POWR316

Product Overview

Introduction

Product Name	SONOFF POW Origin Smart Power Meter Switch
Product Model	POWR316

SONOFF POW Origin is a Wi-Fi-enabled smart switch with power monitoring capability, designed to control and measure the energy usage of connected electrical appliances. It supports real-time monitoring of voltage, current, power, and cumulative energy consumption through the eWeLink app. With a maximum load capacity of 16A, POW Origin is suitable for high-power equipment and offers functions such as remote ON/OFF control, schedule setting, and power consumption records. It also supports overload protection to enhance the safety of home appliances.

Highlights

Real-Time Power Monitoring — Get Instant Insight

Monitor real-time power, voltage, current, and energy consumption of connected appliances with high accuracy. With POW Origin, you're always in the know—optimize energy use and cut down on waste with live, actionable data.

Supports High-Power Loads — Up to 16A Capacity

Built for performance, POW Origin handles appliances up to 16A, making it ideal for heavy-duty devices like water heaters or high-wattage lighting systems. Reliable power control for energy-intensive applications.

6-Month Energy History — Exportable and Easy to Analyze

Access detailed energy usage records accurate to the hour for up to 6 months. Perfect for tracking trends, comparing usage, or managing costs—plus, you can export data to Excel with a single tap.

Overload Protection — Smart Safety Built-In

Customize power, current, or voltage thresholds and let POW Origin do the rest. If any parameter exceeds the limit, it will automatically cut off the load, protecting your appliances and home from electrical hazards.

Smart Control at Your Fingertips

Take full control via the eWeLink app, or go hands-free with voice control through Alexa or Google Assistant. Set schedules, inching timers, and restore power-on state just the way you like it. POW Origin isn't just smart—it's made for your smart life.

Applications

Smart Monitoring of High-Power Appliances

Ideal for managing energy-hungry devices like electric water heaters, refrigerators, or air conditioners. With 16A capacity, POW Origin ensures reliable control and real-time monitoring.

Home Energy Usage Visualization

Track real-time voltage, current, and power through the eWeLink app. Understand your consumption patterns, identify energy-heavy devices, and make informed decisions to reduce electricity bills.

Power Consumption History for Analysis

Access detailed logs and statistics through the app to analyze energy usage over days, weeks, or months—useful for cost estimation or improving energy efficiency.

Smart Scenes and Integration with Other Devices

Link POW Origin with sensors, switches, or scenes to build a smart ecosystem—for example, turn off all high-power appliances when a door sensor detects you've left home.

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Specification

Model	POWR316
Input	100-240V~,50/60Hz MAX 16A
Output	100-240V~,50/60Hz MAX 16A
Wi-Fi	IEEE802.11b/g/n 2.4GHz
App supported systems	Android & iOS
Operating temps	-10℃~40℃
Working humidity	5%~95% RH, non-condensing
Shell material	PC V0
Dimension	98x54x27.5mm
High-voltage connector wire	1.0mm² to 4.0mm²
Rated impulse voltage	2500V
Remark	External preliminary protection with Max. C20A circuit breaker in the supply line is required under all circumstances.

eWeLink Key Features

Device Home Page Functions
Key Features	Feature Description
On / Off	Device on/off state.
Energy Monitoring	Tracks yesterday/today/current month power consumption. Real-time current/voltage/power monitoring. Supports viewing & exporting 6-month historical consumption records.
Schedule	Set the device to complete the specified action at the specified time.
Timer	Set delayed actions for the device to execute after a specified time
Loop Timer	The device executes a predefined action cyclically at specified time intervals.

