The new 2024 version fruit maps temperature sensor is a battery powered high accuracy temperature sensor. Data is sent at intervals of 10 minutes (typical) and battery life is 2-3 years.
Items included
- Electronic sensor circuit board with non-replaceable battery and high accuracy temperature sensor
- New upgraded 5 plate round sensor radiation shield
- Stainless steel mounting bracket
- Small antenna
Other items required & optional
- WiFi or Cellular sensor gateway (1 required per site)
- Sensor signal repeater (optional)
- 5m aerial extension cable & 115mm aerial (optional)
No On-going monitoring charges
There are no ongoing monitoring fees charged per active sensor. Monitoring is included for the life of the sensor (typically 2-3 years). At this time the sensor will need to be replaced.
Please note
Visit the FruitMaps website (https://fruitmaps.info)
Depending on location and distance to the gateway there are aerial options available. With direct line-of-sight between sensor and gateway (no obstacles - no trees - no walls - no hills etc) range up to several kilometres is possible.
Testimonial
Marcello (from CQU): I used these sensors extensively in my research work. They use the Silabs SI7051 temperature sensor, a more precise sensor than you will find in most loggers. I ran the units for over 2 years on a single set of batteries, logging at 15 min intervals. Range depends on level of obstructions (trees, hills), but several kilometers is typical. The aerial cable extension for the sensor aerial enables it to be mounted above the tree canopy. We use a PVC pipe over a star picket as a mast.
Photos
Sorry, there is no current photo of this new version. We will get one up here as soon as possible.