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HOBO RX3000 Remote Monitoring Station
Advanced Environmental Monitoring with Cloud-Based Data Access The HOBO RX3000 is Onset's most flexible and…
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HOBOnet RXW-SMC-xxx Wireless Soil Moisture Sensor
HOBOnet soil moisture EC-5 sensor, a complete system requires at least one Hobo RX3000 monitoring station, a HOBOnet wireless manager (RXMOD-RXW-xxx) or one Hobo MicroRX station (which has an integrated HOBOnet wireless manager).
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The HOBOnet RXW-SMC-xxx is a high-precision wireless soil moisture sensor designed for outdoor environmental monitoring and agricultural applications.
Key Features
- Integrated ECH2O EC5 Sensor: Provides direct readings in volumetric water content
- High Accuracy: ±3% in typical soil conditions, ±2% with soil-specific calibration
- Wide Measurement Range: High-frequency design (70 MHz) for versatility across soil types
- Wireless Connectivity: Compatible with HOBO RX3000 and MicroRX stations
- Long Range: 450 to 600 meter wireless range, extendable with repeaters
- Scalable: Up to 50 wireless sensors per HOBO RX station
Technical Specifications
- Measurement Volume: 0.3-liter of soil
- Accuracy:
- ±3% in typical soils
- ±2% with soil-specific calibration
- Wireless Protocol: HOBOnet mesh network
- Frequency: 70 MHz (soil moisture measurement)
- Wireless Range: Up to 600 meters line of sight
- Power Source: Rechargeable AA batteries with built-in solar panel
- Environment: Outdoor-rated
Benefits
- Versatility: Performs well in various soil types, including high-salinity and sandy soils
- Easy Setup: Pre-configured and ready to deploy with push-button network joining
- Reliable Data Collection: Onboard memory prevents data loss during network interruptions
- Low Maintenance: Solar-powered operation for extended field use
- Scalable System: Easily expand your monitoring network with additional sensors
Applications
- Precision agriculture
- Irrigation management
- Environmental research
- Soil science studies
- Greenhouse operations
Compatibility
- Works with HOBO RX3000 Remote Monitoring Station
- Compatible with HOBO MicroRX Station
- Integrates with HOBOlink cloud-based software platform
The HOBOnet RXW-SMC-xxx Wireless Soil Moisture Sensor offers a robust and flexible solution for professionals requiring accurate soil moisture data across large areas. Its wireless capabilities, high accuracy, and integration with the HOBOnet system make it an ideal choice for comprehensive environmental monitoring and agricultural management.
Technical specifications
Measurement range: 0 to 0,550 m³/m³
Accuracy: ±0,031 m³/m³, 0 to 50°C
Operating temperature range: -25° to 60°C with rechargeable batteries and -40 to 70°C with lithium batteries
Maximum number of motes: up to 50 wireless sensors or 336 data channels per one Hobo RX station
Logging rate: 1 minute to 18 hours
Number of data channels: 2
Battery type/power source: two AA 1,2 V rechargeable NiMH batteries powered by built-in solar panel or two AA 1,5 V lithium batteries for operating conditions of -40 to 70°C
Battery life: with NiMH batteries: 3–5 years when operated in the temperature range -20° to 40°C and positioned toward the sun, with lithium batteries: 1 year
Memory: 16 MB
Cable length: 5 meters
Environmental rating: sensor: weatherproof and the mote: PCPBT, silicone rubber seal
