Hardware Matrix

Is 16A Smart Energy Plug Compatible with Apple HomeKit (via Homebridge/Z2M)?

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VERDICT: [ BRIDGE NEEDED ]
Protocol: Zigbee 3.0
Bridge Needed: YES

Hardware Safety & Verification Specs

Electrical parameters & logic voltage safety limits before powering ICs

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Logic Voltage Internal Isolated Converter
Voltage Rating 100-240V AC / 50-60Hz
Current Profile Mains AC (10A MAX Relay)
Environment Rating IP20 Indoor Climate Control

## Compatibility Overview

The Tuya 16A Smart Energy Plug requires a bridge (Zigbee2MQTT with Homebridge or Home Assistant HomeKit integration) to pair with Apple Home. Once bridged Siri controls on/off state and energy monitoring.

Interactive Pinout & Wiring Diagram

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VCC
3.3V Power
GND
Ground Common
SDA / TX
Data Line (GPIO 21)
SCL / RX
Clock Line (GPIO 22)
CS / INT
Chip Select (GPIO 19)

## Technical Specification Matrix

Feature / Attribute Specification / Status
Hardware Protocol Zigbee 3.0
Bridge Required YES
Border Router Needed Zigbee2MQTT Coordinator + Homebridge
Exposed Entities
Switch State Real-time Power (W) Voltage (V) Current (mA)
Pairing Complexity Advanced YAML
Factory Reset Instruction Press and hold the power button for 5 seconds until the status indicator blinks rapidly.

## Step-by-Step Pairing Guide

1

Factory Reset Device

Press and hold the power button for 5 seconds until the status indicator blinks rapidly.

2

Initialize Pairing Mode on Apple HomeKit (via Homebridge/Z2M)

Open Apple HomeKit (via Homebridge/Z2M) administration console, navigate to Integrations / Add Device, and start pairing scanner.

3

Confirm Entity Binding & State Verification

Verify that primary entities (Switch State, Real-time Power (W), Voltage (V), Current (mA)) report live state changes inside Apple HomeKit (via Homebridge/Z2M).

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Pre-configured pinouts & drivers for 16A Smart Energy Plug

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## Frequently Asked Questions

Does this device operate in Offline Mode?
Once exposed to HomeKit via local Homebridge/MQTT Siri voice commands and automations function locally.
What is the expected Battery Life & Power specification?
Mains powered (AC 110-240V 16A max load).
How does Signal Mesh & Range Extension function?
Operates as a high-power Zigbee mesh router to extend network coverage throughout rooms.

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