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INDEX
1. General....................................................................................................................................7
1.1. General and safety information....................................................................................................... 7
1.2. Conditions of use............................................................................................................................... 8
2. Introduction...........................................................................................................................9
3. Sensors..................................................................................................................................10
3.1. Internal sensors............................................................................................................................... 10
3.1.1. Accelerometer......................................................................................................................10
3.2. Sensor probes.................................................................................................................................. 13
4. Smart Enviroment PRO.......................................................................................................14
4.2. Temperature, Humidity and Pressure Sensor Probe.................................................................. 16
4.3. Ultrasound sensor probe (MaxSonar® from MaxBotix™).......................................................... 17
4.4. Luminosity sensor probe (Luxes accuracy)................................................................................... 20
4.5. Carbon Monoxide (CO) Gas sensor probe for high concentrations [Calibrated]..................... 21
4.6. Carbon Monoxide (CO) Gas sensor probe for low concentrations [Calibrated]...................... 22
4.7. Carbon Dioxide (CO2) Gas Sensor [Calibrated]............................................................................. 23
4.8. Molecular Oxygen (O2) Gas Sensor probe [Calibrated]............................................................... 24
4.9. Ozone (O3) Gas Sensor probe [Calibrated]................................................................................... 25
4.10. Nitric Oxide (NO) Gas Sensor Probe for high concentrations [Calibrated]............................. 26
4.11. Nitric Oxide (NO) Gas Sensor Probe for low concentrations [Calibrated].............................. 27
4.12. Nitric Dioxide (NO2) Gas Sensor probe [Calibrated].................................................................. 28
4.13. Nitric Dioxide (NO2) high accuracy Gas Sensor Probe [Calibrated]......................................... 29
4.14. Sulfur Dioxide (SO2) Gas Sensor probe [Calibrated].................................................................. 30
4.15. Sulfur Dioxide (SO2) high accuracy Gas Sensor Probe
[Calibrated].............................................................................................................................................. 31
4.16. Ammonia (NH3) for low concentrations Gas Sensor
probe [Calibrated]................................................................................................................................... 32
4.17. Ammonia (NH3) Gas Sensor Probe for high concentrations [Calibrated]............................... 33
4.18. Methane (CH4) and Combustible Gas Sensor probe [Calibrated]............................................ 34
4.19. Molecular Hydrogen (H2) Gas Sensor probe [Calibrated]......................................................... 35
4.20. Hydrogen Sulfide (H2S) Gas Sensor probe [Calibrated]............................................................ 36
4.21. Hydrogen Chloride (HCl) Gas Sensor probe [Calibrated].......................................................... 37
4.22. Hydrogen Cyanide (HCN) Gas Sensor Probe [Calibrated]......................................................... 38
4.23. Phosphine (PH3) Gas Sensor probe [Calibrated]........................................................................ 39
4.24. Ethylene Oxide (ETO) Gas Sensor probe [Calibrated]............................................................... 40
4.25. Chlorine (Cl2) Gas Sensor probe [Calibrated]............................................................................. 41
4.26. Important notes for Calibrated Sensors..................................................................................... 42
4.27. Particle Matter (PM1 / PM2.5 / PM10) - Dust Sensor................................................................. 43
4.27.1. Particle matter: the parameter.........................................................................................44
4.27.2. Measurement process.......................................................................................................44
4.27.3. Installing the Sensor Probe...............................................................................................45
5. Smart Security......................................................................................................................47
5.1. General description......................................................................................................................... 47
5.2. Temperature, Humidity and Pressure Sensor Probe.................................................................. 49
5.3. Ultrasound sensor probe (MaxSonar® from MaxBotix™).......................................................... 50
5.4. Luminosity sensor probe (Luxes accuracy)................................................................................... 52
5.5. Relay Input-Output (Max: 30VDC, 1A)............................................................................................ 53
5.5.1. Specifications........................................................................................................................53
5.5.2. Precautions for Safe Use.....................................................................................................53
5.5.3. Introduction..........................................................................................................................53
5.6. Relay Input-Output in Waspmote Plug & Sense!.......................................................................... 54
5.7. Liquid Flow sensor probes (FS100A, FS200A, FS300A, FS400, YF-S401 and YF-G1)................. 55
5.8. Presence sensor (PIR) probe........................................................................................................... 56
5.9. Liquid Level sensor probe............................................................................................................... 57
5.10. Liquid Presence sensor probe (Point)......................................................................................... 58
5.11. Liquid Presence sensor probe (Line)........................................................................................... 58
5.12. Hall Effect sensor probe................................................................................................................ 58
6. Smart Water.........................................................................................................................59
6.1. General description......................................................................................................................... 59
6.2. Soil/Water Temperature (Pt-1000) sensor probe......................................................................... 60
6.3. Conductivity sensor probe.............................................................................................................. 61
6.4. Dissolved Oxygen sensor probe.................................................................................................... 61
6.5. pH sensor probe.............................................................................................................................. 62
6.6. Oxidation-reduction potential sensor probe................................................................................ 62
6.7. Turbidity sensor probe.................................................................................................................... 63
6.7.1. Turbidity: the parameter.....................................................................................................63
7. Smart Water Xtreme...........................................................................................................64
7.1. General description......................................................................................................................... 64
7.2. Optical dissolved oxygen and temperature OPTOD sensor probe........................................... 66
7.2.1. Specifications.......................................................................................................................66
7.3.1. Specifications........................................................................................................................69
7.4. Conductivity, salinity and temperature C4E sensor probe......................................................... 70
7.4.1. Specifications........................................................................................................................71
7.5. Inductive conductivity, salinity and temperature CTZN sensor probe...................................... 72
7.5.1. Specifications........................................................................................................................73
7.6. Turbidity and temperature NTU sensor probe............................................................................ 74
Index
7.7. Suspended solids, turbidity, sludge blanket and temperature MES5 sensor probe............... 76
7.7.1. Specifications........................................................................................................................77
7.8. Temperature, Humidity and Pressure Sensor Probe.................................................................. 78
7.9. Luminosity sensor probe (Luxes accuracy)................................................................................... 79
7.10. Ultrasound sensor probe (MaxSonar® from MaxBotix™)........................................................ 80
7.11. Eureka Manta multi sensor probe............................................................................................... 81
7.11.1. Common specifications.....................................................................................................81
7.11.2. Fluorometer Chlorophyll...................................................................................................82
7.11.3. Fluorometer Phycocyanin (freshwater BGA)..................................................................82
7.11.4. Fluorometer Phycoerythrin (marine BGA)......................................................................82
7.11.5. Fluorometer CDOM / FDOM.............................................................................................82
7.11.6. Ion selective electrode – Ammonium..............................................................................82
7.11.7. Ion selective electrode – Nitrate.......................................................................................82
7.11.8. Ion selective electrode – Chloride....................................................................................83
7.11.9. Ion selective electrode – Sodium.....................................................................................83
7.11.10. Ion selective electrode – Calcium...................................................................................83
8. Smart Water Ions.................................................................................................................84
8.1. General description......................................................................................................................... 84
8.2. Soil/Water Temperature (Pt-1000) sensor probe......................................................................... 87
8.3. Reference probes............................................................................................................................. 88
8.4. Ion sensors....................................................................................................................................... 89
8.5. pH sensor (for Smart Water Ions).................................................................................................. 89
8.6. PRO Ion Sensors.............................................................................................................................. 90
9. Smart Cities PRO..................................................................................................................92
9.1. General description......................................................................................................................... 92
9.2. Noise / Sound Level Sensor sensor probe................................................................................... 95
9.2.1. Specifations of the Noise Level Sensor probe..................................................................95
9.2.2. Specifications of the enclosure...........................................................................................95
9.2.3. Calibration tests...................................................................................................................95
9.3. Smart environment PRO sensors................................................................................................... 96
9.4. Important notes for Calibrated Sensors....................................................................................... 97
10. Smart Parking.....................................................................................................................98
10.1. General description....................................................................................................................... 98
11. Smart Agriculture..............................................................................................................99
11.1. General description....................................................................................................................... 99
11.2. Temperature, Humidity and Pressure Sensor Probe..............................................................102
11.3. Ultrasound sensor probe (MaxSonar® from MaxBotix™)......................................................104
11.4. Luminosity sensor probe (Luxes accuracy)..............................................................................106
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11.5. Soil temperature (DS18B20) sensor probe..............................................................................107
11.6. Soil moisture sensor probe........................................................................................................107
11.7. Weather station WS-3000 probe................................................................................................109
11.8. Leaf Wetness sensor probe........................................................................................................111
11.9. Soil/Water Temperature (Pt-1000) sensor probe.....................................................................111
11.10. Solar Radiation sensor probe...................................................................................................112
11.11. Dendrometer sensor probe.....................................................................................................114
12. Smart Agriculture Xtreme..............................................................................................116
12.1. General description.....................................................................................................................116
12.2. Non-contact surface temperature measurement sensor probe (Apogee SI-411)...............118
12.2.1. Specifications................................................................................................................... 118
12.3. Leaf and flower bud temperature sensor probe (Apogee SF-421)........................................119
12.3.1. Specifications................................................................................................................... 119
12.4. Soil oxygen level sensor probe (Apogee SO-411)....................................................................120
12.4.1. Specifications................................................................................................................... 121
12.5. Shortwave radiation sensor probe (Apogee SP-510)...............................................................122
12.5.1. Specifications................................................................................................................... 122
12.6. Solar Radiation sensor probe.....................................................................................................123
12.7. Ultraviolet radiation sensor probe for Smart Agriculture Xtreme (Apogee SU-100)...........125
12.7.1. Specifications................................................................................................................... 126
12.8. Temperature, Humidity and Pressure Sensor Probe..............................................................127
12.9. Conductivity, water content and soil temperature GS3 sensor probe (Decagon GS3).......128
12.9.1. Specifications................................................................................................................... 129
12.10. Conductivity, water content and soil temperature 5TE sensor probe (Decagon 5TE)......130
12.10.1. Specifications................................................................................................................. 131
12.11. Soil temperature and volumetric water content sensor probe (Decagon 5TM)................132
12.11.1. Specifications................................................................................................................. 133
12.12. Soil water potential sensor probe (Decagon MPS-6).............................................................134
12.12.1. Specifications................................................................................................................. 135
12.13. Vapor pressure, temperature, barometric pressure and relative humidity sensor (Decagon
VP-4)........................................................................................................................................................136
12.13.1. Specifications................................................................................................................. 137
12.14. Leaf wetness Phytos 31 sensor probe (Decagon Phytos 31)................................................141
12.14.1. Specifications................................................................................................................. 141
12.15. Dendrometer sensor probes for Smart Agriculture Xtreme (Ecomatik DC2, DD-S and DF)...
142
12.15.1. Ecomatik DC2 specifications (Trunk diameter)......................................................... 142
12.15.2. Ecomatik DD-S specifications (Stem diameter)......................................................... 143
12.15.3. Ecomatik DF specifications (Fruit diameter).............................................................. 143
12.16. Weather station sensor probes (Gill Instruments MaxiMet series).....................................144
12.16.1. MaxiMet GMX-100 (PO) sensor probe........................................................................ 145
12.16.2. MaxiMet GMX-300 (T-H-AP) sensor probe................................................................. 145
12.16.3. MaxiMet GMX-200 (W) sensor probe.......................................................................... 146
12.16.4. MaxiMet GMX-240 (W-PO) sensor probe................................................................... 147
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12.16.5. MaxiMet GMX-300 (T-H-AP) sensor probe................................................................. 148
12.16.6. MaxiMet GMX-301 (T-H-AP-R) sensor probe.............................................................. 148
12.16.7. MaxiMet GMX-400 (PO-T-H-AP) sensor probe........................................................... 149
12.16.8. MaxiMet GMX-500 (W-T-H-AP) sensor probe............................................................ 149
12.16.9. MaxiMet GMX-501 (W-T-H-AP-R) sensor probe......................................................... 150
12.16.10. 12.17.10 MaxiMet GMX-531 (W-PT-T-H-AP-R) sensor probe................................ 151
12.16.11. MaxiMet GMX-541 (W-PO-T-H-AP-R) sensor probe................................................ 152
12.16.12. MaxiMet GMX-550 (W-x-T-H-AP) sensor probe....................................................... 153
12.16.13. MaxiMet GMX-551 (W-x-T-H-AP-R) sensor probe.................................................... 154
12.16.14. MaxiMet GMX-600 (W-PO-T-H-AP) sensor probe ................................................... 155
12.16.15. Specification for each weather station sensor........................................................ 156
12.17. Solar radiation and temperature Datasol MET probe (Atersa Datasol MET).....................158
12.17.1. Specifications................................................................................................................. 158
12.18. Luminosity sensor (AMS TSL2561)...........................................................................................159
12.18.1. Specifications................................................................................................................. 159
12.19. Ultrasound sensor probe (Maxbotix MB7040).......................................................................160
12.19.1. Specifications................................................................................................................. 160
13. Ambient Control...............................................................................................................161
13.1. General description.....................................................................................................................161
13.2. Temperature, Humidity and Pressure Sensor Probe..............................................................163
13.3. Luminosity (LDR) sensor probe..................................................................................................164
13.4. Luminosity sensor probe (Luxes accuracy)..............................................................................165
13.5. Comparative between Light and Luminosity sensor...............................................................166
14. Radiation Control.............................................................................................................167
14.1. General description.....................................................................................................................167
15. 4-20 mA Current Loop......................................................................................................168
15.1. Terminal box probe.....................................................................................................................169
15.2. DB9 probe.....................................................................................................................................169
16. Documentation changelog.............................................................................................170
17. Certifications....................................................................................................................171
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1. General
Important:
All documents and any examples they contain are provided as-is and are subject to change without notice. Except
to the extent prohibited by law, Libelium makes no express or implied representation or warranty of any kind with
regard to the documents, and specifically disclaims the implied warranties and conditions of merchantability and
fitness for a particular purpose.
The information on Libelium’s websites has been included in good faith for general informational purposes only.
It should not be relied upon for any specific purpose and no representation or warranty is given as to its accuracy
or completeness.
1.1. General and safety information
••
In this section, the term “Waspmote” encompasses both the Waspmote device itself and its modules and
sensor boards.
••
Read through the document “General Conditions of Libelium Sale and Use”.
••
Do not allow contact of metallic objects with the electronic part to avoid injuries and burns.
••
NEVER submerge the device in any liquid.
••
Keep the device in a dry place and away from any liquid which may spill.
••
Waspmote consists of highly sensitive electronics which is accessible to the exterior, handle with great care
and avoid bangs or hard brushing against surfaces.
••
Check the product specifications section for the maximum allowed power voltage and amperage range and
consequently always use a current transformer and a battery which works within that range. Libelium is only
responsible for the correct operation of the device with the batteries, power supplies and chargers which it
supplies.
••
Keep the device within the specified range of temperatures in the specifications section.
••
Do not connect or power the device with damaged cables or batteries.
••
Place the device in a place only accessible to maintenance personnel (a restricted area).
••
Keep children away from the device in all circumstances.
••
If there is an electrical failure, disconnect the main switch immediately and disconnect that battery or any
other power supply that is being used.
••
If using a car lighter as a power supply, be sure to respect the voltage and current data specified in the “Power
Supplies” section.
••
If using a battery in combination or not with a solar panel as a power supply, be sure to use the voltage and
current data specified in the “Power supplies” section.
••
If a software or hardware failure occurs, consult the Libelium Web Development section
••
Check that the frequency and power of the communication radio modules together with the integrated
antennas are allowed in the area where you want to use the device.
••
Waspmote is a device to be integrated in a casing so that it is protected from environmental conditions such
as light, dust, humidity or sudden changes in temperature. The board supplied “as is” is not recommended for
a final installation as the electronic components are open to the air and may be damaged.
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1.2. Conditions of use
••
Read the “General and Safety Information” section carefully and keep the manual for future consultation.
••
Use Waspmote in accordance with the electrical specifications and the environment described in the “Electrical
Data” section of this manual.
••
Waspmote and its components and modules are supplied as electronic boards to be integrated within a final
product. This product must contain an enclosure to protect it from dust, humidity and other environmental
interactions. In the event of outside use, this enclosure must be rated at least IP-65.
