HOBO USB Micro Station Data Logger
Part Number -

H21-USB

HOBO USB Micro Station Data Logger

$299.00 USD
Rugged and compact, the redesigned HOBO USB Micro Station is a weatherproof data logger for multi-channel monitoring of microclimates.

Important Information

External sensors sold separately. The HOBO H21-USB Micro Station requires a USB cable and HOBOware software.

Please note that the H21-USB is not compatible with macOS 13 and 14

Compatible with

Overview

Rugged and compact, the redesigned HOBO USB Micro Station is a weatherproof data logger for multi-channel monitoring of microclimates. This battery-powered station accepts up to five plug-and-play Smart Sensors and has a hinged door to make sensor installation simple and quick. The Micro Station is equipped with a built-in USB port for fast, efficient data readout to a computer, and integrated mounting tabs for easy installation.

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Features
  • Compact size for easy deployment
  • Weatherproof IP66 enclosure for harsh environments
  • Direct USB offload--no need for an adapter cable
  • Includes five Smart Sensor inputs
  • Hinged door and integrated mounting tabs
  • Runs for up to a year on four standard AA batteries
  • Compatible with HOBOware and HOBOware Pro software for logger setup and graphing & analysis
Specifications

Data Logger

Operating Range
-20° to 50°C with alkaline batteries
-4° to 122°F with alkaline batteries
-40 to 70°C with lithium batteries
-40 to 158°F with lithium batteries
Smart Sensor Connectors

5

Smart Sensor Data Channels

Maximum of 15 (some smart sensors use more than one data channel; see sensor manual for details)

Smart Sensor Network Cable Length
100 m maximum
328 ft maximum
Logging Interval

1 second to 18 hours

Start Modes

Immediate, at interval, push button, or delayed start

Memory Modes

Stop when full or wrap when full

Memory

512 KB nonvolatile flash data storage

Time Accuracy

0 to 2 seconds for the first data point and ±5 seconds per week at 25°C (77°F)

Battery Type
Four AA 1.5 V alkaline batteries for operating conditions of -20° to 50°C
Four AA 1.5 V alkaline batteries for operating conditions of -4° to 122°F
Four AA 1.5 V lithium batteries for operating conditions of -40 to 70°C
Four AA 1.5 V lithium batteries for operating conditions of -40 to 158°F
Battery Life

1 year, typical use (up to five sensors with 1 minute or greater logging interval)

Communication Type

USB 2.0 interface

Full Memory Download Time

4 minutes

Enclosure Access

Hinged door secured by one latch with eyelet for use with user-supplied padlock

Materials

Outer enclosure: Polycarbonate/PBT blend with stainless steel hinge pins; Gasket: Silicone foam; Cable channel: EPDM rubber

Dimensions
17.04 x 11.94 x 4.47 cm see diagrams below Padlock hole diameter: 0.58 cm
6.71 x 4.70 x 1.76 in. see diagrams below Padlock hole diameter: 0.23 in.
Weight
414 g
14.6 oz
Environmental Rating

Weatherproof enclosure, NEMA 4X and IP66

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CE Compliance Mark
Compatible items

Graphing & Analysis

HOBOware Pro Download Version - HOBOware Pro Download
$75.00 USD
HOBOware Pro USB Drive - HOBOware Pro USB Drive
$99.00 USD
USB Cable
$21.00 USD

Barometric Pressure

Smart Barometric Pressure Sensor
$325.00 USD
Weatherproof Extension Housing
$55.00 USD
Smart Sensor Extension Cable - 2m length
$40.00 USD
Smart Sensor Extension Cable - 5m length
$50.00 USD
Smart Sensor Extension Cable - 10m length
$65.00 USD
Smart Sensor Extension Cable - 25m length
$79.00 USD

Kilowatt Hours (kWh)

