P2-142 Package: MicroCache and PAR-FAR Sensor with 30 cm Cable

This promotional package includes both an S2-141-SS PAR-FAR sensor with a 30 cm cable and microCache Bluetooth micro-logger at a special introductory price. When paired, these two devices are a powerful tool for monitoring photosynthetically active radiation with research-grade accuracy for optimal plant growth. The S2-141-SS PAR-FAR sensor is a unique two-channel sensor for measuring both the PAR (PPFD) and Far-red outputs of electric grow lights.

The new AT-100 microCache (µCache) micro-logger is a rugged, standalone, battery-powered device that can collect over 400,000 data points and connects your sensor to your iOS or Android device via Bluetooth using our free ApogeeConnect app. The app allows you to make real-time measurements, set custom datalogging intervals, monitor and graph daily lights integrals, assure photoperiods, download datasets, and more.

View Real-time Data
Transmits real-time data to iOS and Android devices using the Apogee Connect app

Datalogging Mode
Stores over 400,000 entries, (9 months of 1-minute data) with programmable sampling and logging intervals.

Warranty and Support
The µCache is backed by a 4 year warranty and outstanding customer support.

Rugged Housing
IP67 rated for harsh environments.

High Resolution Readings
Processor features a 24 bit analog-to-digital converter.

Specification

• Power Supply: Self-powered
• Output (sensitivity): 0.01 mV per µmol m⁻² s⁻¹ (PAR); 0.03 mV per µmol m⁻² s⁻¹ (Far-Red)
• Calibration Factor (reciprocal of sensitivity): 100 µmol m⁻² s⁻¹ per mV (PAR); 38 µmol m⁻² s⁻¹ per mV (Far-Red)
• Calibration Uncertainty: ± 5 %
• Output Range: 0 to 40 mV (PAR); 0 to 20 mV (Far-Red)
• Measurement Repeatability: Less than 1 %
• Long-term Drift: Less than 2 % per year
• Non-linearity: Less than 1 % (up to 4000 µmol m⁻² s⁻¹) (PAR); Less than 1 % (up to 1000 µmol m⁻² s⁻¹) (Far-Red)
• Response Time: Less than 1 ms
• Field of View: 180˚
• Spectral Ranges: 389 to 692 nm ± 5 nm (PAR); 700 to 750 nm ± 5 (Far-Red)
• Directional (Cosine) Response: ± 2 % at 45˚; ± 5 % at 75˚ zenith angle Temperature Response: Less than 0.1 % per C
• Housing: Anodized aluminum body with acrylic diffuser
• IP Rating: IP68
• Operating Environment: -40 to 70 C; 0 to 100 % relative humidity Dimensions: 30.5 mm diameter, 37 mm height
• Communication Protocol: Bluetooth® Low Energy (Bluetooth 4.0+) Bluetooth Range: ~45 m (line-of-sight)
• Data Logging Capability: Averaging Interval: 1-60 minutes; Sampling Interval: ≥ 1 second
• Data Log Capacity: Over 400,000 Entries (~9 months at a 1-minute logging interval)
• Time Accuracy: ± 30 seconds per month at 0° C ~ 70° C
• Battery Type: 2/3 AA 3.6 Volt Lithium
• Battery Battery Life: ~1 year w/ 10-second sampling interval and an average of 5 minutes daily connected time; ~2 years w/ 60-second sampling interval and an average of 5 minutes daily connected time Operating Environment: -40 to 85 C
• Dimensions: 66 mm length, 50 mm width, 18 mm height
• Weight: 52 g
• IP Rating: IP67
• Connector Type: M8
• Bluetooth Module: BMD-340 Contains FCC ID: 2AA9B10 IC: 12208A-10
• ADC Resolution: 24 bits
• Warranty: 4 years against defects in materials and workmanship
• Manufactured: Assembled in the USA