••
Do not place Waspmote in contact with metallic surfaces; they could cause short-circuits which will permanently
damage it.
Further information you may need can be found at: http://www.libelium.com/development/plug-sense
The “General Conditions of Libelium Sale and Use” document can be found at:
http://www.libelium.com/development/plug-sense/technical_service/
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2. Introduction
In this document, all the possible configurations of the Plug & Sense! line are described, including a general
description of all the possible applications and the technical specifications of the sensors associated to each one
of them.
For a deep description of the characteristics of the Plug & Sense! line, please refer to the Waspmote Plug & Sense!
Technical Guide. You can find it, along with other useful information such as the Waspmote and Sensor boards
technical and programming guides, in the Development section of the Libelium website at http://www.libelium.com/
development/plug-sense
For detailed info about sensors or probes we do NOT recommend this Guide, but the dedicated guide for the
sensor board. Example: if you have a Plug & Sense! Smart Cities PRO, we advise reading the Smart Cities PRO
Technical Guide.
Note that no code for reading the sensors has been included in this guide. For programming the Waspmote Plug
& Sense! notes, please use the default examples provided for each sensor, available at: http://www.libelium.com/
development/plug-sense/examples/
Figure: Waspmote Plug & Sense! line
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3. Sensors
Figure: Image of Waspmote Plug & Sense!
3.1. Internal sensors
3.1.1. Accelerometer
Waspmote has a built-in acceleration sensor LIS3331LDH, by STMicroelectronics, which informs the mote of
acceleration variations experienced on each one of the 3 axes (X,Y, Z).
The integration of this sensor allows the measurement of acceleration on the 3 axes (X, Y, Z), establishing 4 kinds
of events: Free Fall, inertial wake up, 6D movement and 6D position which are explained in the Interruption
Programming Guide.
Figure: Accelerometer
The LIS331DLH has dynamically user-selectable full scales of ±2g/±4g/±8g and it is capable of measuring
accelerations with output data rates from 0.5 Hz to 1 kHz.
The device features ultra low-power operational modes that allow advanced power saving and smart sleep to
wake-up functions.
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The accelerometer has several power modes, the output data rate (ODR) will depend on the power mode selected.
The power modes and output data rates are shown in this table:
Power mode
Output data rate (Hz)
Power down
--
Normal mode
1000
Low-power 1
0.5
Low-power 2
1
Low-power 3
2
Low-power 4
5
Low-power 5
10
This accelerometer has an auto-test capability that allows the user to check the functioning of the sensor in the
final application. Its operational temperature range is between -40 ºC and +85 ºC.
The accelerometer communicates with the microcontroller through the I2C interface. The pins that are used for
this task are the SCL pin and the SDA pin, as well as another interruption pin to generate the interruptions.
The accelerometer has 4 types of event which can generate an interrupt: free fall, inertial wake up, 6D movement
and 6D position.
These thresholds and times are set in the WaspACC.h file.
To show the ease of programming, an extract of code about how to get the accelerometer values is included
below:
{
ACC.ON();
ACC.getX();
ACC.getY();
ACC.getZ();
}
Some figures with possible uses of the accelerometer are shown below:
Rotation and twist:
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Free fall of objects in which it is installed:
Crash:
More information about interruptions generated by the accelerometer can be found in the chapter “Interruptions”
and in the Interruption Programming Guide.
Related API libraries: WaspACC.h, WaspACC.cpp
All information about their programming and operation can be found in the Accelerometer Programming Guide.
All the documentation is located in the Development section in the Libelium website.
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3.2. Sensor probes
All sensing capabilities of Waspmote Plug & Sense! are provided by sensor probes. Each sensor probe contains one
sensor, some necessary protections against outdoor environmental conditions and a waterproof male connector.
The standard length of a sensor probe is about 150 mm, including waterproof connector, but it could vary due to
some sensors need special dimensions. Weight of a standard probe rounds 20 g, but there are some special cases
where this weight can rise.
Sensor probes are designed to be used in vertical position (with the sensor looking to the ground). In this position,
the protection cap of each sensor probe is effective against rain.
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4. Smart Enviroment PRO
4.1. Smart Environment PRO
The Smart Environment PRO model has been created as an evolution of Smart Environment. It enables the user
to implement pollution, air quality, industrial, environmental or farming projects with high requirements in terms
of high accuracy, reliability and measurement range as the sensors come calibrated from factory.
Figure: Smart Environment PRO Waspmote Plug & Sense! model
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Sensor sockets are configured as shown in the figure below.
Sensor
Socket
Sensor probes allowed for each sensor socket
Parameter
Reference
Carbon Monoxide (CO) for low concentrations [Calibrated]
9371-LC-P
Carbon Dioxide (CO2) [Calibrated]
9372-P
Oxygen (O2) [Calibrated]
9373-P
Ozone (O3) [Calibrated]
9374-P
Nitric Oxide (NO) for low concentrations [Calibrated]
9375-LC-P
Nitric Dioxide (NO2) high accuracy [Calibrated]
9376-HA-P
Sulfur Dioxide (SO2) high accuracy [Calibrated]
9377-HA-P
Ammonia (NH3) for low concentrations [Calibrated]
9378-LC-P
Ammonia (NH3) for high concentrations [Calibrated]
9378-HC-P
Methane (CH4) and Combustible Gas [Calibrated]
9379-P
Hydrogen (H2) [Calibrated]
9380-P
Hydrogen Sulfide (H2S) [Calibrated]
9381-P
Hydrogen Chloride (HCl) [Calibrated]
9382-P
Hydrogen Cyanide (HCN) [Calibrated]
9383-P
Phosphine (PH3) [Calibrated]
9384-P
Ethylene (ETO) [Calibrated]
9385-P
Chlorine (Cl2) [Calibrated]
9386-P
D
Particle Matter (PM1 / PM2.5 / PM10) - Dust
9387-P
E
Temperature, humidity and pressure
9370-P
Luminosity (Luxes accuracy)
9325-P
Ultrasound (distance measurement)
9246-P
Figure: Sensor sockets configuration for Smart Environment PRO model
Note: For more technical information about each sensor probe go to the Development section on the Libelium website.
Calibrated gas sensors are manufactured once the order has been placed to ensure maximum durability of the
calibration feature. The manufacturing process and delivery may take from 4 to 6 weeks. The lifetime of calibrated
gas sensors is 6 months working at maximum accuracy. We strongly encourage our customers to buy extra gas
sensors to replace the original ones after that time to ensure maximum accuracy and performance.
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4.2. Temperature, Humidity and Pressure Sensor Probe
The BME280 is a digital temperature, humidity and atmospheric pressure sensor developed by Bosch Sensortec.
Specifications
Electrical characteristics
Supply voltage: 3.3 V
Sleep current typical: 0.1 μA
Sleep current maximum: 0.3 μA
Temperature sensor
Operational range: -40 ~ +85 ºC
Full accuracy range: 0 ~ +65 ºC
Accuracy: ±1 ºC (range 0 ºC ~ +65 ºC)
Response time: 1.65 seconds (63% response from +30 to +125 °C).
Typical consumption: 1 μA measuring
Humidity sensor
Measurement range: 0 ~ 100% of relative humidity (for temperatures < 0 °C and > 60 °C see figure below)
Accuracy: < ±3% RH (at 25 ºC, range 20 ~ 80%)
Hysteresis: ±1% RH
Operating temperature: -40 ~ +85 ºC
Response time (63% of step 90% to 0% or 0% to 90%): 1 second
Typical consumption: 1.8 μA measuring
Maximum consumption: 2.8 μA measuring
Figure: Humidity sensor operating range
Pressure sensor
Measurement range: 30 ~ 110 kPa
Operational temperature range: -40 ~ +85 ºC
Full accuracy temperature range: 0 ~ +65 ºC
Absolute accuracy: ±0.1 kPa (0 ~ 65 ºC)
Typical consumption: 2.8 μA measuring
Maximum consumption: 4.2 μA measuring
Figure: Image of the Temperature, Hu-
midity and Pressure Sensor Probe
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4.3. Ultrasound sensor probe (MaxSonar® from MaxBo-
tix™)
I2CXL-MaxSonar®-MB7040™
Operation frequency: 42 kHz
Maximum detection distance: 765 cm
Interface: Digital bus
Power supply: 3.3 V ~ 5 V
Consumption (average): 2.1 mA (powered at 3.3 V) – 3.2 mA (powered at 5
V)
Consumption (peak): 50 mA (powered at 3.3 V) – 100 mA (powered at 5 V)
Usage: Indoors and outdoors (IP-67)
A
1.72” dia.
43.8 mm dia.
B
2.00”
50.7 mm
C
0.58”
14.4 mm
D
0.31”
7.9 mm
E
0.18”
4.6 mm
F
0.1”
2.54 mm
G
3/4” National Pipe Thread Straight
H
1.032” dia.
26.2 dia.
I
1.37”
34.8 mm
weight: 1.76 oz. ; 50 grams
Figure: Ultrasonic I2CXL-MaxSonar®-MB7040 sensor dimensions
In the figure below we can see a diagram of the detection range of the sensor developed using different detection
patterns (a 0.63 cm diameter dowel for diagram A, a 2.54 cm diameter dowel for diagram B, an 8.25 cm diameter
rod for diagram C and a 28 cm wide board for diagram D):
Figure: Ultrasonic I2CXL-MaxSonar®-MB7040 from MaxBotix™
sensor
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Figure: Diagram of the sensor beam extracted from the data sheet of the XL-MaxSonar®-WRA1™ sensor from MaxBotix
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Figure: Image of configurations of the ultrasound sensor probe
As we see in the figure, the ultrasound sensor probe may be placed in different positions. The sensor can be
focused directly to the point we want to measure.
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4.4. Luminosity sensor probe (Luxes accuracy)
Sensor specifications (Luxes accuracy)
Dynamic range: 0.1 to 40000 Lux
Spectral range: 300 – 1100 nm
Voltage range: 2.7 – 3.6 V
Operating temperature: -30 ºC to +80 ºC
Typical consumption: 0.24 mA
Maximum consumption: 0.6 mA
Usage: Indoors and outdoors
This is a light-to-digital converter that transforms light intensity into a digital signal output. This device combines
one broadband photo-diode (visible plus infrared) and one infrared-responding photo-diode on a single CMOS
integrated circuit capable of providing a near-photopic response over an effective 20-bit dynamic range (16-bit
resolution). Two integrating ADCs convert the photo-diode currents to a digital output that represents the irradiance
measured on each channel. This digital output in lux is derived using an empirical formula to approximate the
human eye response.
Figure: Image of the Luminosity sensor probe (Luxes accuracy)
Figure: Image of the Luminosity sensor probe (Luxes accuracy)
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4.5. Carbon Monoxide (CO) Gas sensor probe for high
concentrations [Calibrated]
Specifications
Gas: CO
Sensor: 4-CO-500
Performance Characteristics
Nominal Range: 0 to 500 ppm
Maximum Overload: 2000 ppm
Long Term Output Drift: < 2% signal/month
Response Time (T90): ≤ 30 seconds
Sensitivity: 70 ± 15 nA/ppm
Accuracy: as good as ±1 ppm* (ideal conditions)
Operation Conditions
Temperature Range: -20 ºC to 50 ºC
Operating Humidity: 15 to 90% RH non-condensing
Pressure Range: 90 to 110 kPa
Storage Temperature: 0 ºC to 20 ºC
Expected Operating Life: 5 years in air
Average consumption: less than 1 mA
* Accuracy values are only given for the optimum case. Read the Gases PRO Technical Guide for more details.
Calibrated gas sensors are manufactured once the order has been placed to ensure maximum durability of the
calibration feature. The manufacturing process and delivery may take from 4 to 6 weeks. The lifetime of calibrated
gas sensors is 6 months working at maximum accuracy. We strongly encourage our customers to buy extra gas
sensors to replace the original ones after that time to ensure maximum accuracy and performance.
Figure: Image of the Carbon Monoxide Sensor Probe
for high concentrations
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4.6. Carbon Monoxide (CO) Gas sensor probe for low
concentrations [Calibrated]
Specifications
Gas: CO
Sensor: CO-A4
Performance Characteristics
Nominal Range: 0 to 25 ppm
Maximum Overload: 2000 ppm
Long Term Sensitivity Drift: < 10% change/year in lab air, monthly
test
Long Term zero Drift: < ±100 ppb equivalent change/year in lab
air
Response Time (T90): ≤ 20 seconds
Sensitivity: 220 to 375 nA/ppm
Accuracy: as good as ±0.1 ppm* (ideal conditions)
H2S filter capacity: 250000 ppm·hrs
Operation Conditions
Temperature Range: -30 ºC to 50 ºC
Operating Humidity: 15 to 90% RH non-condensing
Pressure Range: 80 to 120 kPa
Storage Temperature: 0 ºC to 20 ºC
Expected Operating Life: 3 years in air
Average consumption: less than 1 mA
* Accuracy values are only given for the optimum case. Read the Gases PRO Technical Guide for more details.
Calibrated gas sensors are manufactured once the order has been placed to ensure maximum durability of the
calibration feature. The manufacturing process and delivery may take from 4 to 6 weeks. The lifetime of calibrated
gas sensors is 6 months working at maximum accuracy. We strongly encourage our customers to buy extra gas
sensors to replace the original ones after that time to ensure maximum accuracy and performance.
Figure: Image of the Carbon Monoxide Sensor Probe
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4.7. Carbon Dioxide (CO2) Gas Sensor [Calibrated]
Specifications
Gas: CO2
Sensor: INE20-CO2P-NCVSP
Performance Characteristics
Nominal Range: 0 to 5000 ppm
Long Term Output Drift: < ±250 ppm/year
Warm up time: 60 seconds @ 25 ºC
At least 30 min for full specification @ 25 °C
Response Time (T90): ≤ 60 seconds
Resolution: 25 ppm
Accuracy: as good as ±50 ppm*, from 0 to 2500 ppm range (ideal conditions)
as good as ±200 ppm*, from 2500 to 5000 ppm range (ideal conditions)
Operation Conditions
Temperature Range: -40 ºC to 60 ºC
Operating Humidity: 0 to 95% RH non-condensing
Storage Temperature: -40 ºC to 85 ºC
MTBF: ≥ 5 years
Average consumption: 80 mA
Note: The CO2 Sensor and the Methane (CH4) and Combustible Gas Sensor have high power requirements and
cannot work together in the same Gases PRO Sensor Board. The user must choose one or the other, but not both.
* Accuracy values are only given for the optimum case. Read the Gases PRO Technical Guide for more details.
Calibrated gas sensors are manufactured once the order has been placed to ensure maximum durability of the
calibration feature. The manufacturing process and delivery may take from 4 to 6 weeks. The lifetime of calibrated
gas sensors is 6 months working at maximum accuracy. We strongly encourage our customers to buy extra gas
sensors to replace the original ones after that time to ensure maximum accuracy and performance.
Figure: Image of the Carbon Dioxide Sensor Probe
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4.8. Molecular Oxygen (O2) Gas Sensor probe [Calibrated]
Specifications
Gas: O2
Sensor: 4-OL
Performance Characteristics
Nominal Range: 0 to 30 Vol.%
Maximum Overload: 90 Vol.%
Long Term Output Drift: < 2% signal/3 months
Response Time (T90): ≤ 30 seconds
Sensitivity: 1.66 ± 0.238 nA/ppm
Accuracy: as good as ± 0.1 % (ideal conditions)
Operation Conditions
Temperature Range: -20 ºC to 50 ºC
Operating Humidity: 5 to 90 % RH non-condensing
Pressure Range: 90 to 110 kPa
Storage Temperature: 0 ºC to 20 ºC
Expected Operating Life: 2 years in air
Average consumption: less than 1 mA
* Accuracy values are only given for the optimum case. Read the Gases PRO Technical Guide for more details.
Calibrated gas sensors are manufactured once the order has been placed to ensure maximum durability of the
calibration feature. The manufacturing process and delivery may take from 4 to 6 weeks. The lifetime of calibrated
gas sensors is 6 months working at maximum accuracy. We strongly encourage our customers to buy extra gas
sensors to replace the original ones after that time to ensure maximum accuracy and performance.
