Data Loggers for Water Monitoring
For more than three decades, Onset HOBO data loggers have set the standard for reliable, accurate data logging in water research. Our research-grade data loggers offer unparalleled ease-of-use, and deliver exceptional reliability in even the harshest environments.
Whether you need to track water temperature in a stream or salinity in an estuary, Onset has a cost-effective solution for monitoring water parameters.
- Research-grade quality provides years of reliable performance
- Low-cost helps maximize spatial coverage
- HOBOware software makes it easy to analyze data
- Optional waterproof data shuttle for convenient data offload
Water Temperature Data Loggers
Measuring water temperature has long been a hallmark of the Onset product line, and we are experts at providing accurate, low-cost data loggers that researchers can rely on.
Our suite of water temperature loggers includes four choices: the tiny TidbiT v2 for low-cost monitoring in tight spaces; the HOBO Water Temp Pro v2, featuring a durable streamlined case for extended deployment in fresh or salt water; and our affordably priced HOBO Pendant loggers for measuring both temperature and light intensity. We even offer temperature loggers rated for use at full ocean depth of 11,000m! Browse Water Temperature Data Loggers
Water Level Data Loggers
The HOBO U20 Water Level data loggers feature research-grade accuracy at a great price, and are extremely easy to use, with no cumbersome vent tubes or desiccants to maintain.
They are ideal for recording water levels and temperatures in wells, streams, lakes, and wetlands at depths up to 250 feet. A titanium model is available for salt water deployment in brackish wetlands and tidal areas. Browse Water Level Data Loggers
For real-time or remote water level monitoring see our U30 Remote Water Level Monitoring solution.
Water Quality Data Loggers
Onset Water Quality data loggers include the HOBO U26 Dissolved Oxygen logger for measuring concentrations of oxygen, and the HOBO U24 Conductivity logger for monitoring conductivity, and temperature in lakes, streams, rivers, estuaries, and coastal waters.
Both loggers feature unique sensor technologies developed for long-term deployments in water with minimal maintenance – all at a fraction of the cost of other water quality monitoring options. Browse Water Quality Data Loggers
Advanced Software Solutions
HOBOware – PC or Mac-based Graphing & Analysis
For use with all HOBO U-Series products- Easy, fast logger setup for all HOBO data loggers
- Presentation quality graphs
- Powerful analysis
- One-click export to MS Excel
- See Demo
HOBOlink – Web-based Display/Readout
For use with HOBO U30 Weather Stations- Real-time data via the web for HOBO U30 systems
- Setup and manage alarm notifications over the web
- Download data files to HOBOware, MS Excel
- See Demo
Easy Logger Setup and Readout –
HOBOware Pro makes it fast and easy to set up HOBO data loggers for deployment, and readout the loggers after data has been collected. Settings are configured using simple, intuitive windows.
HOBOware also offers a number of time-saving options that allow you to launch and offload multiple data loggers quickly by bypassing a number of default setup actions. This is ideal for projects involving multiple deployments of the same logger type.
Additional Resources
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