ML2 ThetaProbe Soil Moisture Sensor

 

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With the ThetaProbe it's easy to make reliable, accurate soil moisture measurements. Simply insert the probe into the soil, connect to your data logger or meter, provide 5-15V DC at 20mA, and within seconds you can be logging soil moisture.

ThetaProbes are robust, buriable and maintenance free. They can be easily installed at depth in the soil by inserting them into augered holes using the optional extension tubes.

 

 

 

 

Features
  • ±1% accuracy
  • Easy data logger connection (DC in DC out)
  • Excellent temperature and salinity stability
  • Dual purpose: either hand-held for spot readings or left
    in-situ for data logging
Specifications

Accuracy/Range
±0.05 m3/m3 (5%): 0 - 70°C, using “general” soil calibrations supplied. ±0.01 m3/m3 (1%): 0 - 40°C, after calibration to a specific soil type

Calibration
Not necessary for normal operation each sensor is factory calibrated for either organic or mineral soils

Response Time
Electrical: <0.5s to 99% of change

Environmental
Operates over -10 to +70°C without damage buriable up to 5m (15 ft.) deep in soil or water

Input/Output
Requires 5 - 15V d.c. at 15 mA (typical). Output range: 0-1V d.c. for 0-0.5 m3/m3 moisture

Dimensions
Rods 2.36 in. (60 mm), overall length 8.15 in. (207 mm) including pins