Figure: Image of the Molecular Oxygen Sensor Probe
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4.9. Ozone (O3) Gas Sensor probe [Calibrated]
Specifications
Gas: O3
Sensor: OX-A431
Performance Characteristics
Nominal Range: 0 to 18 ppm
Maximum Overload: 50 ppm
Long Term sensitivity Drift: -20 to -40% change/year
Response Time (T90): ≤ 45 seconds
Sensitivity: -200 to -550 nA/ppm
Accuracy: as good as ±0.2 ppm* (ideal conditions)
High cross-sensitivity with NO2 gas. Correction could be necessary in ambients with NO2.
Operation Conditions
Temperature Range: -20 ºC to 40 ºC
Operating Humidity: 15 to 85% RH non-condensing
Pressure Range: 80 to 120 kPa
Storage Temperature: 3 ºC to 20 ºC
Expected Operating Life: > 24 months in air
Average consumption: less than 1 mA
* Accuracy values are only given for the optimum case. Read the Gases PRO Technical Guide for more details.
Calibrated gas sensors are manufactured once the order has been placed to ensure maximum durability of the
calibration feature. The manufacturing process and delivery may take from 4 to 6 weeks. The lifetime of calibrated
gas sensors is 6 months working at maximum accuracy. We strongly encourage our customers to buy extra gas
sensors to replace the original ones after that time to ensure maximum accuracy and performance.
Figure: Image of the Ozone Sensor Probe
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4.10. Nitric Oxide (NO) Gas Sensor Probe for high
concentrations [Calibrated]
Note: This sensor probe was discontinued in March 2017. Its substitute is the Nitric Monoxide (NO) for low
concentrations Gas Sensor Probe [Calibrated]. The information about this alternative sensor probe can be
found in the next section of this guide.
Specifications
Gas: NO
Sensor: 4-NO-250
Performance Characteristics
Nominal Range: 0 to 250 ppm
Maximum Overload: 1000 ppm
Long Term Output Drift: < 2% signal/month
Response Time (T90): ≤ 30 seconds
Sensitivity: 400 ± 80 nA/ppm
Accuracy: as good as ±0.5 ppm* (ideal conditions)
Operation Conditions
Temperature Range: -20 ºC to 50 ºC
Operating Humidity: 15 to 90% RH non-condensing
Pressure Range: 90 to 110 kPa
Storage Temperature: 0 ºC to 20 ºC
Expected Operating Life: 2 years in air
Average consumption: less than 1 mA
* Accuracy values are only given for the optimum case. Read the Gases PRO Technical Guide for more details.
Calibrated gas sensors are manufactured once the order has been placed to ensure maximum durability of the
calibration feature. The manufacturing process and delivery may take from 4 to 6 weeks. The lifetime of calibrated
gas sensors is 6 months working at maximum accuracy. We strongly encourage our customers to buy extra gas
sensors to replace the original ones after that time to ensure maximum accuracy and performance.
Figure: Image of the Nitric Oxide Sensor Probe
for high concentrations
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4.11. Nitric Oxide (NO) Gas Sensor Probe for low concentra-
tions [Calibrated]
Specifications
Gas: NO
Sensor: NO-A4
Performance Characteristics
Nominal Range: 0 to 18 ppm
Maximum Overload: 50 ppm
Long Term Sensitivity Drift: < 20% change/year in lab air, monthly test
Long Term zero Drift: 0 to 50 ppb equivalent change/year in lab air
Response Time (T90): ≤ 25 seconds
Sensitivity: 350 ± 550 nA/ppm
Accuracy: as good as ±0.2 ppm* (ideal conditions)
Operation Conditions
Temperature Range: -30 ºC to 50 ºC
Operating Humidity: 15 to 85% RH non-condensing
Pressure Range: 80 to 120 kPa
Storage Temperature: 0 ºC to 20 ºC
Expected Operating Life: 2 years in air
Average consumption: less than 1 mA
* Accuracy values are only given for the optimum case. Read the Gases PRO Technical Guide for more details.
Calibrated gas sensors are manufactured once the order has been placed to ensure maximum durability of the
calibration feature. The manufacturing process and delivery may take from 4 to 6 weeks. The lifetime of calibrated
gas sensors is 6 months working at maximum accuracy. We strongly encourage our customers to buy extra gas
sensors to replace the original ones after that time to ensure maximum accuracy and performance.
Figure: Image of the Nitric Oxide Sensor Probe
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4.12. Nitric Dioxide (NO2) Gas Sensor probe [Calibrated]
Note: This sensor probe was discontinued in May 2017. Its substitute is the Nitric Dioxide (NO2) high accuracy
Gas Sensor Probe [Calibrated]. The information about this alternative sensor probe can be found in the next
section of this guide.
Specifications
Gas: NO2
Sensor: 4-NO2-20
Performance Characteristics
Nominal Range: 0 to 20 ppm
Maximum Overload: 250 ppm
Long Term Output Drift: < 2% signal/month
Response Time (T90): ≤ 30 seconds
Sensitivity: 600 ± 150 nA/ppm
Accuracy: as good as ±0.1 ppm* (ideal conditions)
Operation Conditions
Temperature Range: -20 ºC to 50 ºC
Operating Humidity: 15 to 90% RH non-condensing
Pressure Range: 90 to 110 kPa
Storage Temperature: 0 ºC to 20 ºC
Expected Operating Life: 2 years in air
Average consumption: less than 1 mA
* Accuracy values are only given for the optimum case. Read the Gases PRO Technical Guide for more details.
Calibrated gas sensors are manufactured once the order has been placed to ensure maximum durability of the
calibration feature. The manufacturing process and delivery may take from 4 to 6 weeks. The lifetime of calibrated
gas sensors is 6 months working at maximum accuracy. We strongly encourage our customers to buy extra gas
sensors to replace the original ones after that time to ensure maximum accuracy and performance.
Figure: Image of the Nitric Dioxide Sensor Probe
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4.13. Nitric Dioxide (NO2) high accuracy Gas Sensor Probe
[Calibrated]
Specifications
Gas: NO2
Sensor: NO2-A43F
Performance Characteristics
Nominal Range: 0 to 20 ppm
Maximum Overload: 50 ppm
Long Term Sensitivity Drift: < -20 to -40% change/year in lab air,
monthly test
Long Term zero Drift: < 20 ppb equivalent change/year in lab air
Response Time (T90): ≤ 60 seconds
Sensitivity: -175 to -450 nA/ppm
Accuracy: as good as ±0.1 ppm* (ideal conditions)
O3 filter capacity @ 2 ppm: > 500 ppm·hrs
Operation Conditions
Temperature Range: -30 ºC to 40 ºC
Operating Humidity: 15 to 85% RH non-condensing
Pressure Range: 80 to 120 kPa
Storage Temperature: 0 ºC to 20 ºC
Expected Operating Life: 2 years in air
Average consumption: less than 1 mA
* Accuracy values are only given for the optimum case. Read the Gases PRO Technical Guide for more details.
Calibrated gas sensors are manufactured once the order has been placed to ensure maximum durability of the
calibration feature. The manufacturing process and delivery may take from 4 to 6 weeks. The lifetime of calibrated
gas sensors is 6 months working at maximum accuracy. We strongly encourage our customers to buy extra gas
sensors to replace the original ones after that time to ensure maximum accuracy and performance.
Figure: Image of the high accuracy Nitric Dioxide Sensor Probe
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4.14. Sulfur Dioxide (SO2) Gas Sensor probe [Calibrated]
Note: This sensor probe was discontinued in May 2017. Its substitute is the Nitric Dioxide (NO2) high accuracy
Gas Sensor Probe [Calibrated]. The information about this alternative sensor probe can be found in the next
section of this guide.
Specifications
Gas: SO2
Sensor: 4-SO2-20
Performance Characteristics
Nominal Range: 0 to 20 ppm
Maximum Overload: 150 ppm
Long Term Output Drift: < 2% signal/month
Response Time (T90): ≤ 45 seconds
Sensitivity: 500 ± 150 nA/ppm
Accuracy: as good as ±0.1 ppm* (ideal conditions)
Operation Conditions
Temperature Range: -20 ºC to 50 ºC
Operating Humidity: 15 to 90% RH non-condensing
Pressure Range: 90 to 110 kPa
Storage Temperature: 0 ºC to 20 ºC
Expected Operating Life: 2 years in air
Average consumption: less than 1 mA
* Accuracy values are only given for the optimum case. Read the Gases PRO Technical Guide for more details.
Calibrated gas sensors are manufactured once the order has been placed to ensure maximum durability of the
calibration feature. The manufacturing process and delivery may take from 4 to 6 weeks. The lifetime of calibrated
gas sensors is 6 months working at maximum accuracy. We strongly encourage our customers to buy extra gas
sensors to replace the original ones after that time to ensure maximum accuracy and performance.
Figure: Image of the Sulfur Dioxide Sensor Probe
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4.15. Sulfur Dioxide (SO2) high accuracy Gas Sensor Probe
[Calibrated]
Specifications
Gas: SO2
Sensor: SO2-A4
Performance Characteristics
Nominal Range: 0 to 20 ppm
Maximum Overload: 100 ppm
Long Term Sensitivity Drift: < ±15% change/year in lab air, monthly test
Long Term zero Drift: < 20 ppb equivalent change/year in lab air
Response Time (T90): ≤ 20 seconds
Sensitivity: 320 ± 480 nA/ppm
Accuracy: as good as ±0.1 ppm* (ideal conditions)
Operation Conditions
Temperature Range: -30 ºC to 50 ºC
Operating Humidity: 15 to 90% RH non-condensing
Pressure Range: 80 to 120 kPa
Storage Temperature: 0 ºC to 20 ºC
Expected Operating Life: 2 years in air
Average consumption: less than 1 mA
* Accuracy values are only given for the optimum case. Read the Gases PRO Technical Guide for more details.
Calibrated gas sensors are manufactured once the order has been placed to ensure maximum durability of the
calibration feature. The manufacturing process and delivery may take from 4 to 6 weeks. The lifetime of calibrated
gas sensors is 6 months working at maximum accuracy. We strongly encourage our customers to buy extra gas
sensors to replace the original ones after that time to ensure maximum accuracy and performance.
Figure: Image of the high accuracy Sulfur Dioxide Sensor Probe
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4.16. Ammonia (NH3) for low concentrations Gas Sensor
probe [Calibrated]
Specifications
Gas: NH3
Sensor: 4-NH3-100
Performance Characteristics
Nominal Range: 0 to 100 ppm
Long Term Output Drift: < 2% signal/month
Response Time (T90): ≤ 90 seconds
Sensitivity: 135 ± 35 nA/ppm
Accuracy: as good as ±0.5 ppm* (ideal conditions)
Operation Conditions
Temperature Range: -20 ºC to 50 ºC
Operating Humidity: 15 to 90% RH non-condensing
Pressure Range: 90 to 110 kPa
Storage Temperature: 0 ºC to 20 ºC
Expected Operating Life: ≥1 year in air
Average consumption: less than 1 mA
* Accuracy values are only given for the optimum case. Read the Gases PRO Technical Guide for more details.
Calibrated gas sensors are manufactured once the order has been placed to ensure maximum durability of the
calibration feature. The manufacturing process and delivery may take from 4 to 6 weeks. The lifetime of calibrated
gas sensors is 6 months working at maximum accuracy. We strongly encourage our customers to buy extra gas
sensors to replace the original ones after that time to ensure maximum accuracy and performance.
Figure: Image of the Ammonia Sensor Probe
for low concentrations
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4.17. Ammonia (NH3) Gas Sensor Probe for high concentra-
tions [Calibrated]
Specifications
Gas: NH3
Sensor: 4-NH3-500
Performance Characteristics
Nominal Range: 0 to 500 ppm
Long Term Output Drift: < 10% signal/month
Response Time (T90): ≤ 90 seconds
Sensitivity: 135 ± 35 nA/ppm
Accuracy: as good as ±3 ppm* (ideal conditions)
Operation Conditions
Temperature Range: -20 ºC to 40 ºC
Operating Humidity: 15 to 90% RH non-condensing
Pressure Range: 90 to 110 kPa
Storage Temperature: 0 ºC to 20 ºC
Expected Operating Life: ≥1 year in air
Average consumption: less than 1 mA
* Accuracy values are only given for the optimum case. Read the Gases PRO Technical Guide for more details.
Calibrated gas sensors are manufactured once the order has been placed to ensure maximum durability of the
calibration feature. The manufacturing process and delivery may take from 4 to 6 weeks. The lifetime of calibrated
gas sensors is 6 months working at maximum accuracy. We strongly encourage our customers to buy extra gas
sensors to replace the original ones after that time to ensure maximum accuracy and performance.
Figure: Image of the Ammonia Sensor Probe
for high concentrations
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4.18. Methane (CH4) and Combustible Gas Sensor probe [Cali-
brated]
Specifications
Main gas: Methane CH4
Sensor: CH-A3
Performance Characteristics
Nominal Range: 0 to 100% LEL methane
Long Term Output Drift: < 2% signal/month
Response Time (T90): ≤ 30 seconds
Accuracy: as good as ±0.15% LEL* (ideal conditions)
Operation Conditions
Temperature Range: -40 ºC to 55 ºC
Expected Operating Life: 2 years in air
Inhibition/Poisoning
Gas
Conditions
Effect
Chlorine
12 hrs 20 ppm Cl2, 50% sensitivity loss, 2 day
recovery
< 10% loss
Hydrogen Sulfide
12 hrs 40 ppm H2S, 50% sensitivity loss, 2 day
recovery
< 50% loss
HMDS
9 hrs @ 10 ppm HMDS
50% activity loss
Table : Inhibition and poisoning effects
Average consumption: 68 mA
Note: The Methane (CH4) and Combustible Gas Sensor and the CO2 Sensor have high power requirements and
cannot work together in the same Gases PRO Sensor Board. The user must choose one or the other, but not both.
* Accuracy values are only given for the optimum case. Read the Gases PRO Technical Guide for more details.
Calibrated gas sensors are manufactured once the order has been placed to ensure maximum durability of the
calibration feature. The manufacturing process and delivery may take from 4 to 6 weeks. The lifetime of calibrated
gas sensors is 6 months working at maximum accuracy. We strongly encourage our customers to buy extra gas
sensors to replace the original ones after that time to ensure maximum accuracy and performance.
Figure: Image of the Methane (CH4)
and Combustible Gas Sensor Probe
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4.19. Molecular Hydrogen (H2) Gas Sensor probe [Calibra-
ted]
Specifications
Gas: H2
Sensor: 4-H2-1000
Performance Characteristics
Nominal Range: 0 to 1000 ppm
Maximum Overload: 2000 ppm
Long Term Output Drift: < 2% signal/month
Response Time (T90): ≤ 70 seconds
Sensitivity: 20 ± 10 nA/ppm
Accuracy: as good as ±10 ppm* (ideal conditions)
Operation Conditions
Temperature Range: -20 ºC to 50 ºC
Operating Humidity: 15 to 90% RH non-condensing
Pressure Range: 90 to 110 kPa
Storage Temperature: 0 ºC to 20 ºC
Expected Operating Life: 2 years in air
Average consumption: less than 1 mA
* Accuracy values are only given for the optimum case. Read the Gases PRO Technical Guide for more details.
Calibrated gas sensors are manufactured once the order has been placed to ensure maximum durability of the
calibration feature. The manufacturing process and delivery may take from 4 to 6 weeks. The lifetime of calibrated
gas sensors is 6 months working at maximum accuracy. We strongly encourage our customers to buy extra gas
sensors to replace the original ones after that time to ensure maximum accuracy and performance.