WattNode 208/240 VAC 3-phase Delta/Wye kWh Transducer Sensor
$385.00 USD
WattNode 480 VAC 3-phase Delta/Wye kWh Transducer Sensor
$395.00 USD
WattNode 208/240 VAC 1,2, or 3 Phase Wye kWh Transducer Sensor
$340.00 USD
WattNode 208-240 VAC 2 or 3 Branch Circuit kWh Transducer Sensor
$350.00 USD
Electronic Switch Pulse Input Adapter - 1 meter Sensor
$115.00 USD
Electronic Switch Pulse Input Adapter - 6 meters Sensor
$125.00 USD
20 Amp Accu-CT Split-Core Current Transformer 333mV Sensor
$105.00 USD
50 Amp Accu-CT Split-Core Current Transformer 333mV Sensor
$105.00 USD
100 Amp Accu-CT Split-Core Current Transformer 333mV Sensor
$105.00 USD
250 Amp Accu-CT Split-Core Current Transformer 333mV Sensor
$105.00 USD
100 AMP Split-core AC Current Transformer Sensor
$79.00 USD
200 AMP Split-core AC Current Transformer Sensor
$79.00 USD
600 AMP Split-core AC Current Transformer Sensor
$99.00 USD
Voltage Input Lead Set
$160.00 USD

Leaf Wetness

Leaf Wetness Smart Sensor
$199.00 USD
Weatherproof Extension Housing
$55.00 USD
Smart Sensor Extension Cable - 2m length
$40.00 USD
Smart Sensor Extension Cable - 5m length
$50.00 USD
Smart Sensor Extension Cable - 10m length
$65.00 USD
Smart Sensor Extension Cable - 25m length
$79.00 USD

Light Intensity

Photosynthetic Light (PAR) Smart Sensor
$299.00 USD
Solar Radiation (Silicon Pyranometer) Smart Sensor
$299.00 USD
Light Sensor Bracket
$55.00 USD
Light Sensor Level
$60.00 USD
NDVI Light Sensor Bracket
$40.00 USD
Weatherproof Extension Housing
$55.00 USD
Smart Sensor Extension Cable - 2m length
$40.00 USD
Smart Sensor Extension Cable - 5m length
$50.00 USD
Smart Sensor Extension Cable - 10m length
$65.00 USD
Smart Sensor Extension Cable - 25m length
$79.00 USD

Pulse Input

Electronic Switch Pulse Input Adapter - 1 meter Sensor
$115.00 USD
Electronic Switch Pulse Input Adapter - 6 meters Sensor
$125.00 USD
Contact Closure Pulse Input Adapter - 1 meter Sensor
$115.00 USD
Contact Closure Pulse Input Adapter - 6 meters Sensor
$125.00 USD

Rainfall

Davis® 0.01" Rain Gauge Smart Sensor
$299.00 USD
Davis® 0.2 mm Rain Gauge Smart Sensor
$299.00 USD
0.01" Rain Gauge (2m cable) Smart Sensor
$579.00 USD
0.2 mm Rainfall (2m cable) Smart Sensor
$579.00 USD
Contact Closure Pulse Input Adapter - 1 meter Sensor
$115.00 USD
Contact Closure Pulse Input Adapter - 6 meters Sensor
$125.00 USD
Weatherproof Extension Housing
$55.00 USD
Smart Sensor Extension Cable - 2m length
$40.00 USD
Smart Sensor Extension Cable - 5m length
$50.00 USD
Smart Sensor Extension Cable - 10m length
$65.00 USD
Smart Sensor Extension Cable - 25m length
$79.00 USD

Relative Humidity

Temperature/Relative Humidity (2m cable) Smart Sensor
$229.00 USD
Temperature/Relative Humidity (8m cable) Smart Sensor
$239.00 USD
Solar Radiation Shield
$75.00 USD
Weatherproof Extension Housing
$55.00 USD
Smart Sensor Extension Cable - 2m length
$40.00 USD
Smart Sensor Extension Cable - 5m length
$50.00 USD
Smart Sensor Extension Cable - 10m length
$65.00 USD
Smart Sensor Extension Cable - 25m length
$79.00 USD

