SM-600 ePAR Guardian CEA Multi-Sensor Monitor

The Apogee Guardian is a sleek device that provides accurate measurements of important indoor environmental parameters. The SM-600 is an easy-to-use data logger with multiple built-in sensors to measure extended PAR, air temperature, humidity, vapor pressure deficit and dew point, CO2 concentration, barometric pressure, and photoperiod* and daily light integral (*accessible via Bluetooth only). Graphical summaries of these measurements can be downloaded to the data loggers via Modbus or smartphones via Bluetooth with the Apogee Connect app (iOS/Android). While the SM-600 can take measurements as a stand-alone device mounted on a mast (AM-270, coming soon) or suspended from thin cables, it can also be integrated into systems for greenhouses, grow rooms, and vertical farms via Modbus or Bluetooth.

The SM-600 is constructed of high-grade ASA plastic with low thermal conductivity and a gloss white finish in selective areas to reduce emissivity. The Guardian is foam-filled to provide additional thermal insulation. The internal air duct uses a small Venturi constriction to maximize airflow efficiency over the thermistor, minimizing the influence of the thermal boundary layer on temperature measurements. At the same time, a separate module used to measure CO2, humidity, and pressure is drawn in by a passive low-velocity air stream using a “fluid drag” principle. In addition, an extended quantum sensor is mounted on top of the shield to measure ePAR.

The Guardian comes in two model versions: SM-500 and SM-600. The models are identical in all aspects (size, function, and appearance) except for the built-in light sensor. The SM-600 sensor measures extended photosynthetically active radiation (ePAR), which includes far-red photons, while the SM-500 does not. For the PAR option, see our SM-500 model.

Depending on the package selected, there are different cable types and lengths available:

L-5: includes a 5-meter flexible cable
L-10: includes a 10-meter flexible cable (+$25)
L-20: includes a 20-meter flexible cable (+$50)
AC: includes a 5-meter power-only USB cable and an AC adapter

Specification

• Calibration Uncertainty: ± 5 %
• Long-term drift (non-stability): Less than 2 % per year
• Measurement Repeatability: Less than 0.5 %
• Measurement Range: 0 to 4000 µmol m-2 s-1
• Spectral Range: 383 to 757 nm
• Field of View: 180° Directional
• Response: ± 5 % at 75° zenith angles
• Azimuth Angle: Less than 0.5 %
• Tilt Error: Less than 0.5 %
• Non-linearity: Less than 1 % (up to 4000 µmol m-2 s-1)
• Response Time: Less than 1 ms
• Temperature Response: -0.11 % ± 0.04 % per C
• Uncertainty in Daily Total: Less than 5 %
• Operating Environment: -40 to 60 C with 0 to 95 % relative humidity Housing: White ASA housing CO2
• Range: 0-2000; ± 50 ppm + 2 %
• Temperature: ± 0.2 C Humidity Range 0-95 %; ± 3 % 20-80 %
• Vapor Pressure Deficit (25 C): ± 0.08 kPa
• Barometric Pressure: 70 to 110 kPa
• Connectivity: Modbus (RS232 and RS485) and Bluetooth Power Requirements: 5-32 V DC; Typical: 100 mA; Peak: 500 mA
• Data Storage Capacity :9 months of 1 min data
• IP Rating: IP54 rating for harsh environments
• Dimensions: 6.2 x 4.2 inches
• Mass: 392 g
• Cable: 6 conductor, shielded wire with TPR jacket and M8 connector (available in 5, 10, and 20 m lengths; 5 V 1A USB power adapter and 5 m USB to M8 connector cable)
• Warranty: 4 years against defects in materials and workmanship
• Manufactured: Assembled in the USA