Figure: Image of the Molecular Hydrogen Sensor Probe
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4.20. Hydrogen Sulfide (H2S) Gas Sensor probe [Calibrated]
Specifications
Gas: H2S
Sensor: 4-H2S-100
Performance Characteristics
Nominal Range: 0 to 100 ppm
Maximum Overload: 50 ppm
Long Term Output Drift: < 2% signal/month
Response Time (T90): ≤ 20 seconds
Sensitivity: 800 ± 200 nA/ppm
Accuracy: as good as ±0.1 ppm* (ideal conditions)
Operation Conditions
Temperature Range: -20 ºC to 50 ºC
Operating Humidity: 15 to 90% RH non-condensing
Pressure Range: 90 to 110 kPa
Storage Temperature: 0 ºC to 20 ºC
Expected Operating Life: 2 years in air
Average consumption: less than 1 mA
* Accuracy values are only given for the optimum case. Read the Gases PRO Technical Guide for more details.
Calibrated gas sensors are manufactured once the order has been placed to ensure maximum durability of the
calibration feature. The manufacturing process and delivery may take from 4 to 6 weeks. The lifetime of calibrated
gas sensors is 6 months working at maximum accuracy. We strongly encourage our customers to buy extra gas
sensors to replace the original ones after that time to ensure maximum accuracy and performance.
Figure: Image of the Hydrogen Sulfide Sensor Probe
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4.21. Hydrogen Chloride (HCl) Gas Sensor probe [Calibra-
ted]
Specifications
Gas: HCl
Sensor: 4-HCl-50
Performance Characteristics
Nominal Range: 0 to 50 ppm
Maximum Overload: 100 ppm
Long Term Output Drift: < 2% signal/month
Response Time (T90): ≤ 70 seconds
Sensitivity: 300 ± 100 nA/ppm
Accuracy: as good as ±1 ppm* (ideal conditions)
Operation Conditions
Temperature Range: -20 ºC to 50 ºC
Operating Humidity: 15 to 90% RH non-condensing
Pressure Range: 90 to 110 kPa
Storage Temperature: 0 ºC to 20 ºC
Expected Operating Life: 2 years in air
Average consumption: less than 1 mA
* Accuracy values are only given for the optimum case. Read the Gases PRO Technical Guide for more details.
Calibrated gas sensors are manufactured once the order has been placed to ensure maximum durability of the
calibration feature. The manufacturing process and delivery may take from 4 to 6 weeks. The lifetime of calibrated
gas sensors is 6 months working at maximum accuracy. We strongly encourage our customers to buy extra gas
sensors to replace the original ones after that time to ensure maximum accuracy and performance.
Figure: Image of the Hydrogen Chloride Sensor Probe
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4.22. Hydrogen Cyanide (HCN) Gas Sensor Probe [Calibra-
ted]
Specifications
Gas: HCN
Sensor: 4-HCN-50
Performance Characteristics
Nominal Range: 0 to 50 ppm
Maximum Overload: 100 ppm
Long Term Output Drift: < 2% signal/month
Response Time (T90): ≤ 120 seconds
Sensitivity: 100 ± 20 nA/ppm
Accuracy: as good as ±0.2 ppm* (ideal conditions)
Operation Conditions
Temperature Range: -20 ºC to 50 ºC
Operating Humidity: 15 to 90% RH non-condensing
Pressure Range: 90 to 110 kPa
Storage Temperature: 0 ºC to 20 ºC
Expected Operating Life: 2 years in air
Average consumption: less than 1 mA
* Accuracy values are only given for the optimum case. Read the Gases PRO Technical Guide for more details.
Calibrated gas sensors are manufactured once the order has been placed to ensure maximum durability of the
calibration feature. The manufacturing process and delivery may take from 4 to 6 weeks. The lifetime of calibrated
gas sensors is 6 months working at maximum accuracy. We strongly encourage our customers to buy extra gas
sensors to replace the original ones after that time to ensure maximum accuracy and performance.
Figure: Image of the Hydrogen Cyanide Sensor Probe
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4.23. Phosphine (PH3) Gas Sensor probe [Calibrated]
Specifications
Gas: PH3
Sensor: 4-PH3-20
Performance Characteristics
Nominal Range: 0 to 20 ppm
Maximum Overload: 100 ppm
Long Term Output Drift: < 2% signal/month
Response Time (T90): ≤ 60 seconds
Sensitivity: 1400 ± 600 nA/ppm
Accuracy: as good as ±0.1 ppm* (ideal conditions)
Operation Conditions
Temperature Range: -20 ºC to 50 ºC
Operating Humidity: 15 to 90% RH non-condensing
Pressure Range: 90 to 110 kPa
Storage Temperature: 0 ºC to 20 ºC
Expected Operating Life: 2 years in air
Average consumption: less than 1 mA
* Accuracy values are only given for the optimum case. Read the Gases PRO Technical Guide for more details.
Calibrated gas sensors are manufactured once the order has been placed to ensure maximum durability of the
calibration feature. The manufacturing process and delivery may take from 4 to 6 weeks. The lifetime of calibrated
gas sensors is 6 months working at maximum accuracy. We strongly encourage our customers to buy extra gas
sensors to replace the original ones after that time to ensure maximum accuracy and performance.
Figure: Image of the Phosphine Gas Sensor Probe
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4.24. Ethylene Oxide (ETO) Gas Sensor probe [Calibrated]
Specifications
Gas: ETO
Sensor: 4-ETO-100
Performance Characteristics
Nominal Range: 0 to 100 ppm
Long Term Sensitivity Drift: < 2% signal/month
Response Time (T90): ≤ 120 seconds
Sensitivity: 250 ± 125 nA/ppm
Accuracy: as good as ±1 ppm* (ideal conditions)
Operation Conditions
Temperature Range: -20 ºC to 50 ºC
Operating Humidity: 15 to 90% RH non-condensing
Pressure Range: 90 to 110 kPa
Storage Temperature: 0 ºC to 20 ºC
Expected Operating Life: 5 years in air
Average consumption: less than 1 mA
* Accuracy values are only given for the optimum case. Read the Gases PRO Technical Guide for more details.
Calibrated gas sensors are manufactured once the order has been placed to ensure maximum durability of the
calibration feature. The manufacturing process and delivery may take from 4 to 6 weeks. The lifetime of calibrated
gas sensors is 6 months working at maximum accuracy. We strongly encourage our customers to buy extra gas
sensors to replace the original ones after that time to ensure maximum accuracy and performance.
Figure: Image of the Ethylene Oxide Sensor Probe
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4.25. Chlorine (Cl2) Gas Sensor probe [Calibrated]
Specifications
Gas: Cl2
Sensor: 4-Cl2-50
Performance Characteristics
Nominal Range: 0 to 50 ppm
Maximum Overload: 100 ppm
Long Term Output Drift: < 2% signal/month
Response Time (T90): ≤ 30 seconds
Sensitivity: 450 ± 200 nA/ppm
Accuracy: as good as ±0.1 ppm* (ideal conditions)
Operation Conditions
Temperature Range: -20 ºC to 50 ºC
Operating Humidity: 15 to 90% RH non-condensing
Pressure Range: 90 to 110 kPa
Storage Temperature: 0 ºC to 20 ºC
Expected Operating Life: 2 years in air
Average consumption: less than 1 mA
* Accuracy values are only given for the optimum case. Read the Gases PRO Technical Guide for more details.
Calibrated gas sensors are manufactured once the order has been placed to ensure maximum durability of the
calibration feature. The manufacturing process and delivery may take from 4 to 6 weeks. The lifetime of calibrated
gas sensors is 6 months working at maximum accuracy. We strongly encourage our customers to buy extra gas
sensors to replace the original ones after that time to ensure maximum accuracy and performance.
Figure: Image of the Chlorine Sensor Probe
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4.26. Important notes for Calibrated Sensors
1º - Calibrated gas sensors are manufactured once the order has been placed to ensure maximum durability
of the calibration feature. Libelium keeps a minimum stock of calibrated gas sensors to ensure the maximum
durability. Ensambling process and delivery time takes from 1 to 2 weeks in case the current stock is enough for
the order and from 4 to 6 weeks in case the order is higher than the stock available and new sensors units need
to be manufactured and calibrated. Please inform as soon as possible of your sensor requirements to our Sales
agents so that they can order the units needed to factory.
2º - Lifetime of calibrated gas sensors is 6 months working at its maximum accuracy as every sensor looses a small
percentage of its original calibration monthly in a range that may go from 0.5% to 2% (depending on the external
conditions: humidity, temperature, measured gas concentration, if there are another type of gas present which
corrode the sensor, etc). We strongly encourage our customers to buy extra gas sensor probes to replace the
originals after that time to ensure maximum accuracy and performance. Any sensor should be understood as a
disposable item; that means that after some months it should be replaced by a new unit.
3º - Electrochemical calibrated gas sensors are a good alternative to the professional metering gas stations
however they have some limitations. The most important parameters of each sensor are the nominal range and
the accuracy. If you need to reach an accuracy of ±0.1 ppm remember not to choose a sensor with an accuracy of
±1 ppm. Take a look in the chapter dedicated to each sensor in the Gases PRO Guide (Development section on the
Libelium website). We show a summary table at the end of the current document for quick reference.
4º - Libelium indicates an accuracy for each sensor just as an ideal reference (for example, “±0.1 ppm”). This
theoretical figure has been calculated as the best error the user could expect, the optimum case. In real conditions,
the measurement error may be bigger (for example, “±0.3 ppm”). The older the sensor is, the more deteriorated
it is, so the accuracy gets worse. Also, the more extreme the concentration to meter is, the worse the accuracy
is. And also, the more extreme the environmental conditions are, the quicker the sensor decreases its accuracy.
5º - In order to increase the accuracy and reduce the response time we strongly recommend to keep the gas
sensor board ON as electrochemical sensors have a very low consumption (less than 1 mA). So these sensors
should be left powered ON while Waspmote enters into deepsleep mode. Latest code examples implement in the
new API of Waspmote v15 follow this strategy. If you are using the old version of the API and boards (v12) write in
our Forum and we will help you to modify your code.
6º - These sensors need a stabilization time to work properly, in some cases hours. We recommend wait 24hours
of functioning (always with the gas sensor board ON) to ensure that the values of the sensors are stable.
7º - AFE boards for electrochemical gas sensors have different gain options. The system integrator must choose
the adequate gain according to the concentration range to measure. For low concentrations, higher gains are
recommended. To know how choosing the right gain, see the chapter “How to choose the right gain resistor” from
the Gases PRO Guide.
8º - A digital smoothing filter based on previous values is interesting to reduce noise. It will increase the accuracy
of the gases PRO sensors. The filter adequate for its application (note that every sample given by the library has
already been filtered inside Waspmote) means from 4 to 8 values.
A simple moving average can be used to increase the accuracy and reduce the noise.
Where:
••
Filtered value are the concentration value with the mean filter applied
••
sample are the measurements taken by the gas sensors being samplet the last measurement, samplet-1 the
penultimate measurement, etc.
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n are the number of samples to calculate the moving mean.
Other filters can be applied according to the project requirements.
9º - Take into account that developing a robust application for gases detection or measurement may take an
important effort of testing and knowing the insights of the sensor probes and code that reads them.
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4.27. Particle Matter (PM1 / PM2.5 / PM10) - Dust Sensor
Note: Since February 2019, the OPC-N3 sensor is supplied instead of the OPC-N2. The OPC-N3 has taken the
success of the older OPC-N2 unit and has improved it further. With the same dimensions and power/ interface
as the N2, the OPC-N3 now measures from 0.35 μm to 40 μm, sorting into 24 size bins. Features include
improved aerodynamics with reduction of particle deposition, better low end performance, extended upper
size measurements and high/low flow rate digital selection. The OPC-N3 can measure from clean rooms to
pollution levels to 2,000 μg/m3 with the unique feature of being able to size classify pollen.
Specifications
Sensor: OPC-N2
Performance Characteristics
Laser classification: Class 1 as enclosed housing
Particle range (μm): 0.35 to 40 spherical equivalent size (based on RI of 1.5, S of 1.65)
Size categorization (standard): 24 software bins
Sampling interval (seconds): 1 to 30 histogram period
Total flow rate: 5.5 L/min
Sample flow rate: 280 mL/min
Max particle count rate: 10000 particles/second
Max coincidence probability: 0.84% at 10,000,000 particles/L
0.24% at 500 particles/L
Power Characteristics
Measurement mode (laser and fan on): 270 mA @ 5 Volts (typical)
Voltage Range: 4.8 to 5.2 V DC
Operation Conditions
Temperature Range: -10 ºC to 50 ºC
Operating Humidity: 0 to 99% RH non-condensing
This sensor has a high current consumption. It is very important to turn on the sensor to perform a measure and
then, turn it off to save battery.
Dust, dirt or pollen may be accumulated inside the dust sensor structure, especially when the sensor is close
to possible solid particle sources: parks, construction works, deserts. That is why it is highly recommended to
perform maintenance/cleaning tasks in order to have accurate measures. This maintenance/cleaning frequency
may vary depending ton the environment conditions or amount of obstructing dust. In clean atmospheres or
with low particle concentrations, the maintenance/cleaning period will be longer than a place with a high particle
concentrations.
DO NOT remove the external housing: this not only ensures the required airflow but also protects the user from
the laser light. Removal of the casing may expose the user to Class 3B laser radiation. You must avoid exposure
to the laser beam. Do not use if the outer casing is damaged. Return to Libelium. Removal of the external housing
exposes the OPC circuitry which contains components that are sensitive to static discharge damage.
Note: The Particle Matter (PM1 / PM2.5 / PM10) – Dust Sensor is available only for the Plug & Sense! line.
Figure: Image of the Particle Matter sensor, encapsulated
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4.27.1. Particle matter: the parameter
Particle matter is composed of small solid or liquid particles floating in the air. The origin of these particles can be
the industrial activity, exhaust fumes from diesel motors, building heating, pollen, etc. This tiny particles enter our
bodies when we breath. High concentrations of particle matter can be harmful for humans or animals, leading to
respiratory and coronary diseases, and even lung cancer. That is why this is a key parameter for the Air Quality
Index.
Some examples:
••
Cat allergens: 0.1-5 μm
••
Pollen: 10-100 μm
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Germs: 0.5-10 μm
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Oil smoke: 1-10 μm
••
Cement dust: 5-100 μm
••
Tobacco smoke: 0.01-1 μm
The smaller the particles are, the more dangerous, because they can penetrate more in our lungs. Many times,
particles are classified:
••
PM1: Mass (in μg) of all particles smaller than 1 μm, in 1 m3.
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PM2.5: Mass (in μg) of all particles smaller than 2.5 μm, in 1 m3.
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PM10: Mass (in μg) of all particles smaller than 10 μm, in 1 m3.
Many countries and health organizations have studied the effect of the particle matter in humans, and they have
set maximum thresholds. As a reference, the maximum allowed concentrations are about 20 μm/m3 for PM2.5
and about 50 μm/m3 for PM10.
4.27.2. Measurement process
Like conventional optical particle counters, the OPC-N3 measures the light scattered by individual particles
carried in a sample air stream through a laser beam. These measurements are used to determine the particle size
(related to the intensity of light scattered via a calibration based on Mie scattering theory) and particle number
concentration. Particle mass loading- PM2.5 or PM10, are then calculated from the particle size spectra and
concentration data, assuming density and refractive index. To generate the air stream, the OPC-N3 uses only a
miniature low-power fan .
The OPC-N3 classifies each particle size, at rates up to ~10,000 particle per second, adding the particle diameter
to one of 24 “bins” covering the size range from ~0.35 to 40 μm. The resulting particle size histograms can be
evaluated over user-defined sampling times from 1 to 30 seconds duration, the histogram data being transmitted
along with other diagnostic and environmental data (air temperature and air pressure). When the histogram is
read, the variables in the library are updated automatically. Read the Gases PRO Technical Guide to know how to
manage and read this sensor.
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4.27.3. Installing the Sensor Probe
Libelium offers the OPC-N3 sensor inside a protective enclosure. The enclosure has special input and output
accessories for letting the air flow pass, but always keeping the rain or excessive dirt outside. Fixing accessories
and one connection cord are also provided. All the system is called the Particle Matter – Dust Sensor Probe.
Figure: Input and output accessories in the enclosure
The system comes with 4 mounting feet (T’s). The enclosure should be firmly fixed to a wall with the provided
screws, or fixed to a lamppost or tree with 2 metal cable ties.
