Soil Moisture, Temperature and Pore EC Sensor
A battery-powered IP66 wireless soil moisture, temperature, and pore EC sensor, range from 0 ~ 100% (m³/m³), -40 ~ 80℃, and 0 to 20 mS/cm(Bulk), 0 to 32 mS/cm(Pore) equipped with built-in Bluetooth and APP service for OTA configuration and remote device management. Used in smart farming, smart yard, and environment monitoring solutions.
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Compatible with Worldwide LoRaWAN® NetworksCompatible with different types of LoRaWAN® gateways to enable fast connection with LoRaWAN® networks (support the universal frequency plan from 863MHz ~928MHz).
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Long Range & Battery poweredUltra-wide-transmission range of 2km in urban scenes and 10km in line of sight scenes. Powered by easily replaceable standard Li-SOCl2 battery (type: ER34615) with Max.10 years of battery life.
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Designed to Use in Harsh Environments-40℃ ~ 85℃ operating temperature and IP66-rated enclosure, suitable for outdoor use, high UV exposure, heavy rain, dusty conditions, etc.
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Simple ConfigurationSenseCAP provides a no-code experience that enables users to finish configuration with 4 steps through SenseCraft App.
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High-performance GuaranteeAdvanced reliability tests ensure consistent performance throughout the complete lifecycle, including high-low temperature test, conformance test, waterproof test, freezing test, long-range communication test, and R&D production test.
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Multi-parameter MonitoringSimultaneously measures soil moisture (VWC), temperature, bulk electrical conductivity, and pore electrical conductivity for comprehensive soil analysis.
SenseCAP S2108 Soil Moisture, Temperature and Pore EC Sensor
A battery-powered IP66 wireless soil moisture, temperature, and pore EC sensor, range from 0 ~ 100% (m³/m³), -40 ~ 80℃, and 0 to 20 mS/cm(Bulk), 0 to 32 mS/cm(Pore) equipped with built-in Bluetooth and APP service for OTA configuration and remote device management. Used in smart farming, smart yard, and environment monitoring solutions.
Features
Compatible with Worldwide LoRaWAN® Networks: Compatible with different types of LoRaWAN® gateways to enable fast connection with LoRaWAN® networks (support the universal frequency plan from 863MHz ~928MHz).
Long Range & Battery powered: Ultra-wide-transmission range of 2km in urban scenes and 10km in line of sight scenes. Powered by easily replaceable standard Li-SOCl2 battery (type: ER34615) with Max.10 years of battery life.
Designed to Use in Harsh Environments: -40℃ ~ 85℃ operating temperature and IP66-rated enclosure, suitable for outdoor use, high UV exposure, heavy rain, dusty conditions, etc.
Simple Configuration: SenseCAP provides a no-code experience that enables users to finish configuration with 4 steps through SenseCraft App.
High-performance Guarantee
We are well aware that the sensors may work under harsh outdoor conditions. To ensure that the performance and durability of the sensors are consistent with their specifications throughout the complete lifecycle, SenseCAP S210X went through 6 reliability tests before releasing and met the requirements to perform perfectly in extreme conditions.
• High-Low Temperature Test - determine performance under adverse temperature conditions.
• Conformance Test - whether the collected values of multiple devices are consistent
• Waterproof Test
• Freezing Test
• Long-Range Communication Test - whether the device loses packets under long-distance transmission
• R&D and Production Test - to test the pass rate of multiple devices under factory conditions
• Conformance Test - whether the collected values of multiple devices are consistent
• Waterproof Test
• Freezing Test
• Long-Range Communication Test - whether the device loses packets under long-distance transmission
• R&D and Production Test - to test the pass rate of multiple devices under factory conditions
Applications
Agriculture Irrigation: Monitor soil moisture levels to optimize irrigation schedules and water usage efficiency.
Greenhouse Management: Track soil conditions for optimal plant growth and automated greenhouse control systems.
Garden Planting: Provide real-time soil monitoring for home gardening and landscaping applications.
Smart Farming Solutions: Integrate with IoT platforms for precision agriculture and data-driven farming decisions.
Environmental Monitoring: Long-term environmental research and ecosystem monitoring applications.
Technical Advantages
Multi-parameter Sensing: Simultaneously measures soil moisture (VWC - Volumetric Water Content): 0 to 100%, soil temperature: -40 to +80°C, electrical conductivity (Bulk EC): 0 to 20 mS/cm, and electrical conductivity (Pore EC): 0 to 32 mS/cm.
Wireless Connectivity: LoRaWAN v1.0.3 Class A protocol support, built-in Bluetooth for configuration, long-range communication up to 10km line-of-sight, and universal frequency plan support (863MHz ~ 928MHz).
Robust Design: IP66 weatherproof rating, operating temperature range: -40°C to +85°C, 610g device weight with 5-meter cable, and standard D-size SOCl2 battery with up to 10 years life.
Easy Deployment: No-code configuration through SenseCraft App, OTA (Over-The-Air) updates and remote management, 4-step setup process, and replaceable battery design for field maintenance.
Soil Temperature
| Parameter | Specification |
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| Range | -40 to +80 ℃ |
| Accuracy | ±0.5 ℃ |
| Resolution | 0.1 ℃ |
Soil Moisture (VWC-Volumetric Water Content)
| Parameter | Specification |
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| Range | 0 to 100% |
| Accuracy | 0 to 50%: ±2% 50 to 100%: ±3% |
| Resolution | 0 to 50%: 0.03% 50 to 100%: 1% |
Electrical Conductivity (Bulk EC)
| Parameter | Specification |
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| Range | 0 to 20 mS/cm |
| Accuracy | 0 to 10 mS/cm: ±3% 10 to 20 mS/cm: ±5% |
| Resolution | 0.01mS/cm |
Electrical Conductivity (Pore EC)
| Parameter | Specification |
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| Range | 0 to 32 mS/cm |
| Accuracy | Calculation by the Hilhorst model is for reference only |
| Resolution | 0.01mS/cm |
General Parameters
| Parameter | Specification |
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| Product Model | S2108 |
| Microcontroller | Wio-E5 |
| Support Protocol | LoRaWAN v1.0.3 Class A |
| Built-in Bluetooth | App Tool to change parameters |
| LoRaWAN Channel Plan | IN865/EU868/US915/AU915/AS923/KR920/RU864 |
| Max Transmitted Power | 19dBm |
| Sensitivity | -136dBm@SF12 BW=125KHz |
| Communication Distance | 2 to 10 km (depending on gateway antenna and environments) |
| IP Rating | IP66 |
| Operating Temperature | -40 to +85 °C |
| Operating Humidity | 0 to 100 %RH (non-condensing) |
| Device Weight | 610g |
| Cable Length | 5 meters (The connector in the cable is used to separate the probe for easy installation) |
| Certification | CE / FCC / RoHS / TELEC |
Battery (Contained in equipment)
| Parameter | Specification |
|---|---|
| Battery Life | Up to 10 years** |
| Battery Capacity | 19Ah (non-rechargeable) |
| Battery Type | Standard D-size SOCl2 Battery |
Product Introduction
User Manual
Product Design
Certification
Others
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