HOBO 2x External Temperature Data Logger
Part Number -

U23-003

HOBO 2x External Temperature Data Logger

Discontinued

$259.00 USD
A weatherproof data logger with two external soil/water temperature probes on 6-foot cables for fast sensor response and deployment in tight spaces.

Important Information

Requires HOBOware software and either an Optic USB Base Station or HOBO Waterproof Shuttle (U-DTW-1). HOBOware Pro is required when using the HOBO Waterproof Shuttle. See compatible items below.

Compatible with

Please note! Our U23 line of data loggers will soon be discontinued. We recommend upgrading to MX2300 loggers that offer the same reliability, enhanced performance, plus convenient Bluetooth wireless data offload:

Upgrade to a Bluetooth MX2303!

Overview

A weatherproof data logger with two external soil/water temperature probes on 6-foot cables for fast sensor response and deployment in tight spaces.

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Diagram of data retrieval from U23 data logger using optic base station.
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Diagram showing installation of U23 data logger and solar radiation shield.
Features
  • Weatherproof housing for use in outdoor or condensing environments
  • High accuracy
  • Small-diameter external sensor versions for measurements in tight spaces
  • Optic USB interface for fast and reliable download
  • Compatible with HOBOware and HOBOware Pro software for logger setup, graphing, and analysis
Specifications

Temperature Sensor

Operation Range

U23-001A internal sensor: -40 to 70°C (-40 to 158°F)

U23-002A external temperature sensor: -40 to 70°C (-40 to 158°F)

U23-003 and U23-004 external sensors: -40 to 100°C (-40 to 212°F), with tip and cable immersion in fresh water up to 50°C (122°F) for one year

Accuracy

U23-001A and U23-002A: ±0.25°C from -40 to 0°C (±0.45 from -40 to 32°F), ±0.2°C from 0 to 70°C (±0.36 from 32 to 158°F)

U23-003 and U23-004: ±0.21°C from 0° to 50°C (±0.38°F from 32° to 122°F); see Plot A

Resolution

U23-001A and U23-002A: 0.04°C (0.072°F)

U23-003 and U23-004: 0.02°C at 25°C (0.04°F at 77°F); see Plot A

Response Time (Typical to 90%)

U23-001A internal sensor: 10 minutes in air moving 1 m/sec

U23-002A external temperature sensor: 3 minutes, 45 seconds in air moving 1 m/sec

U23-003 and U23-004 external sensors: 3 minutes in air moving

1 m/sec; 30 seconds in stirred water

Drift

U23-001A and U23-002A: <0.01°C (0.018°F) per year

U23-003 and U23-004: <0.1°C (0.18°F) per year

Relative Humidity Sensor (U23-001A, U23-002A only)

Operation Range

0 to 100% RH, -40° to 70°C (-40° to 158°F)

Exposure to conditions below -20°C (-4°F) or above 95% RH may temporarily increase the maximum RH sensor error by an additional 1%

Accuracy

±2.5% from 10% to 90% RH typical to a maximum of ±3.5% including hysteresis at 25°C (77°F); below 10% and above 90% ±5% typical

Resolution

0.05%

Response Time (Typical to 90%)

U23-001A: 40 minutes in air moving 1 m/sec with protective cap

U23-002A: 15 seconds in air moving 1 m/sec

Drift

<1% per year typical

Logger

Operation Range
-40° to 70°C
-40° to 158°F
Real-time Clock
±1 minute per month 0° to 50°C
32° to 122°F
Battery

1/2 AA, 3.6 Volt lithium, user-replaceable (HP-B)

Battery Life (Typical Use)

3 years with 1 minute or greater logging interval

Memory (Non-Volatile)

64K bytes memory (approx. 21,000 temperature and RH measurements)

Materials

All models: ASA styrene polymer housing and mounting clamp; polypropylene protective cap; Buna-N o-ring(s); U23-001A,

U23-002A only: ASA styrene polymer RH sensor cap; modified hydrophobic polyethersulfone membrane

Cables

U23-001A: No cables

U23-002A: One 184 cm (6 ft) PVC cable; sensor diameter 1 cm (0.38 in.)

U23-003: Two 184 cm (6 ft) PVC cables; sensor diameter 0.5 cm (0.20 in.)

U23-004: One 184 cm (6 ft) PVC cable; sensor diameter 0.5 cm (0.20 in.)

Environmental Rating

Electronics housing is NEMA 6P equivalent (tolerant of brief submergence);

Units with RH sensors are NEMA 4 equivalent (splash-resistant)

Launch Modes

Immediate start; delayed start

Logging Interval

Fixed-rate or multiple logging intervals, with up to 8 user-defined logging intervals and durations; logging intervals from 1 second to 18 hours

Offload Modes

Offload while logging; stop and offload

Battery Indication

Battery voltage can be viewed in status screen and optionally logged in datafile. Low battery indication in datafile.

Weight

U23-001A: 57 g (1.5 oz); U23-002A: 118 g (3.1 oz); U23-003: 138 g (3.7 oz); U23-004: 102 g (2.7 oz)

Dimensions
Housing measures 10.2 × 3.8 cm
4.0 × 1.5 in.
NIST Certificate

Temperature certificate available for additional charge

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CE Compliance Mark
Compatible items

Compliance Certificates

Compliance Certification
$30.00 USD

Data Offload - Base Stations - Shuttles - Couplers

Replacement Coupler for HOBO Pro v2
$20.00 USD

NIST Setup & Certifications

Setup Charge for NIST Traceable Certification
$51.00 USD
NIST Temperature Point Certification
$51.00 USD

Solar Radiation Shields

Solar Radiation Shield
$75.00 USD

UV Protection Caps

5 UV Protection Caps for U23 Series Data Loggers
$30.00 USD

Accessories

HOBO North Face Groundwork Backpack
$95.00 USD

Batteries

Replacement battery for U23 data loggers (sold individually)
$16.00 USD

Desiccants

Small Desiccant Pack (25-count)
$15.00 USD

Communications

HOBO Optic USB Base Station
$199.00 USD

Data Offload - Base Stations - Shuttles - Couplers

HOBO Waterproof Shuttle
$355.00 USD

Graphing & Analysis

HOBOware Pro Download Version - HOBOware Pro Download
$75.00 USD
HOBOware Pro USB Drive - HOBOware Pro USB Drive
$99.00 USD
What's in the box
  • HOBO U23-003 2x External Temp Data Logger
  • Clamp and mounting screws
  • UV protective cap
Documents

HOBO Pro v2 Data Logger (U23-00x) User's Manual

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HOBO® Pro v2 Logger (U23-00x) Quick Start

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