Figure: Fixing the Particle Matter – Dust Sensor Probe on a wall
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Figure: Connecting the Particle Matter – Dust Sensor Probe to Plug & Sense!
The installation of this Sensor Probe must be similar to any Plug & Sense! installation. Please read the “Installation”
chapter in the Plug & Sense! Technical Guide for further details.
Figure: Particle Matter – Dust Sensor Probe finally connected to Plug & Sense!
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5. Smart Security
5.1. General description
The main applications for this Waspmote Plug & Sense! configuration are perimeter access control, liquid presence
detection and doors and windows openings. Besides, a relay system allows this model to interact with external
electrical machines.
Figure: Smart Security Waspmote Plug & Sense! model
Note: The probes attached in this photo could not match the final location. See next table for the correct configuration.
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Sensor
Socket
Sensor probes allowed for each sensor socket
Parameter
Reference
A, C, D or E
Temperature + Humidity + Pressure
9370-P
Luminosity (Luxes accuracy)
9325-P
Ultrasound (distance measurement)
9246-P
Presence - PIR
9212-P
Liquid Level
9239-P, 9240-P
Liquid Presence
9243-P
Hall Effect
9207-P
B
Liquid Flow
9296-P, 9297-P, 9298-P
F
Relay Input-Output
9270
Figure: Sensor sockets configuration for Smart Security model
As we see in the figure below, thanks to the directional probe, the presence sensor probe (PIR) may be placed in
different positions. The sensor can be focused directly to the point we want.
Figure: Configurations of the Presence sensor probe (PIR)
Note: For more technical information about each sensor probe go to the Development section on the Libelium
website.
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5.2. Temperature, Humidity and Pressure Sensor Probe
The BME280 is a digital temperature, humidity and atmospheric pressure sensor developed by Bosch Sensortec.
Specifications
Electrical characteristics
Supply voltage: 3.3 V
Sleep current typical: 0.1 μA
Sleep current maximum: 0.3 μA
Temperature sensor
Operational range: -40 ~ +85 ºC
Full accuracy range: 0 ~ +65 ºC
Accuracy: ±1 ºC (range 0 ºC ~ +65 ºC)
Response time: 1.65 seconds (63% response from +30 to +125 °C).
Typical consumption: 1 μA measuring
Humidity sensor
Measurement range: 0 ~ 100% of relative humidity (for temperatures < 0 °C and > 60 °C see figure below)
Accuracy: < ±3% RH (at 25 ºC, range 20 ~ 80%)
Hysteresis: ±1% RH
Operating temperature: -40 ~ +85 ºC
Response time (63% of step 90% to 0% or 0% to 90%): 1 second
Typical consumption: 1.8 μA measuring
Maximum consumption: 2.8 μA measuring
Figure: Humidity sensor operating range
Pressure sensor
Measurement range: 30 ~ 110 kPa
Operational temperature range: -40 ~ +85 ºC
Full accuracy temperature range: 0 ~ +65 ºC
Absolute accuracy: ±0.1 kPa (0 ~ 65 ºC)
Typical consumption: 2.8 μA measuring
Maximum consumption: 4.2 μA measuring
Figure: Image of the Temperature, Hu-
midity and Pressure Sensor Probe
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5.3. Ultrasound sensor probe (MaxSonar® from MaxBo-
tix™)
I2CXL-MaxSonar®-MB7040™
Operation frequency: 42 kHz
Maximum detection distance: 765 cm
Interface: Digital bus
Power supply: 3.3 V ~ 5 V
Consumption (average): 2.1 mA (powered at 3.3 V) – 3.2 mA (powered at 5
V)
Consumption (peak): 50 mA (powered at 3.3 V) – 100 mA (powered at 5 V)
Usage: Indoors and outdoors (IP-67)
A
1.72” dia.
43.8 mm dia.
B
2.00”
50.7 mm
C
0.58”
14.4 mm
D
0.31”
7.9 mm
E
0.18”
4.6 mm
F
0.1”
2.54 mm
G
3/4” National Pipe Thread Straight
H
1.032” dia.
26.2 dia.
I
1.37”
34.8 mm
weight: 1.76 oz. ; 50 grams
Figure: Ultrasonic I2CXL-MaxSonar®-MB7040 sensor dimensions
In the figure below we can see a diagram of the detection range of the sensor developed using different detection
patterns (a 0.63 cm diameter dowel for diagram A, a 2.54 cm diameter dowel for diagram B, an 8.25 cm diameter
rod for diagram C and a 28 cm wide board for diagram D):
Figure: Diagram of the sensor beam extracted from the data sheet of the XL-MaxSonar®-WRA1™ sensor from MaxBotix
Figure: Ultrasonic I2CXL-MaxSonar®-MB7040 from MaxBotix™
sensor
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Figure: Image of configurations of the ultrasound sensor probe
As we see in the figure, the ultrasound sensor probe may be placed in different positions. The sensor can be
focused directly to the point we want to measure.
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5.4. Luminosity sensor probe (Luxes accuracy)
Sensor specifications (Luxes accuracy)
Dynamic range: 0.1 to 40000 Lux
Spectral range: 300 – 1100 nm
Voltage range: 2.7 – 3.6 V
Operating temperature: -30 ºC to +80 ºC
Typical consumption: 0.24 mA
Maximum consumption: 0.6 mA
Usage: Indoors and outdoors
This is a light-to-digital converter that transforms light intensity into a digital signal output. This device combines
one broadband photo-diode (visible plus infrared) and one infrared-responding photo-diode on a single CMOS
integrated circuit capable of providing a near-photopic response over an effective 20-bit dynamic range (16-bit
resolution). Two integrating ADCs convert the photo-diode currents to a digital output that represents the irradiance
measured on each channel. This digital output in lux is derived using an empirical formula to approximate the
human eye response.
Figure: Image of the Luminosity sensor probe (Luxes accuracy)
Figure: Image of the Luminosity sensor probe (Luxes accuracy)
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5.5. Relay Input-Output (Max: 30VDC, 1A)
5.5.1. Specifications
Contact Ratings VDC: 1 A, 30 VDC
Contact Form: SPDT (1c)
Coil Rated Current: 50 mA
5.5.2. Precautions for Safe Use
••
Do not use this feature if you do not have advanced knowledge of electricity and electrical automation.
••
The incorrect use of this feature can cause harm to the user or other people and damage any connected
equipment.
••
The incorrect use of this feature can cause death to the user or other people!
••
The incorrect use of this feature can causes fires!
••
Use only tools and equipment with non-conducting handles when working on electrical devices.
••
Never handle this feature when hands, feet, or body are wet or perspiring, or when standing on a wet floor.
••
Do not store highly flammable liquids near this equipment.
••
Disconnect the power source before operating on this equipment.
••
Do not touch the charged relay terminal area while the power is turned on. Doing so may result in electric
shock.
••
Do not use a relay for a load that exceeds the relay’s switching capacity or other contact ratings. Doing so will
reduce the specified performance, causing insulation failure, contact welding, and contact failure, and the
relay itself may be damaged or burnt.
••
Make sure the number of switching operations is within the permissible range. If a Relay is used after
performance has deteriorated, it may result in insulation failure between circuits and burning of the relay
itself.
••
Do not use Relays where flammable gases or explosive gases may be present. Doing so may cause combustion
or explosion due to relay heating or arcing during switching.
••
This Limited Warranty does not cover: (a) defects or damage resulting from accident, misuse, abnormal use,
abnormal conditions, improper storage, exposure to liquid, moisture, dampness, sand or dirt, neglect, or
unusual physical, electrical or electromechanical stress, defects or damage resulting from the use of Product
in conjunction or connection with accessories, products, or ancillary/peripheral equipment.
5.5.3. Introduction
The relay that is in Waspmote Events Sensor board v3.0, provides a potential-free contact. This contact can be
used to enable low power loads such as relays and contactors, or to enable inputs in a PLC. The IN REL is designed
to be used by a potential free contact to join +3v3 with the IN REL, for example in power failure applications.
Its important to remark that the relay Input-Output is not designed for alternate current (VAC), therefore please
use only continuous currents (VDC).
NOTE: the changeover contact is designed to be an auxiliary contact, NEVER TO HANDLE LOADS. Please never reach the
current limitations defined in the relay specifications. The events board can be damaged permanently. The input contact
is designed to be used with a relay contact with a 3v3 + IN REL. If you have any question about the usage of the relay,
please contact Libelium before any test.
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5.6. Relay Input-Output in Waspmote Plug & Sense!
To provide access to the relay contacts in the Waspmote Plug & Sense! encapsulated line, a waterproof terminal
block junction box is provided as a Relay Input-Output probe, making the connections on industrial environments
or outdoor applications easier.
Figure: Relay Input-Output probe
It consists of 2 cable glands and 6 terminal block connectors with screw. The junction box can be easily opened by
removing the four external screws and the cover. Then, the user is able to make the necessary connections using
the terminal block connectors. Finally, the cable glands should be adjusted and the junction box should be closed
properly to avoid water ingress.
Figure: Pin-out of the Relay Input-Output junction box
Terminal
Signal
1
Common
2
NC
3
NA
4
3v3
5
Relay Input
6
GND
Note: Please double check the terminal block connections to avoid wrong wirings or short-circuits between poles. The
Waspmote Plug & Sense! unit can be seriously damaged. Besides, ensure that the junction box is properly closed to
avoid damaged in outdoor applications (because of rain entry, for example). Libelium’s warranty will not cover damages
caused by a wrong installation.
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5.7. Liquid Flow sensor probes (FS100A, FS200A, FS300A,
FS400, YF-S401 and YF-G1)
Figure: Image of the Liquid Flow sensor probe (FS400)
Sensor specifications
Water Flow Small, YF-S401:
Flow rate: 0.3 ~ 6 L/Min
Working voltage: +3.3 V ~ +24 V
Working temperature: 0 ºC ~ 80 ºC
Pipe connection: 1/8”
Accuracy: ±3%
Max rated current: 15 mA (DC 5 V)
Water Flow Medium, FS300A:
Flow rate: 1 ~ 60 L/Min
Working voltage: +5 V ~ +24 V (not suitable for +3.3 V)
Working temperature: 0 ºC ~ 80 ºC
Pipe connection: 3/4’’
Accuracy: ±3%
Max rated current: 15 mA (DC 5 V)
Water Flow Large, YF-G1:
Flow rate: 1 ~ 100 L/Min
Working voltage: +3.3 V ~ +24 V
Working temperature: 0 ºC ~ 80 ºC
Pipe connection: 1’’
Accuracy: ±3%
Max rated current: 15 mA (DC 5 V)
The liquid flow sensors output a signal that consists of a series of digital pulses whose frequency is proportional
to the flow rate of the liquid through the sensor. That digital signal, whose frequency is in the range between 0 Hz
and 100 Hz, is directly read through one of the digital input/output pins of the microcontroller.
Figure: Image of the YF-S401, Small Liquid Flow sensor
Figure: Image of the FS-300A, Medium Liquid Flow sensor
Figure: Image of the YF-G1, Large Liquid Flow sensor
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5.8. Presence sensor (PIR) probe
Sensor specifications (PIR)
Height: 22mm
Diameter: 20.2mm
Consumption: 170μA
Range of detection: 12m
Circuit Stability Time: 30seconds
The PIR sensor (Passive Infra-Red) is a pyroelectric sensor mainly consisting of an infra-red receiver and a focusing
lens that bases its operation on the monitoring of the variations in the levels of reception of detected infra-reds,
reflecting this movement by setting its output signal high. The 10μm spectrum corresponds to the radiation of
heat from the majority of mammals as they emit temperatures around 36°C.
Figure: Image of configurations of the Presence sensor probe (PIR)
As we see in the figure, the presence sensor probe (PIR) may be placed in different positions. The sensor can be
focused directly to the point we want.
Figure: Image of the Presence sensor probe (PIR)
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5.9. Liquid Level sensor probe
Figure: Image of the Liquid Level sensor probe (PTFA1103)
Sensor specifications
PTFA3415
Measurement Level: Horizontal
Liquids: Water
Material (box): Propylene
Material (float): Propylene
Operating Temperature: -10 ºC ~ +80 ºC
PTFA0100
Measurement Level: Horizontal
Liquids: Heavy oils and combustibles
Material (box): Polyamide
Material (float): Polyamide
Operating temperature: -10 ºC ~ +80 ºC
PTFA1103
Measurement Level: Vertical
Liquids: Water
Material (box): Propylene
Material (float): Propylene
Operating temperature: -10 ºC ~ +80 ºC
There are three liquid level sensors whose operation is based on the status of a switch which can be opened
and closed (depending on its placing in the container) as the level of liquid moves the float at its end. The main
differences between the three sensors, regarding its use in Waspmote, are to be found in their process for placing
them in the container (horizontal in the case of the PTFA3415 and PTFA0100 sensors, vertical for the PTFA1103
sensor) and in the material they are made of (the PTFA1103 and PTFA3415 sensors recommended for edible
liquids and certain acids and the PTFA0100 for heavy oils and combustibles, more specific information can be
found in the sensors’ manual).
Figure: Image of the PTFA3415 sensor
Figure: Image of the PTFA0100 sensor
Figure: Image of the PTFA1103 sensor
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5.10. Liquid Presence sensor probe (Point)
Sensor specifications
Maximum Switching Voltage: 100 V
Operating temperature: +5 ºC ~ +80 ºC
Detectable liquids: Water
This sensor bases its operation on the variation in resistance between its two contacts in the presence of liquid
to commute a switch reed from open to closed, commuting to open again when the liquid disappears (take care
when it is used to detect liquids of high viscosity which may remain between the terminals blocking its drainage
and preventing it from re-opening).
5.11. Liquid Presence sensor probe (Line)
Sensor specifications
Length: 5 meters sensor + 2 meters jumper wire
Material: PE + alloy lend
Weight: 18 g/meter
Pull force limit: 60 kg
Cable diameter: 5.5 mm
Core resistance: 3 ohm/100 meters
Maximum exposed temperature: 75 ºC
Detectable liquids: Water
This sensor detects conductive liquids anywhere along its length. After it is installed, once the cable senses the
leakage of liquids, it will trigger an alarm. The sensor cable can detects the leakage of water.
Installation of this sensor should be in a safe place, far away from high magnetic fields and damp environment. In
the installation, let sensor cable keep away from sharp material to avoid scuffing the sensor.
5.12. Hall Effect sensor probe
Sensor specifications
Length: 64 mm
Width: 19 mm
Thickness: 13 mm
Maximum contact resistance (closed): 200 mΩ
Minimum contact resistance (open): 100 GΩ
This is a magnetic sensor based on the Hall effect. The sensor’s switch remains closed in the presence of a
magnetic field, opening up in its absence. Together with its complementary magnet it can be used in applications
of monitoring proximity or opening mechanisms.
Figure: Image of the Liquid Presence sensor probe (Point)
Figure: Image of the Liquid Presence sensor probe (Line)
Figure: Image of the Hall Effect sensor probe
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6. Smart Water
6.1. General description
The Smart Water model has been conceived to facilitate the remote monitoring of the most relevant parameters
related to water quality. With this platform you can measure more than 6 parameters, including the most relevant
for water control such as dissolved oxygen, oxidation-reduction potential, pH, conductivity and temperature. An
extremely accurate turbidity sensor has been integrated as well.
The Smart Water Ions line is complementary for these kinds of projects, enabling the control of concentration
of ions like Ammonium (NH4
+), Bromide (Br-), Calcium (Ca2+), Chloride (Cl-), Cupric (Cu2+), Fluoride (F-), Iodide (I-),
Lithium (Li+), Magnesium (Mg2+), Nitrate (NO3
-), Nitrite (NO2
-), Perchlorate (ClO4
-), Potassium (K+), Silver (Ag+), Sodium
(Na+) and pH. Take a look to the Smart Water Ions line in the next section.
Refer to Libelium website for more information.
Figure: Smart Water Plug&Sense! model
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Sensor sockets are configured as shown in the figure below.
Sensor
Socket
Sensor probes allowed for each sensor socket
Parameter
Reference
A
pH
9328
B
Dissolved Oxygen (DO)
9327
C
Conductivity
9326
D
Oxidation-Reduction Potential (ORP)
9329
F
Soil/Water Temperature
9255-P (included by default)
Turbidity
9353-P
Figure: Sensor sockets configuration for Smart Water model
Note: For more technical information about each sensor probe go to the Development section on the Libelium
website.