Device Settings
Key Features		Feature Description
Third-party Platforms	Alexa	You can control your smart devices through third-party services, including voice control.
	Google Home
	IFTTT
	SmartThings
	Alice
Assign location		Set up the home and room where the device is located.
Share		The device can be shared with other eweLink accounts.
Create Group		After multiple devices are created into a group, you can synchronize all devices in the group.
Smart Scene	Trigger Condition	Switch On/Off Power Greater than/Less than Today's Consumption is Greater than Current Month's Consumption is Greater than
	Execution Action	On/Off/Reverse
LAN Control		A control method where the app communicates directly with the device over the same router, without going through the cloud platform. On/Off
Threshold Settings	Power	Max. Power/Min. Power (W) *For device and personal safety, default power protection is enabled. The maximum allowable load power is 4000W.
	Voltage	Max. Voltage/Min. Voltage (V)
	Current	Max. Current/Min. Current (A) *For device and personal safety, the default current protection is enabled. The maximum allowable load current is 17A.
Push Notice		After turning on "Push notifications", also make sure to grant notification permissions in Phone Settings > Permissions for the eWeLink app. This allows you to receive push notifications when the device status changes. On/Off Consumption is reached: Current Month's Consumption/Today's Consumption Threshold Exceedance
Offline Alert		Turn on the "Offline Notifications" feature, and grant eWeLink notification permissions in Phone Settings > Permissions. You will receive a mobile push notification 5 minutes after the device goes offline. On/Off
Logs		Records of device status changes. (You can view the operation records of the past three months)
Network Indicator		On/Off
Power-on State		The switch state of the device when power is restored after a power outage. On/Off/Last State
Inching Settings		The device automatically turns off/turns on after being on for a specified duration. Enable/Disable Duration range: 0.5s~59min 59.5s Status: Auto-on/Auto-off
Wi-Fi Settings		Configure the WiFi network connected to the device.
Delete Device		Remove the device from the eWeLink platform.

Installation and Configuration Guide

① Button

② Protective cover

③ Power LED indicator (Red)

Power LED indicator (Red)	Description
Keeps on	Device is on
Keeps off	Device is off

④ Wi-Fi LED indicator (Blue)

Wi-Fi LED indicator (Blue)	Description
Keeps on	Online
Flashes two short + one long	In Pairing Mode
Flashes once	Failed to connect to the router
Flashes twice	Connected to the router but failed to connect to the server
Flashes three times	OTA

⑤ Mounting base

⑥ Wiring terminals (Visible after removing the protective cover)

Terminals	Description
L Out	Live (Output Terminal)
L In	Live (Input Terminal)
N	Neutral
N	Neutral

Wiring Diagrams

WARNING:

Please install and maintain the device by a professional electrician. To avoid electric shock hazard, do not operate any connection or contact the terminal connector while the device is powered on!
The device weighs less than 1 kg. The installation height of less than 2 m is recommended.
Make sure all wires are connected correctly.

1. Remove protective cover.

2. Wiring.

3. Rail Installation.

Add Device

Open eWeLink, tap "+” and select "Add Device", then follow the prompt on the App.

Notice：

It's required to turn on the Bluetooth on your Phone when adding a device.
After powering on, the device will enter the Bluetooth pairing mode during the first use.
The Wi-Fi LED indicator changes in a cycle of two short and one long flash and release.
The device will exit the Bluetooth pairing mode if not paired within 3 minutes. If you want to enter this mode, please long-press the manual button for about 5s until the Wi-Fi LED indicator changes in a cycle of two short and one long flash and release.

FAQ

1. Does POW Origin support high-power appliances?

Yes. POW Origin supports a maximum load of 16A, making it suitable for high-power appliances such as water heaters or lighting systems. Please ensure the connected load does not exceed this limit.

2. Can I view real-time power data on my phone?

Yes. You can monitor real-time voltage, current, power, and cumulative energy consumption directly from the eWeLink app.

3. How long is the energy usage history stored?

POW Origin stores up to 6 months of hourly energy consumption data, which can be viewed in the app or exported to Excel for analysis.

4. Does POW Origin support voice control?

Yes. It supports voice control via Amazon Alexa and Google Assistant, allowing you to turn connected devices on or off using simple voice commands.

5. What happens when power is restored after an outage?

POW Origin allows you to set the Power-on State in the app:

ON/OFF/Keep the last state before power-off