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Wireless Node

Our battery-powered, solar-rechargeable wireless node is a compact, highly efficient solution designed to monitor sensors across a wide range of industrial and environmental applications. Engineered for reliability and adaptability, this node supports standard automation protocols, making it easy to integrate into existing monitoring systems.

Key Features

  • Power Management:
    Equipped with a long-lasting rechargeable battery and a solar panel, the node ensures continuous operation even in remote or off-grid locations. Advanced power management optimizes energy usage for maximum uptime.

  • Wireless Communication:
    Provides seamless connectivity over long distances while maintaining low power consumption.

  • Sensor Integration:
    Compatible with a wide range of sensors for monitoring parameters such as strain, tilt, temperature, pressure, humidity, vibration, strain, and more. Utilizes standard automation protocols like Modbus, CAN, or HART to ensure interoperability.

  • Compact and Durable Design:
    The node is housed in a discrete, weatherproof enclosure (IP67-rated), designed to withstand harsh environmental conditions, including extreme temperatures, moisture, and dust.

  • Plug-and-Play Deployment:
    Pre-configured for quick installation, with minimal setup required. Designed to integrate seamlessly into existing automation and monitoring systems.

Applications

  • Industrial automation and equipment monitoring

  • Structural health monitoring (bridges, buildings, and critical infrastructure)

  • Environmental monitoring (air quality, water levels, soil conditions)

  • Renewable energy (solar panel and wind turbine performance tracking)

  • Remote asset monitoring in mining, oil, and gas industries

This wireless node is an ideal solution for industries requiring reliable, low-maintenance monitoring in locations where traditional wired systems are impractical. With its solar recharge capability and support for standard protocols, it delivers both flexibility and performance, helping you streamline operations and make data-driven decisions.

Capabilities

Strain

Measure strain from up to four resistive strain gauges with precision. To verify integrity of critical infrastructure.

Tilt

Provides precise tilt monitoring to detect shifts or misalignments in pipelines and equipment. By identifying subtle changes caused by ground movement, geohazards, or structural instability, the Wireless Node enables timely interventions to prevent costly damage or failures. Reliable performance is ensured in the most demanding conditions, helping you maintain operational safety and stability.

Temperature

Offers precise temperature monitoring to help manage critical processes and prevent thermal-related issues in pipelines and equipment. By providing real-time data on temperature fluctuations, it enables operators to identify potential risks, such as thermal expansion or overheating, and take corrective actions promptly. 

This extensible device was designed to interface with standard industrial protocols. Standard inputs/outputs include:

  • 350 ohm wheatstone bridge

  • 0-10 Volt analog

  • Discrete 

  • Digital protocols like RS485  Modbus

  • and more!

Contact us to see if we have already integrated your sensor needs into our device, or if we can create a custom firmware to support your needs.

Device Specifications

  • Power Source

    • Primary: 3.7Vdc Lithium Thionyl Chloride 

      • Energy Capacity: Up to 19,000 mAh

    • Secondary: 3.7Vdc Lithium Polymer

      • Energy Capacity: Up to 500 mAh

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