerland |
PowerCable Alternative Models
To the above part number add the communications interface i.e. NET-101x-Interface (where x is the Outlet version)
The complete range of interfaces includes:
| Interface |
WiFi |
IQRF |
Outlets |
ZCS/ZVS |
Measurements |
Web Configuration |
M2M APIs |
| REST |
yes |
no |
1 |
ZCS |
6 |
yes |
XML, JSON, URL, API |
| MODBUS |
yes |
no |
1 |
ZCS |
6 |
yes |
MODBUS/TCP, Telnet |
| MQTT |
yes |
no |
1 |
ZCS |
6 |
yes |
MQTT (MQTT-Flex) |
| IQRT |
no |
yes |
1 |
ZCS |
6 |
no |
IQRF |
Event Scheduler Function
The Scheduler Function allows the powering ON or OFF of each output to programmed into a weekly day schedule at specific times. This can be a useful features to save energy and periodically reboot connected devices.
- Each output socket has its own schedule
- The scheduler works without an internet connection; a time source (NTP server) is needed such as a local ADSL broadband or WiFi router
- Netio Cloud can also be use to control the outputs when the scheduler is active
