WVC-GS Soil Radio
WVC-GS Soil Radio
Section titled “WVC-GS Soil Radio”The WVC-GS Soil Radio is a specialized wireless transmitter designed for remote soil moisture monitoring. It interfaces directly with industry-standard SDI-12 sensors to provide high-precision environmental data.
Key Features
Section titled “Key Features”- SDI-12 Sensor Support: Compatible with various SDI-12 soil moisture, temperature, and salinity probes.
- Precision Data Collection: Captures multiple soil data points from a single sensor string.
- Base Radio Communication: Wireless connectivity to a central Loncel Base Radio for real-time data logging.
- Long Range, Low Power: Optimized for reliable performance in agricultural fields with minimal energy consumption.
- Battery Powered: Operates on an 8500mAh Li-SOCl2 3.6V internal battery for long-term deployment.
Technical Specifications
Section titled “Technical Specifications”Connectivity
Section titled “Connectivity”- Wireless Radio: Loncel proprietary long-range wireless
- Frequency: 915MHz ISM band
- Antenna: Integrated omnidirectional antenna
- Range: 1km Line-of-Sight to Base radio or Repeater radio
- Sensor Interface: SDI-12 Protocol
- Supports multi-drop sensor configurations.
Electrical
Section titled “Electrical”- Power Source: Battery powered
- Battery Type: 8500mAh Li-SOCl2 (Lithium Thionyl Chloride)
- Operating Voltage: 3.6V DC
- Sensor Power: Integrated power management for SDI-12 sensors.
- Battery Life: Typically 2-3 years depending on sensor configuration and reporting interval.
Mechanical
Section titled “Mechanical”- Mounting: Compact design for pole mounting.
- Enclosure: Weather-proof, industrial-grade housing.
Application Overview
Section titled “Application Overview”The WVC-GS Soil Radio is used in high-value crop management to monitor soil health and moisture levels at various depths. By providing accurate SDI-12 data wirelessly, it helps growers optimize irrigation schedules and improve water-use efficiency through the Loncel platform.