I have a Qolsys IQ Panel 2, with many of the associated sensors and switches installed in my home. I have been very pleased with it. I previously had a 2GIG panel.
I recently had some issues with my sewage drain line backing up and wound up getting a sewer lift pump and associated controller installed. The whole process was painful and expensive but that is a whole different story. The controller is a SJE Rhombus Model 112. It has an alarm that goes off when the pump fails and the highest float switch in the pit is actuated. There is a very loud buzzer on the controller associated with the alarm so I really hope this never happens in the middle of the night and wakes up any neighbors.
As it was being installed, I noticed that the controller has a typical Form C contact (one NC & one NO on the same common) to trigger external alarms. Realizing that I wanted to be able to trigger the Qolsys panel, I began looking into options. What I wound up going with was an IQ flood sensor (QS5536-840). I already had several installed near in bathrooms and near drains. Opening up the sensor I was able to de-terminate the existing flood conductor and terminate a two conductor cable that goes to the normally open alarm contact on the pump controller.
I tested it today by putting the controller in test alarm mode and it triggered the sensor and panel and alerted my phone. It will be nice to know I will be notified if there is a pump issue while I am away from the house.
I’m sure there there are other options, but I thought I would share as this is what worked for me. I figured a flood sensor notification was a good option as if the pump fails then the pit begins to flood and it could back up into basement if prompt action is not taken.
Cheers.