Soil Moisture

EC5 Soil Moisture Smart Sensor
$219.00 USD
10HS Soil Moisture Smart Sensor
$219.00 USD
Weatherproof Extension Housing
$55.00 USD
Smart Sensor Extension Cable - 2m length
$40.00 USD
Smart Sensor Extension Cable - 5m length
$50.00 USD
Smart Sensor Extension Cable - 10m length
$65.00 USD
Smart Sensor Extension Cable - 25m length
$79.00 USD

Temperature

12-Bit Temperature Smart Sensor - 2m cable - 2m Cable
$129.00 USD
12-Bit Temperature Smart Sensor - 6m cable - 6m Cable
$145.00 USD
12-Bit Temperature Smart Sensor - 17m cable - 17m Cable
$169.00 USD
Solar Radiation Shield
$75.00 USD
Weatherproof Extension Housing
$55.00 USD
Smart Sensor Extension Cable - 2m length
$40.00 USD
Smart Sensor Extension Cable - 5m length
$50.00 USD
Smart Sensor Extension Cable - 10m length
$65.00 USD
Smart Sensor Extension Cable - 25m length
$79.00 USD

Water Flow

No-lead Water Flow Meter Sensor
$315.00 USD
Contact Closure Pulse Input Adapter - 1 meter Sensor
$115.00 USD
Contact Closure Pulse Input Adapter - 6 meters Sensor
$125.00 USD

Wind

Davis® Wind Speed and Direction Smart Sensor
$405.00 USD
Wind Direction Smart Sensor
$469.00 USD
Wind Speed Smart Sensor
$329.00 USD
Wind Speed and Direction Set Smart Sensor
$760.00 USD
Grounding Wire
$20.00 USD
Full Cross Arm
$105.00 USD
Half Cross Arm
$80.00 USD
Weatherproof Extension Housing
$55.00 USD
Smart Sensor Extension Cable - 2m length
$40.00 USD
Smart Sensor Extension Cable - 5m length
$50.00 USD
Smart Sensor Extension Cable - 10m length
$65.00 USD
Smart Sensor Extension Cable - 25m length
$79.00 USD

Batteries

Lithium Batteries
$30.00 USD

Desiccants

Large Desiccant Pack (25-count)
$21.00 USD

Batteries

Lithium Batteries
$30.00 USD

Cable Adapters - Splitter

Smart Sensor Consolidator Box Adapter
$169.00 USD

Cable Management

Cable Caddy
$125.00 USD

Compliance Certificates

Compliance Certification
$30.00 USD

Grounding Wires

Grounding Wire
$20.00 USD
Grounding Kit
$90.00 USD

Tripod Parts, Kits and Masts

3m mast
$80.00 USD
1.5 meter mast
$60.00 USD
1-5/8" U-bolts (Qty 2)
$11.00 USD
HWS 3m Tripod Tower with mast
$230.00 USD
HWS 2m Tripod Tower with mast
$90.00 USD
1-5/8" U-bolts (Qty 2)
$11.00 USD
Grounding Kit
$90.00 USD
HWS Guy Wire Kit
$90.00 USD
1/2" Stake Kit
$60.00 USD
1/4" Stake Kit
$40.00 USD
HOBO Weather Station 3-Meter Tripod Kit
$410.00 USD
HOBO Weather Station 2-Meter Tripod Kit
$290.00 USD
1-5/8" U-bolts (Qty 2)
$11.00 USD
1-5/8" U-bolts (Qty 2)
$11.00 USD

Accessories

HOBO North Face Groundwork Backpack
$95.00 USD
What's in the box
  • HOBO H21-USB Micro Station
  • Four AA 1.5V alkaline batteries
  • Rubber plugs
  • Grease packet
  • Screws and washers
  • Cable ties
Documents

HOBO® Micro Station (H21-USB) Manual 20875

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Quick Start for the HOBO® Micro Station (H21-USB)

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H21-USB Data Logger Data Sheet

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