6.2. Soil/Water Temperature (Pt-1000) sensor probe
Sensor specifications
Measurement range: 0 ~ 100 ºC
Accuracy: DIN EN 60751
Resistance (0 ºC): 1000 Ω
Diameter: 6 mm
Length: 40 mm
Cable: ~5 m
The resistance of the Pt-1000 sensor varies between approximately 920 Ω and 1200 Ω in the range considered useful
in agriculture applications (-20 ~ 50 ºC approximately), which results in too low variations of voltage at significant
changes of temperature for the resolution of the Waspmote’s analog-to-digital converter. The temperature value
is returned in Celsius degree (ºC).
Figure: Output voltage of the PT-1000 sensor with respect to temperature
Figure: Image of the Soil/Water Temperature sensor probe
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6.3. Conductivity sensor probe
Sensor specifications
Sensor type: Two electrodes sensor
Electrode material: Platinum
Conductivity cell constant: 1 ± 0.2 cm-1
Cable length: ~5 m
The conductivity sensor is a two-pole cell whose resistance varies in function of the conductivity of the liquid it is
immersed in. That conductivity will be proportional to the conductance of the sensor (the inverse of its resistance),
multiplied by the constant cell, in the case of the Libelium sensor around 1 cm-1, leading to a value in Siemens
per centimeter (S/cm). For an accurate measurement, please take a look at section “Calibration Procedure” in the
Smart Water Technical Guide, where the calibration procedure is detailed.
To power the conductivity sensor an alternating current circuit has been installed in order to avoid the polarization
of the platinum electrodes.
6.4. Dissolved Oxygen sensor probe
Sensor specifications
Sensor type: Galvanic cell
Range: 0~20 mg/L
Accuracy: ±2%
Maximum operation temperature: 50 ºC
Saturation output: 33 mV ± 9 mV
Pressure: 0~100 psig (7.5 Bar)
Calibration: Single point in air
Response Time: After equilibration, 2 minutes for 2 mV
Cable length: ~5 m
The galvanic cell provides an output voltage proportional to the concentration of dissolved oxygen in the solution
under measurement without the need of a supply voltage. This value is amplified to obtain a better resolution and
measured with the analog-to-digital converter placed on the Smart Water board.
This sensor should be calibrated with the calibration solution for more accurate measurements.
Figure: Image of the Conductivity sensor probe
Figure: Image of the Dissolved Oxygen sensor probe
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6.5. pH sensor probe
Sensor specifications
Sensor type: Combination electrode
Measurement range: 0~14 pH
Temperature of operation: 0~80 ºC
Zero electric potential: 7 ± 0.25 p
Response time: < 1 min
Internal resistance: ≤250 MΩ
Repeatability: 0.017
PTS: >98.5
Noise: <0.5 mV
Alkali error: 15 mV
Reader accuracy: up to 0.01 (in function of calibration)
Cable length: ~5 m
The pH sensor integrated in the Smart Water board is a combination electrode that provides a voltage proportional
to the pH of the solution, corresponding the pH 7 with the voltage reference of 2.048 V of the circuit, with an
uncertainty of ±0.25 pH. To get an accurate value from these sensors it is necessary both to carry out a calibration
and to compensate the output of the sensor for the temperature variation from that of the calibration moment.
6.6. Oxidation-reduction potential sensor probe
Sensor specifications
Sensor type: Combination electrode
Electric Potential: 245~270 mV
Reference impedance: 10 kΩ
Stability: ±8 mV/24 h
Cable length: ~5 m
Like the pH sensor, the ORP probe is a combination electrode whose output voltage is equivalent to the potential
of the solution, so it will share the connection sockets with that sensor. The output of the circuitry to which it is
connected is directly read from the analog-to-digital converter of the Smart Water sensor board, being the 2.048 V
reference subtracted to obtain the actual oxidation-reduction potential in volts (in this case, since this parameter
is directly a voltage it is not necessary to call a conversion function).
This sensor should be calibrated with the calibration solution for more accurate measurements.
Figure: Image of the pH sensor probe
Figure: Image of the Oxidation-reduction potential sensor probe
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6.7. Turbidity sensor probe
Specifications
Sensor type: IR optical sensor with optical fibre
Measurement range: 0-4000 NTU
Accuracy: 5% (around 1 NTU in the lower scale)
Robust and waterproof : IP68
Digital output: Modbus RS-485
Power consumption : 820 μA
Power supply: 5 V
Stocking temperature: -10 to +60 °C
Material: PVC, Quartz, PMMA, Nickel-plated brass
This sensor is available for Waspmote “OEM” line and for Plug & Sense! line too.
For the Plug & Sense! version, everything comes connected inside the node and the user just needs to plug the
probe to the F bottom socket.
The turbidity sensor is extremely sensitive and the user must treat it with especial care in all situations (laboratory
tests, development, installation, etc). The sensor must be installed in a solid way and protected from any impact.
Refer to Libelium website for more information.
6.7.1. Turbidity: the parameter
Turbidity is the haziness of a fluid caused by individual solid particles that are generally invisible to the naked
eye. The measurement of turbidity is a key test of water quality. Nephelometers, or nephelometric turbidimeters,
measure the light scattered at an angle of 90° by one detector from the incident light beam generated by an
incandescent light bulb. Readings are reported in Nephelometric Turbidity Units, or NTUs. NTU has been the
traditional reporting unit for turbidity and is still recognized by some as the “universal” unit of measure, regardless
of the technology used.
The measurement of the turbidity is important in the next scenarios:
••
Urban waste water treatment (inlet / outlet controls)
••
Sanitation network
••
Industrial effluent treatment
••
Surface water monitoring
••
Drinking water
Figure: Turbidity sensor
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7. Smart Water Xtreme
7.1. General description
Smart Water Xtreme was created as an evolution of Smart Water. This model integrates high-end sensors, calibrated
in factory, with enhanced accuracy and performance. Their reduced recalibration requirements and robust design
enlarge maintenance periods, making it more affordable to deploy remote Smart Water applications. This line
includes a great combination of the most significant water parameters like dissolved oxygen, pH, oxidation-
reduction potential, conductivity, salinity, turbidity, suspended solids, sludge blanket and temperature.
Refer to Libelium website for more information.
Figure: Smart Water Xtreme Waspmote Plug & Sense! model
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Sensor sockets are configured as shown in the figure below.
Sensor
Sensor probes allowed for each sensor socket
Parameter
Reference
A, B, C, D and E
Optical dissolved oxygen and temperature
OPTOD
9488-P
Titanium optical dissolved oxygen and
temperature OPTOD
9489-P
pH, ORP and temperature PHEHT
9485-P
Conductivity, salinity and temperature C4E
9486-P
Inductive
conductivity,
salinity
and
temperature CTZN
9487-P
Turbidity and temperature NTU
9353-P
Suspended solids, turbidity, sludge blanket
and temperature MES5
9490-P
A and D
Temperature, air humidity and pressure
9370-P
Luxes
9325-P
Ultrasound
9246-P
F
Manta+40
-
Chlorophyll
-
BGA
-
Organic matter CDOM/FDOM
-
Ammonium
-
Nitrate
-
Chloride
-
Sodium
-
Calcium
-
Figure: Sensor sockets configuration for Smart Water Xtreme model
Note: For more technical information about each sensor probe go to the Development section on the Libelium
website.
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7.2. Optical dissolved oxygen and temperature OPTOD sen-
sor probe
The Optical dissolved oxygen and temperature OPTOD sensor probe, based on a luminescent optical technology,
meets the demands of long term smart water applications. The OPTOD sensor probe measures accurately
without oxygen consumption, especially with very low concentrations and very weak water flow. It is designed in
a compact, robust and light probe with a stainless steel body.
Figure: Optical dissolved oxygen and temperature OPTOD sensor probe
7.2.1. Specifications
Dissolved oxygen sensor:
••
Technology: Optical luminescence
••
Ranges:
--
0 to 20.00 mg/L
--
0 to 20.00 ppm
--
0 – 200%
••
Resolution: 0.01
••
Accuracy:
--
±0.1 mg/L
--
±0.1 ppm
--
±1%
••
Response time: 90% of the value in less than 60 seconds
••
Frequency of recommended measure: > 5 s
••
Cross sensitivity: Organic solvents, such as acetone, toluene, chloroform or methylene chloride. Chlorine
gas.
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Temperature sensor:
••
Technology: NTC
••
Range: 0 °C to +50 °C
••
Resolution: 0.01 °C
••
Accuracy: ±0.5 °C
••
Response time: < 5 s
Common:
••
Storage temperature: -10 °C to +60 °C
••
Water flow is not necessary
••
Default cable length: 15 m
••
Maximum pressure: 5 bars
••
Body material: Stainless steel (titanium option
available on demand for sea water applications)
••
IP classification: IP68
••
Storage temperature: -10 °C to +60 °C
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7.3. pH, ORP and temperature PHEHT sensor probe
The pH, ORP and temperature PHEHT sensor probe combines 3 sensors in one probe, which has been designed
to measure under hard conditions like pure snow melting water with low conductivity, lakes, rivers, sea water or
even waste waters with high conductivity values.
Figure: pH, ORP and temperature PHEHT sensor probe
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7.3.1. Specifications
pH sensor:
••
Technology: Combined electrode
••
Measurement range: 0~14 pH
••
Resolution: 0.01 pH
••
Accuracy: ±0.1 pH
ORP sensor:
••
Technology: Combined electrode
••
Measurement range: -1000 to +1000 mV
••
Resolution: 0.1 mV
••
Accuracy: ±2 mV
Temperature sensor:
••
Technology: NTC
••
Range: 0 °C to +50 °C
••
Resolution: 0.01 °C
••
Accuracy: ±0.5 °C
••
Response time: < 5 s
Common:
••
Default cable length: 15 m
••
Maximum pressure: 5 bars
••
IP classification: IP68
••
Storage temperature: 0 °C to +60 °C
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7.4. Conductivity, salinity and temperature C4E sensor pro-
be
The Conductivity, salinity and temperature C4E sensor probe uses a four-electrode technology that offers a great
accuracy with low maintenance. For this, the electrolytes do not need to be replaced. Besides, calibration intervals
are long due to the low drift of its measures.
The conductivity values are internally compensated with the temperature provided by the embedded sensor.
Moreover, it does not consume oxygen and therefore does not require a minimum inflow.
Figure: Conductivity, salinity and temperature C4E sensor probe
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7.4.1. Specifications
Conductivity sensor:
••
Technology: 4 electrode (2 graphite, 2 platinum)
••
Ranges:
--
0 - 200 µS/cm
--
0 - 2 mS/cm
--
0 - 20 mS/cm
--
0 - 200 mS/cm
••
Resolution: 0.01 to 1 according the range
••
Accuracy: ±1% of the full range
••
Measurement range (salinity): 5 - 60 g/kg
••
Measurement range (TDS - Kcl): 0 - 133 000 ppm
Temperature sensor:
••
Technology: NTC
••
Range: 0 °C to +50 °C
••
Resolution: 0.01 °C
••
Accuracy: ±0.5 °C
••
Response time: < 5 s
Common:
••
Default cable length: 15 m
••
Maximum pressure: 5 bars
••
Body material: PVC
••
IP classification: IP68
••
Storage temperature: 0 °C to +60 °C
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7.5. Inductive conductivity, salinity and temperature CTZN
sensor probe
The Inductive conductivity, salinity and temperature CTZN sensor probe has a ring-type coil to measure the
conductivity. This technology allows the sensor to avoid biofilm interferences, increasing the time between
calibration periods and even avoiding most of the maintenance tasks.
In addition to conductivity, the CTZN sensor probe is able to measure salinity and temperature, all included in a
compact and robust probe suitable for the most typical applications.
Figure: Inductive conductivity, salinity and temperature CTZN sensor probe
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7.5.1. Specifications
Conductivity sensor:
••
Technology: Inductive coil
••
Ranges: 0 – 100 mS/cm
••
Resolution: 0.1
••
Measurement range (salinity): 5 - 60 g/kg
••
Working temperature: 0 to 50 °C
••
Response time: 90% of the value in less than 30 seconds
Temperature sensor:
••
Technology: NTC
••
Range: 0 °C to +50 °C
••
Resolution: 0.01 °C
••
Accuracy: ±0.5 °C
Common:
••
Default cable length: 15 m
••
Maximum pressure: 5 bars
••
Body material: PVC
••
IP classification: IP68
••
Storage temperature: -10 °C to +60 °C
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7.6. Turbidity and temperature NTU sensor probe
The Turbidity and temperature NTU sensor probe is based in infrared light reflections which allows measuring
turbidity in a great range of applications. Besides, the sensor measures suspended solids and also an internal
temperature sensor is included for temperature compensation of the turbidity measures.
Some sensors in the market calculate the suspended solids from the turbidity value. By contrast, the NTU sensor
probe takes its own measure. However, to measure suspended solids correctly, the NTU sensor probe is directly
calibrated on the material to be measured and an external laboratory is needed to analyze the sample. This
service is not provided by Libelium.
The NTU sensor probe measures according to DIN EN ISO 7027, required in many Smart Water quality applications.
Figure: Turbidity and temperature NTU sensor probe
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7.6.1. Specifications
Turbidity sensor:
••
Technology: Optical infrared (IR 880 nm)
••
Ranges NTU: 0 to 4000 NTU in 5 ranges:
--
0 - 50 NTU
--
0 - 200 NTU
--
0 - 1000 NTU
--
0 - 4000 NTU
--
AUTOMATIC
••
Ranges mg/L: 0 to 4500 mg/L
--
Range 0 - 500 mg/L according to NF EN 872
--
Range >500 mg/L according to NF T 90 105 2
••
Resolution: 0.01 to 1 NTU - mg/L
••
Accuracy: < 5% of the reading
••
Response time: <5 s
Temperature sensor:
••
Technology: NTC
••
Range: 0 °C to +50 °C
••
Resolution: 0.01 °C
••
Accuracy: ±0.5 °C
Common:
••
Default cable length: 15 m
••
Maximum pressure: 5 bars
••
Body material: DELRIN
••
IP classification: IP68
••
Storage temperature: 0 °C to +60 °C
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7.7. Suspended solids, turbidity, sludge blanket and tempe-
rature MES5 sensor probe
The Suspended solids, turbidity, sludge blanket and temperature MES5 sensor probe gives 4 different parameters
in a single probe. It is based on the attenuation of an infrared signal through an optical path in the probe’s head.
The given measures are temperature compensated to increase the accuracy.
However, to measure suspended solids, the MES5 sensor probe is directly calibrated on the material to be
measured (sample of sludge) and an external laboratory is needed to analyze the sample. This service is not
provided by Libelium.
Figure: Suspended solids, turbidity, sludge blanket and temperature MES5 sensor probe
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7.7.1. Specifications
Turbidity sensor:
••
Technology: Optical infrared (IR 870 nm)
••
Ranges:
--
SS : 0 - 50 g/L
--
Turbidity : 0 - 4000 FAU
--
Sludge blanket : 0 - 100%
••
Resolution:
--
SS : 0.01 g/L
--
Turbidity : 0.01 to 1 FAU
--
Sludge blanket : 0.01 to 0.1%
••
Accuracy:
--
SS< 10%
--
Turbidity : ±5% (range 200 - 4000 FAU)
--
Sludge blanket : ±2%
••
Response time: < 35 seconds
Temperature sensor:
••
Technology: NTC
••
Range: -5 °C to +50 °C
••
Resolution: 0.01 °C
••
Accuracy: ±0.5 °C
Common:
••
Default cable length: 15 m
••
IP classification: IP68
••
Maximum pressure: 5 bars
••
Body material: DELRIN
••
Storage temperature: 0 °C to +60 °C
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7.8. Temperature, Humidity and Pressure Sensor Probe
The BME280 is a digital temperature, humidity and atmospheric pressure sensor developed by Bosch Sensortec.
