RXW-GP3A-868 HOBOnet Multi-Depth Soil Moisture Sensor

Overview

An award-winning wireless sensor that works with the HOBOnet system to measure soil moisture and soil temperature at multiple depths with a single probe for fast and easy installation. This durable sensor is available in three probes lengths, for measurements up to 90 cm (35 in) deep.

Featuring GroPoint's TDT5 technology with patented antenna design, this sensor measures soil moisture along the entire length of each probe segment, resulting in the largest volume of influence per measurement section. A high frequency of pulses per measurement provides precise and consistent soil moisture data.

We recommend using the optional pilot rod and slide hammer for quick and easy installation: the PILOT-ROD4 (28") for use with the 3-segment and 4-segment sensors (RXW-GP3A and RXW-GP4A) and the PILOT-ROD6 (40") for use with the 6-segment sensor (RXW-GP6A).

The HOBOnet system is a cost-effective and scalable wireless sensor network for web-enabled monitoring of field conditions for applications such as crop management, research, and greenhouse operations. And because it's wireless, you can deploy a network of sensors to easily monitor multiple points with a single system, while avoiding the risk of long cables that can interfere with field operations. Sensors are easily linked to the network, and data can be accessed through HOBOlink, Onset's innovative cloud software platform.

Features

Sensor Features

• Available in three probe lengths: 45 cm (18 in), 60 cm (24 in), and 90 cm (35 in)
     
• Soil moisture measurements over entire probe segment lengths
     
• Soil temperature measurements at multiple points
     
• Largest volume of influence per measurement (2 L volume of influence per 15 cm segment)
     
• Advanced filtering of 400,000 pulses per measurement eliminates outlying readings and provides precise, repeatable soil moisture data
     
• Polycarbonate housing and epoxy-sealed circuit board protect vital components during installation and throughout deployment
     
• Easy installation with minimal soil disturbance, and no digging required when using the optional pilot rod and slide hammer
  
  

Wireless Features

• Sub-GHz wireless mesh self-healing technology
     
• 450 to 600 meter (1,500 to 2,000 feet) wireless range and up to five hops
     
• Up to 50 wireless sensors or 336 data channels per one HOBO RX station
     
• Simple button-push to join the HOBOnet wireless network
     
• Onboard memory to ensure no data loss
     
• Powered by rechargeable AA batteries and built-in solar panel