Part Number - U30-NRC
HOBO U30 USB Weather Station
15 Channel Energy Monitoring and Weather Station Data Logger
From $600.00 USD
A rugged weather station for outdoor environmental monitoring; easily configurable for specific application needs, with up to 15 channels to collect environmental data.
Important Information
External sensors sold separately. Requires HOBOware software and a communications device. See compatible items below.
Compatible with
Overview
A rugged weather station for outdoor environmental monitoring. Easily configurable for specific application needs, with up to 15 channels to collect environmental data and then upload it to HOBOware software for analysis. HOBOware Pro software is recommended for extended features. This station is available in two models: the U30-NRC-000-10-S100-000 and the U30-NRC-VIA-10-S100-000, which includes two analog inputs.
Features
- All electronics are housed within a rugged double-weatherproof, tamper-proof enclosure
- Setup is quick and easy with plug-and-play sensors
- Fast data offload via USB
- Optional analog inputs with sensor excitation
- Includes relay that can be activated on user-defined alarm conditions
Country of Origin
United States
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Specifications
Station
- Normal Operating Range
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-20 to 40°C-4 to 104°F
- Extended Operating Range
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-40 to 60°C (-40 to 140°F) - see "Rechargeable Battery service Life" for impact of operations in Extended Operating Range.
- Smart Sensor Connectors
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10
- Smart Sensor compatibility
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Compatible with most Onset smart sensors, except for the S-BPA, S-TMA and S-THA
- Smart Sensor Data Channels
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Maximum of 15 (some sensors use more than one data channel; see sensor manual for details)
- Alarm Output Relay
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One relay contact closure can be configured as normally open, normally closed, or pulsed. Voltage: 30 V Current: 1 amp max.
- Smart Sensor Network Cable Length
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100 m maximum328 ft maximum
- Logging Interval
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1 second to 18 hours
- Start Modes
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Immediate, at interval, push button, or delayed start
- Memory Modes
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Stop when full or wrap when full
- Memory
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512 KB nonvolatile flash data storage
- Operational Indicators
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Three status lights provide basic diagnostics
- Time Accuracy
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0 to 2 seconds for the first data point and ±5 seconds per week at 25°C (77°F)
- Battery Type/Power Source
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4 Volt, 10 AHr, rechargeable sealed lead-acid; external power required using one of these options: AC power adapter (AC-U30) or solar panel (SOLAR-xW)
- Rechargeable Battery Service Life
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Typical 3–5 years depending upon conditions of use. Operation within the extended operating range (but outside the normal range) will reduce battery service life.
- Communication Type
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Full speed USB via USB mini-B connector
- Full Memory Download Time
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4 minutes
- Enclosure Access
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Hinged door secured by two latches with eyelets for securing with user-supplied padlocks
- Materials
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Outer enclosure: Polycarbonate/PBT blend with stainless steel hinge pins and brass insertsInner enclosure: Polycarbonate with brass insertsU-Bolts: Steel with zinc dichromate finishGaskets: Silicone rubberCable entry channel: EPDM rubberCable entry bars: Aluminum, metal thumbscrews with plastic heads
- Dimensions
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18.9 H x 11.8 D x 18.1 W cmsee diagrams on next page
- Weight
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2.2 kg4 lbs 13 oz
- Mounting
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3.8 cm mast or wall mount1.5 inch mast or wall mount
- Environmental Rating
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Weatherproof enclosure, tested to NEMA 6 (Requires proper installation of cable channel system)
Analog Sensor Port
- Input Channels
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Two, single-ended
- Field Wiring
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Two- or three-wire via screw terminals on detachable connector, 16–24 AWG
- Replacement Detachable Connectors
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Part of spares kit, Part No. A-FS-CVIA-7P-1
- Input Range
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User-configurable: 0–20 mA DC, 0–2.5 VDC, 0–5 VDC, 0–10 VDC, and 0–20 VDC (the voltage range is determined based on the raw values entered for the voltage scaling in HOBOware)
- Minimum/Maximum Input Voltage
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0 / 24 VDC
- Minimum/Maximum Input Current
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0 / 24 mA DC
- Minimum Current Source Impedance
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> 20 KΩ
- Accuracy
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±0.25% of FSR from 50mV to FSV
- ADC Resolution
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12 bits
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Compatible items
4-20 mA
AC Current
AC Voltage
Air Velocity
DC Current
DC Voltage
Differential Pressure
Gauge Pressure
Kilowatt Hours (kWh)
Leaf Wetness
Light Intensity
Pulse Input
Rainfall
Relative Humidity
Soil Moisture
Temperature
Water Flow
Communication Cables
Batteries
AC Power
Analog Input Adapter
Cable Adapters - Splitter
Cable Management
Compliance Certificates
Solar Power
Third-party Sensor AC Power
Tripod Parts, Kits and Masts
What's in the box
- HOBO U30-NRC Station Data Logger
- Mounting kit
- Grounding wire
- Cable entry and sealing kit
- Optional analog sensor port (if ordered)
- Optional sensor expander board (if ordered)
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