Specifications
Electrical characteristics
Supply voltage: 3.3 V
Sleep current typical: 0.1 μA
Sleep current maximum: 0.3 μA
Temperature sensor
Operational range: -40 ~ +85 ºC
Full accuracy range: 0 ~ +65 ºC
Accuracy: ±1 ºC (range 0 ºC ~ +65 ºC)
Response time: 1.65 seconds (63% response from +30 to +125 °C).
Typical consumption: 1 μA measuring
Humidity sensor
Measurement range: 0 ~ 100% of relative humidity (for temperatures < 0 °C and > 60 °C see figure below)
Accuracy: < ±3% RH (at 25 ºC, range 20 ~ 80%)
Hysteresis: ±1% RH
Operating temperature: -40 ~ +85 ºC
Response time (63% of step 90% to 0% or 0% to 90%): 1 second
Typical consumption: 1.8 μA measuring
Maximum consumption: 2.8 μA measuring
Figure: Humidity sensor operating range
Pressure sensor
Measurement range: 30 ~ 110 kPa
Operational temperature range: -40 ~ +85 ºC
Full accuracy temperature range: 0 ~ +65 ºC
Absolute accuracy: ±0.1 kPa (0 ~ 65 ºC)
Typical consumption: 2.8 μA measuring
Maximum consumption: 4.2 μA measuring
Figure: Image of the Temperature, Hu-
midity and Pressure Sensor Probe
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7.9. Luminosity sensor probe (Luxes accuracy)
Sensor specifications (Luxes accuracy)
Dynamic range: 0.1 to 40000 Lux
Spectral range: 300 – 1100 nm
Voltage range: 2.7 – 3.6 V
Operating temperature: -30 ºC to +80 ºC
Typical consumption: 0.24 mA
Maximum consumption: 0.6 mA
Usage: Indoors and outdoors
This is a light-to-digital converter that transforms light intensity into a digital signal output. This device combines
one broadband photo-diode (visible plus infrared) and one infrared-responding photo-diode on a single CMOS
integrated circuit capable of providing a near-photopic response over an effective 20-bit dynamic range (16-bit
resolution). Two integrating ADCs convert the photo-diode currents to a digital output that represents the irradiance
measured on each channel. This digital output in lux is derived using an empirical formula to approximate the
human eye response.
Figure: Image of the Luminosity sensor probe (Luxes accuracy)
Figure: Image of the Luminosity sensor probe (Luxes accuracy)
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7.10. Ultrasound sensor probe (MaxSonar® from MaxBo-
tix™)
I2CXL-MaxSonar®-MB7040™
Operation frequency: 42 kHz
Maximum detection distance: 765 cm
Interface: Digital bus
Power supply: 3.3 V ~ 5 V
Consumption (average): 2.1 mA (powered at 3.3 V) – 3.2 mA (powered at 5
V)
Consumption (peak): 50 mA (powered at 3.3 V) – 100 mA (powered at 5 V)
Usage: Indoors and outdoors (IP-67)
A
1.72” dia.
43.8 mm dia.
B
2.00”
50.7 mm
C
0.58”
14.4 mm
D
0.31”
7.9 mm
E
0.18”
4.6 mm
F
0.1”
2.54 mm
G
3/4” National Pipe Thread Straight
H
1.032” dia.
26.2 dia.
I
1.37”
34.8 mm
weight: 1.76 oz. ; 50 grams
Figure: Ultrasonic I2CXL-MaxSonar®-MB7040 sensor dimensions
In the figure below we can see a diagram of the detection range of the sensor developed using different detection
patterns (a 0.63 cm diameter dowel for diagram A, a 2.54 cm diameter dowel for diagram B, an 8.25 cm diameter
rod for diagram C and a 28 cm wide board for diagram D):
Figure: Diagram of the sensor beam extracted from the data sheet of the XL-MaxSonar®-WRA1™ sensor from MaxBotix
Figure: Ultrasonic I2CXL-MaxSonar®-MB7040 from MaxBotix™
sensor
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7.11. Eureka Manta multi sensor probe
The Eureka manta sensor probe is designed to unify a large number of sensors in only one probe. Owing to that,
the Eureka Manta multi probe is highly configurable, offering a great number of parameter combinations to meet
the requirements even for the most demanding applications.
Parameters like chlorophyll, Blue-Green Algae (BGA, also known as cyanobacteria), organic matter (CDOM and
FDOM), ammonium, nitrates, chloride, sodium or calcium can be measured with this multi probe, achieving up to
13 different measures.
Figure: Eureka Manta multi sensor probe
7.11.1. Common specifications
Fluorometers:
••
Chlorophyll a – blue: 0 to 500 g/l
••
Chlorophyll a – red: > 500 g/l
••
CDOM/FDOM: 0 to 1250 or 0 to 5000 ppb
••
Resolution: 6 digits with maximum of two decimals
••
Accuracy: linearity of 0.99R²
Ion selective electrodes (ISE):
••
Ammonium: 0 to 100 mg/l as nitrogen
••
Nitrate: 0 to 100 mg/l as nitrogen
••
Chloride: 0 to 18000 mg/l
••
Sodium: 0 to 20000 mg/l
••
Calcium: 0 to 40000 mg/l
••
Resolution: 0.1
••
Accuracy: 5% or 2 mg/l
••
Ammonium and nitrate require tip replacement every 3 - 6 months
Common:
••
Diameter: 3.5’’ or 4’’
••
Length: 19’’
••
Temperature Range: -5 °C to +50 °C
••
Depth rating: 200 m, maximum for ISE and TDG sensor is 15 meters
••
IP classification: IP68 (complete and continuous immersion in water, up to 200 meters depth)
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7.11.2. Fluorometer Chlorophyll
Fluorometric sensors emit light at a certain wavelength and look for a very specific wavelength in return. The
magnitude of the return light is relatable to the amount of the analyzed parameter. They require non-trivial
calibration.
In the case of chlorophyll, two fluorometers are available with the ranges shown below:
••
Chlorophyll a – blue: 0 to 500 g/l
••
Chlorophyll a – red: > 500 g/l
7.11.3. Fluorometer Phycocyanin (freshwater BGA)
Phycocyanin fluorometer works in the same way as chlorophyll fluorometer. The main applications are lakes,
rivers, ground water, oceanographic, process waters, waste waters or laboratory research. The range of this
fluorometer is 0 to 40,000 ppb.
7.11.4. Fluorometer Phycoerythrin (marine BGA)
There is a specific version of the fluorometer BGA for sea water applications with a range of 0 to 750 ppb.
7.11.5. Fluorometer CDOM / FDOM
The CDOM (Colored Dissolved Organic Matter) and the FDOM (Fluorescent Dissolved Organic Matter) fluorometers
work in the same way as previous fluorometers.
The ranges for these fluorometers are:
••
CDOM: 0 to 1250 ppb
••
FDOM: 0 to 5000 ppb
7.11.6. Ion selective electrode – Ammonium
This sensor has a membrane that is selective for ammonium. The electrode’s filling solution contains a salt sensitive
to ammonium, and the difference between that salt’s concentration and the ammonium concentration in the
measured water produces a charge separation. That charge separation is measured, relative to the reference
electrode, as a voltage that changes predictably with changes in the ammonium concentration in the water
adjacent the membrane.
The range of this sensor is 0 to 100 mg/l as nitrogen.
7.11.7. Ion selective electrode – Nitrate
This sensor has a membrane that is selective for nitrate and works in the same way as Ammonium electrode.
The range of this sensor is 0 to 100 mg/l as nitrogen.
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7.11.8. Ion selective electrode – Chloride
This sensor has a membrane that is selective for chloride and works in the same way as Ammonium electrode.
The range of this sensor is 0 to 18000 mg/l.
7.11.9. Ion selective electrode – Sodium
This sensor has a membrane that is selective for sodium and works in the same way as Ammonium electrode.
The range of this sensor is 0 to 20000 mg/l.
7.11.10. Ion selective electrode – Calcium
This sensor has a membrane that is selective for calcium and works in the same way as Ammonium electrode.
The range of this sensor is 0 to 40000 mg/l.
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8. Smart Water Ions
8.1. General description
The Smart Water Ions models specialize in the measurement of ions concentration for drinking water quality
control, agriculture water monitoring, swimming pools or waste water treatment.
The Smart Water line is complementary for these kinds of projects, enabling the control of parameters like
turbidity, conductivity, oxidation-reduction potential and dissolved oxygen. Take a look to the Smart Water line in
the previous section. Refer to Libelium website for more information.
There are 3 variants for Smart Water Ions: Single, Double and PRO. This is related to the type of ion sensor that
each variant can integrate. Next section describes each configuration in detail.
Figure: Smart Water Ions Waspmote Plug & Sense! model
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Single
This variant includes a Single Junction Reference Probe, so it can read all the single type ion sensors.
Sensor sockets are configured as shown in the table below.
Sensor
Socket
Sensor probes allowed for each sensor socket
Parameter
Reference
A, B, C and D
Calcium Ion (Ca2+)
9352
Fluoride Ion (F-)
9353
Fluoroborate Ion (BF4-)
9354
Nitrate Ion (NO3
-)
9355
pH (for Smart Water Ions)
9363
E
Single Junction Reference
9350 (included by default)
F
Soil/Water Temperature
9255 (included by default)
Figure: Sensor sockets configuration for Smart Water Ions model, single variant
Note: For more technical information about each sensor probe go to the Development section on the Libelium
website.
Double
This variant includes a Double Junction Reference Probe, so it can read all the double type ion sensors.
Sensor sockets are configured as shown in the table below.
Sensor
Socket
Sensor probes allowed for each sensor socket
Parameter
Reference
A, B, C and D
Bromide Ion (Br-)
9356
Chloride Ion (Cl-)
9357
Cupric Ion (Cu2+)
9358
Iodide Ion (I-)
9360
Silver Ion (Ag+)
9362
pH (for Smart Water Ions)
9363
E
Double Junction Reference
9351 (included by default)
F
Soil/Water Temperature
9255 (included by default)
Figure: Sensor sockets configuration for Smart Water Ions model, double variant
Note: For more technical information about each sensor probe go to the Development section on the Libelium
website.
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Pro
This special variant integrates extreme quality sensors, with better performance than the Single or Double lines.
In this case, there is only one type of reference probe and up to 16 different ion parameters can be analyzed in 4
sockets.
Sensor sockets are configured as shown in the table below.
Sensor
Socket
Sensor probes allowed for each sensor socket
Parameter
Reference
A, B, C or D
Ammonium Ion (NH4
+) [PRO]
9412
Bromide Ion (Br-) [PRO]
9413
Calcium Ion (Ca2+) [PRO]
9414
Chloride Ion (Cl-) [PRO]
9415
Cupric Ion (Cu2+) [PRO]
9416
Fluoride Ion (F-) [PRO]
9417
Iodide Ion (I-) [PRO]
9418
Lithium Ion (Li+) [PRO]
9419
Magnesium Ion (Mg2+) [PRO]
9420
Nitrate Ion (NO3
-) [PRO]
9421
Nitrite Ion (NO2
-) [PRO]
9422
Perchlorate Ion (ClO4
-) [PRO]
9423
Potassium Ion (K+) [PRO]
9424
Silver Ion (Ag+) [PRO]
9425
Sodium Ion (Na+) [PRO]
9426
pH [PRO]
9411
E
Reference Sensor Probe [PRO]
9410 (included by default)
F
Soil/Water Temperature
9255 (included by default)
Figure: Sensor sockets configuration for Smart Water Ions model, PRO variant
Note: For more technical information about each sensor probe go to the Development section on the Libelium
website.
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8.2. Soil/Water Temperature (Pt-1000) sensor probe
Sensor specifications
Measurement range: 0 ~ 100 ºC
Accuracy: DIN EN 60751
Resistance (0 ºC): 1000 Ω
Diameter: 6 mm
Length: 40 mm
Cable: ~5 cm
The resistance of the Pt-1000 sensor varies between approximately 920 Ω and 1200 Ω in the range considered useful
in agriculture applications (-20 ~ 50 ºC approximately), which results in too low variations of voltage at significant
changes of temperature for the resolution of the Waspmote’s analog-to-digital converter. The temperature value
is returned in Celsius degree (ºC).
Figure: Output voltage of the PT-1000 sensor with respect to temperature
Figure: Image of the Soil/Water Temperature sensor probe
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8.3. Reference probes
A reference electrode is an electrode which has a stable and well-known electrode potential. Reference electrodes
are critical to acquiring good electrochemical data. Drift in the reference electrode potential can cause quantitative
and qualitative errors in data collection and analysis beyond simple inaccuracies in the measured potential.
Plug & Sense! Smart Water Ions line has 3 different variants, according to the Reference Probes each Plug & Sense!
includes:
••
The Single variant always include a Single Junction Reference
••
The Double variant always include a Double Junction Reference
••
The PRO variant always include a PRO Junction Reference
The next sensors must be used with the Single Junction Reference Probe:
••
Fluoride Ion (F-) Sensor Probe
••
Fluoroborate Ion (BF4
-) Sensor Probe
••
Nitrate Ion (NO3
-) Sensor Probe
The next sensors must be used with the Double Junction Reference Probe:
••
Bromide Ion (Br-) Sensor Probe
••
Chloride Ion (Cl-) Sensor Probe
••
Cupric Ion (Cu2+) Sensor Probe
••
Iodide Ion (I-) Sensor Probe
••
Silver Ion (Ag+) Sensor Probe
The pH (for Smart Water Ions) Sensor must be always used with the Single or the Double Reference Probe.
All the PRO sensors must be used with the PRO Reference Probe (including the pH [PRO] sensor).
The Soil/Water Temperature Sensor is the only sensor in this board which does not need any Reference Probe.
Reference probes have a length of about 500 cm.
One Reference Probe must always be connected in the corresponding socket marked as REFERENCE in the Smart
Water Ions Sensor Board. Only one Reference Probe can be connected at the same time in the Smart Water Ions
Sensor Board. One single-type sensor and one double-type sensor can never be mixed in the same system at the
same time.
Figure: Reference Probe
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8.4. Ion sensors
In this table we can see the main features of the ions sensors. The ion sensors are divided in two groups depending
on the required reference (double, or single junction). In the Smart Water Ions Sensor Board, only one reference
can be connected at the same time, so is no possible to mix different sensor types.
Species
Construction
Concentration
range (mol/L)
pH
range
Temperature
range (ºC)
Dimensions
(mm)
Required
Reference
Bromide
(Br-)
Solid State
Half-cell
10-1-10-6
2-11
5-60
Ø10x155
Double Junction
Chloride
(Cl-)
Solid State
Half-cell
10-1-5x10-5
2-12
5-60
Ø10x155
Double Junction
Cupric
(Cu2+)
Solid State
Half-cell
10-1-10-6
2-12
5-60
Ø10x155
Double Junction
Iodide
(I-)
Solid State
Half-cell
10-1-5x10-7
2-12
5-60
Ø10x155
Double Junction
Silver (Ag+)*
Solid State
Half-cell
10-1-3x10-7
2-8 (Ag+)
5-60
Ø10x155
Double Junction
Fluoride
(F-)
Plastic
Membrane
Half-cell
10-1-10-6
5-7
5-60
Ø10x155
Single
Junction
Fluoroborate
(BF4
-)
Plastic
Membrane
Half-cell
10-1-3x10-6
2.5-11
5-60
Ø10x155
Single
Junction
Nitrate
(NO3
-)
Plastic
Membrane
Half-cell
10-1-10-5
2.5-11
5-60
Ø10x155
Single
Junction
* This sensor is also sensitive to Sulfide (S2-) ions; take this into account in terms of cross-sensitivity if the monitored
water could contain Sulfide. The user could even use this sensor to meter Sulfide ion if he is able to calibrate the
sensor by his own means.
The ion sensors have a cable length of ~500 cm.
8.5. pH sensor (for Smart Water Ions)
The pH sensor integrated in the Smart Water Ions Sensor Board are specific to be used with this board and in
combination with one of the Reference Probes. This pH sensor cannot be used with Smart Water Sensor Board,
which integrates another pH sensor, different from the one exposed in this section.
••
pH Range: 0-14
••
Temp. Range (ºC): 5-60
••
Internal Reference Type: Ag/AgCl
••
Dimensions (mm): Ø12x160
••
Reader accuracy: in function of calibration
••
Cable length: ~5 m
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8.6. PRO Ion Sensors
This is a special line of ion sensors. These sensors are solid state carbon nanotube-based selective electrodes.
This feature reduces the maintenance of the sensors and increases their stability on time. Also, these sensors can
be combined using a unique reference probe. In this table we can see the main features of the PRO ion sensors.
Ion
Sensitivity
Temp
(ºC)
pH
Lineal Range
Dimensions
(mm)
Ammonium Ion (NH4
+) Sensor Probe
[PRO]
-54 ± 5
5 - 50
4 - 8,5
0,09 - 9000
mg/L
K (-0,8); Na (-2,7); Mg (-3,2);
Ca (-4)
Bromide Ion (Br-) Sensor Probe [PRO]
-54 ± 5
5 - 50
1 - 12
0,4 - 8000 mg/L
Cl (-2,7); OH (-4,5)
Calcium Ion (Ca2+) Sensor Probe [PRO]
24 ± 5
5 - 50
3,5 - 8
0,4 - 4000 mg/L
NH4 (-3); K (-3,6); Na (-3,7)
Chloride Ion (Cl-) Sensor Probe [PRO]
-54 ± 5
5 - 50
2 - 12
1,5 - 35000
mg/L
Error presence of Ag or S
Cupric Ion (Cu2+) Sensor Probe [PRO]
24 ± 5
5 - 50
2 - 7
0,06 - 3200
mg/L
Error presence of Ag or Cl
Fluoride Ion (F-) Sensor Probe [PRO]
-54 ± 5
5 - 50
4 - 8
0,1 - 1900 mg/L
OH (-1); Maintain pH < 8
Iodide Ion (I-) Sensor Probe [PRO]
-54 ± 5
5 - 50
2 - 12
0,1 - 12000
mg/L
Error presence Ag or S;
Br (-3,4); Cl (-6)
Lithium Ion (Li+) Sensor Probe [PRO]
-54 ± 5
5 - 50
2 - 12
0,1 - 5000 mg/L
Na (-2,3); K (-2,4) H (-3)
Magnesium Ion (Mg2+) Sensor Probe
[PRO]
24 ± 5
5 - 50
3 - 8,5
2,4 - 2400 mg/L
Ca (-1); K (-3,6); Na (-3,9)
Nitrate Ion (NO3
-) Sensor Probe [PRO]
-54 ± 5
5 - 50
2 - 11
0,6 - 31000
mg/L
Br (-1,2); NO2 (-1,7); OH
(-1,8); AcO (-2,2)
Nitrite Ion (NO2
-) Sensor Probe [PRO]
-54 ± 5
5 - 50
4 - 8
2,5 - 1000 mg/L
SCN (-0,2); I (-2,2); ClO4
(-2,4); Br (-3,3)
Perchlorate Ion (ClO4
-) Sensor Probe
[PRO]
-54 ± 5
5 - 50
1 - 11
1 - 10000 mg/L
SCN (-1,7); NO3 (-1,7); I (-1,7)
Potassium Ion (K+) Sensor Probe [PRO]
-54 ± 5
5 - 50
1 - 9
0,4 - 3900 mg/L
NH4 (-2,1); Ca (-3,9), Li (-4,3);
Na (-4,6)
Sodium Ion (Na+) Sensor Probe [PRO]
-27 ± 5
5 - 50
1 - 9
0,1 - 3200 mg/L
K (-2,5); Ca (-3), Li (-3,2)
Silver Ion (Ag+) Sensor Probe [PRO]
56 ± 5
5 - 50
1 - 9
0,1 - 10000
mg/L
Error presence S o Hg
pH Sensor Probe [PRO]
-54 ± 5
5 - 50
0 - 14
0 - 14
-
Smart Water Ions Reference Sensor
Probe [PRO]
-
5 - 50
-
-
-
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The PRO Ion Sensor Probes are composed of two independent parts: the head (the ion membrane) and the holder.
We just need to change the header when it is not working properly due to the maximum lifetime was reached.
The image below shows how the sensor head must be connected in the holder.
Figure: Connecting the sensor head to the sensor holder
The PRO sensors have a cable length of ~500 cm.
Figure: Ion sensor holder
Figure: Ion sensor header
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9. Smart Cities PRO
9.1. General description
The main applications for this Waspmote Plug & Sense! model are noise maps (monitor in real time the acoustic
levels in the streets of a city), air quality, waste management, structural health, smart lighting, etc. Refer to Libelium
website for more information.
Figure: Smart Cities Waspmote Plug & Sense! model
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Sensor sockets are configured as shown in the figure below.
Sensor
Socket
Sensor probes allowed for each sensor socket
Parameter
Reference
A
Noise level sensor
NLS
Temperature + Humidity + Pressure
9370-P
Luminosity (Luxes accuracy)
9325-P
Ultrasound (distance measurement)
9246-P
B, C and F
Carbon Monoxide (CO) for low concentrations
[Calibrated]
9371-LC-P
Carbon Dioxide (CO2) [Calibrated]
9372-P
Oxygen (O2) [Calibrated]
9373-P
Ozone (O3) [Calibrated]
9374-P
Nitric
Oxide
(NO)
for
low
concentrations
[Calibrated]
9375-LC-P
Nitric Dioxide (NO2) high accuracy [Calibrated]
9376-HA-P
Sulfur Dioxide (SO2) high accuracy [Calibrated]
9377-HA-P
Ammonia (NH3) for low concentrations [Calibrated] 9378-LC-P
Ammonia
(NH3)
for
high
concentrations
[Calibrated]
9378-HC-P
Methane (CH4) and Combustible Gas [Calibrated]
9379-P
Hydrogen (H2) [Calibrated]
9380-P
Hydrogen Sulfide (H2S) [Calibrated]
9381-P
Hydrogen Chloride (HCl) [Calibrated]
9382-P
Hydrogen Cyanide (HCN) [Calibrated]
9383-P
Phosphine (PH3) [Calibrated]
9384-P
Ethylene (ETO) [Calibrated]
9385-P
Chlorine (Cl2) [Calibrated]
9386-P
D
Particle Matter (PM1 / PM2.5 / PM10) - Dust
9387-P
E
Temperature + Humidity + Pressure
9370-P
Luminosity (Luxes accuracy)
9325-P
Ultrasound (distance measurement)
9246-P
Figure: Sensor sockets configuration for Smart Cities PRO model
* Ask Libelium Sales Department for more information.
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As we see in the figure below, thanks to the directional probe, the ultrasound sensor probe may be placed in
different positions. The sensor can be focused directly to the point we want to measure.
Figure: Configurations of the ultrasound sensor probe
Note: For more technical information about each sensor probe go to the Development section in Libelium website.
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9.2. Noise / Sound Level Sensor sensor probe
9.2.1. Specifations of the Noise Level Sensor probe
••
Target parameter: LeqA
••
Microphone sensitivity: 12.7 mV / Pa
••
Range of the sensor: 50 dBA to 100 dBA
••
Accuracy: ±0.5 dBA (at 1 kHz)
••
Frequency range: 20 Hz – 20 kHz
••
Omni-directional microphone
••
A-weighting measure
••
Sound pressure level measurement (no weighting filter)
••
FAST mode (125 ms) and SLOW mode (1 second), software configurable
9.2.2. Specifications of the enclosure
••
Material: polycarbonate
••
Sealing: polyurethane
••
Cover screws: stainless steel
••
Ingress protection: IP65
••
Impact resistance: IK08
••
Rated insulation voltage AC: 690 V
••
Rated insulation voltage DC: 1000 V
••
Heavy metals-free
••
Weatherproof: true - nach UL 746 C
••
Ambient temperature (min.): -10 °C
••
Ambient temperature (max.): 50 °C
••
Approximated weight: 800 g
9.2.3. Calibration tests
In order to ensure the high quality of the Noise / Sound Level Sensor, each device is verified in an independent
test laboratory. After those tests, an official test report is issued by the laboratory for every Noise / Sound Level
Sensor, so the customer can verify the accuracy in dBA at different frequencies for each sound level probe. ee
below an example of this document.
Figure: Example of test report obtained in the laborator
Figure: Noise / Sound Level
sensor
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9.3. Smart environment PRO sensors
The Plug & Sense! Smart Cities PRO models allow to connect the sensors available on the Plug & Sense! Smart
Environment PRO sensors, including gas sensors, the Particle Matter sensor, the triple temperature, humidity and
pressure sensor, the Luxes sensor and the ultrasound sensor. You can find detailed info in the chapter “Smart
Environment PRO” and also in the Gases PRO Guide for these sensor probes:
••
Particle Matter (PM1 / PM2.5 / PM10) - Dust
••
Carbon Monoxide (CO) for high concentrations [Calibrated]
••
Carbon Monoxide (CO) for low concentrations [Calibrated]
••
Carbon Dioxide (CO2) [Calibrated]
••
Molecular Oxygen (O2) [Calibrated]
••
Ozone (O3) [Calibrated]
••
Ammonia (NH3) for low concentrations [Calibrated]
••
Ammonia (NH3) for high concentrations [Calibrated]
••
Nitric Oxide (NO) for low concentrations [Calibrated]
••
Nitric Dioxide (NO2) high accuracy [Calibrated]
••
Sulfur Dioxide (SO2) high accuracy [Calibrated]Methane (CH4) and Combustible Gases [Calibrated]
••
Molecular Hydrogen (H2) [Calibrated]
••
Hydrogen Sulfide (H2S) [Calibrated]
••
Hydrogen Chloride (HCl) [Calibrated]
••
Hydrogen Cyanide (HCN) [Calibrated]
••
Phosphine (PH3) [Calibrated]
••
Ethylene Oxide (ETO) [Calibrated]
••
Chlorine (Cl2) [Calibrated]
••
Temperature, Humidity and Pressure
••
Ultrasound sensor probe
••
Luminosity (Luxes accuracy)
Calibrated gas sensors are manufactured once the order has been placed to ensure maximum durability of the
calibration feature. The manufacturing process and delivery may take from 4 to 6 weeks. The lifetime of calibrated
gas sensors is 6 months working at maximum accuracy. We strongly encourage our customers to buy extra gas
sensors to replace the original ones after that time to ensure maximum accuracy and performance.
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9.4. Important notes for Calibrated Sensors
1º - Calibrated gas sensors are manufactured once the order has been placed to ensure maximum durability
of the calibration feature. Libelium keeps a minimum stock of calibrated gas sensors to ensure the maximum
durability. Ensambling process and delivery time takes from 1 to 2 weeks in case the current stock is enough for
the order and from 4 to 6 weeks in case the order is higher than the stock available and new sensors units need
to be manufactured and calibrated. Please inform as soon as possible of your sensor requirements to our Sales
agents so that they can order the units needed to factory.
2º - Lifetime of calibrated gas sensors is 6 months working at its maximum accuracy as every sensor looses a small
percentage of its original calibration monthly in a range that may go from 0.5% to 2% (depending on the external
conditions: humidity, temperature, measured gas concentration, if there are another type of gas present which
corrode the sensor, etc). We strongly encourage our customers to buy extra gas sensor probes to replace the
originals after that time to ensure maximum accuracy and performance. Any sensor should be understood as a
disposable item; that means that after some months it should be replaced by a new unit.
3º - Electrochemical calibrated gas sensors are a good alternative to the professional metering gas stations
however they have some limitations. The most important parameters of each sensor are the nominal range and
the accuracy. If you need to reach an accuracy of ±0.1 ppm remember not to choose a sensor with an accuracy of
±1 ppm. Take a look in the chapter dedicated to each sensor in the Gases PRO Guide (Development section on the
Libelium website). We show a summary table at the end of the current document for quick reference.
4º - Libelium indicates an accuracy for each sensor just as an ideal reference (for example, “±0.1 ppm”). This
theoretical figure has been calculated as the best error the user could expect, the optimum case. In real conditions,
the measurement error may be bigger (for example, “±0.3 ppm”). The older the sensor is, the more deteriorated
it is, so the accuracy gets worse. Also, the more extreme the concentration to meter is, the worse the accuracy
is. And also, the more extreme the environmental conditions are, the quicker the sensor decreases its accuracy.
5º - In order to increase the accuracy and reduce the response time we strongly recommend to keep the gas
sensor board ON as electrochemical sensors have a very low consumption (less than 1 mA). So these sensors
should be left powered ON while Waspmote enters into deepsleep mode. Latest code examples implement in the
new API of Waspmote v15 follow this strategy. If you are using the old version of the API and boards (v12) write in
our Forum and we will help you to modify your code.
6º - These sensors need a stabilization time to work properly, in some cases hours. We recommend wait 24hours
of functioning (always with the gas sensor board ON) to ensure that the values of the sensors are stable.
7º - AFE boards for electrochemical gas sensors have different gain options. The system integrator must choose
the adequate gain according to the concentration range to measure. For low concentrations, higher gains are
recommended. To know how choosing the right gain, see the chapter “How to choose the right gain resistor” from
the Gases PRO Guide.
8º - A digital smoothing filter based on previous values is interesting to reduce noise. It will increase the accuracy
of the gases PRO sensors. The filter adequate for its application (note that every sample given by the library has
already been filtered inside Waspmote) means from 4 to 8 values.
A simple moving average can be used to increase the accuracy and reduce the noise.
Where:
••
Filtered value are the concentration value with the mean filter applied
••
sample are the measurements taken by the gas sensors being samplet the last measurement, samplet-1 the
penultimate measurement, etc.
••
n are the number of samples to calculate the moving mean.
Other filters can be applied according to the project requirements.
9º - Take into account that developing a robust application for gases detection or measurement may take an
important effort of testing and knowing the insights of the sensor probes and code that reads them.
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10. Smart Parking
10.1. General description
The Smart Parking node allows to detect available parking spots by placing the node on the pavement. It works
with a magnetic sensor which detects when a vehicle is present or not.
The node benefits from Sigfox and LoRaWAN technologies (868 and 900 MHz bands), getting ubiquitous coverage
with few base stations. The device is very optimized in terms of power consumption, resulting in a long battery life.
Its small size and the robust and surface-mount enclosure enables a fast installation, without the need of digging
a hole in the ground. Finally, the developer does not need to program the node, but just configure some key
parameters. Remote management and bidirectional communication allow to change parameters from the Cloud.
Figure: Smart Parking node
Note: There are specific documents for parking applications on the Libelium website. Refer to the Smart Parking
Technical Guide to see typical applications for this model and how to make a good installation.
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11. Smart Agriculture
11.1. General description
The Smart Agriculture models allow to monitor multiple environmental parameters involving a wide range of
applications. It has been provided with sensors for air and soil temperature and humidity, solar visible radiation,
wind speed and direction, rainfall, atmospheric pressure, etc.
The main applications for this Waspmote Plug & Sense! model are precision agriculture, irrigation systems,
greenhouses, weather stations, etc. Refer to Libelium website for more information.
Two variants are possible for this model, normal and PRO. Next section describes each configuration in detail.
Figure: Smart Agriculture Waspmote Plug & Sense! model
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Normal
Sensor sockets are configured as shown in the figure below.
Sensor
Socket
Sensor probes allowed for each sensor socket
Parameter
Reference
A
Weather Station WS-3000 (anemometer + wind vane +
pluviometer)
9256-P
B
Soil Moisture 1
9248-P, 9324-P, 9323-P
C
Soil Moisture 3
9248-P, 9324-P, 9323-P
D
Soil Temperature
86949*
Temperature + Humidity + Pressure
9370-P
Luminosity (Luxes accuracy)
9325-P
Ultrasound (distance measurement)
9246-P
E
Leaf Wetness
9249-P
Soil Moisture 2
9248-P, 9324-P, 9323-P
F (digital
bus)
Temperature + Humidity + Pressure
9370-P
Luminosity (Luxes accuracy)
9325-P
Ultrasound (distance measurement)
9246-P
Figure: Sensor sockets configuration for Smart Agriculture model
* Ask Libelium Sales Department for more information.
Note: For more technical information about each sensor probe go to the Development section on the Libelium
website.