Data logger
Bluetooth
Soil moisture
Temperature

ONSET

MX2306

HOBO MX2306-7 Soil Moisture Data Logger

5 630 SEK

Affordable, fully integrated soil moisture loggers with wireless Bluetooth data offload. Well suited for researchers and growers who need accurate data to conserve water, improve yields, reduce harmful runoff and protect ecosystems.

Available in two models:
HOBO MX2306 – Soil moisture
HOBO MX2307 – Soil Moisture/Temperature

Used with Onset's free HOBOconnect app, for mobile or computer

Sensor: Soil moisture
Sensor

Product description

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Features
  • Pre-mounted sensors
  • Easy configuration and data transfer with the free HOBOconnect app
  • Durable The TEROS 10 soil moisture sensor lasts over 10 years in the field
  • For use in both mineral soils and soil-free media
  • Robust, sharp stainless steel nails for easy installation and better contact with the soil
  • Ability to display data as a percentage of field capacity
Specifications

Forafull product specification, see: Documentation

Soil Moisture: Volumetric Water Content (VWC)
Measurement range

0.00 to 0.64 m³/m³ in mineral soils
0.00 to 0.70 m³/m³ in soilless media

Accuracy
±0.031 m³/m³ typically in mineral soils with solution EC <8 dS/m
±0.051 m³/m³ typical in soilless media

Resolution
0.001 m³/m³

Dielectric Measuring frequency
70 MHz

Temperature sensor (Only in MX2307)
Measuring range:
-40 to 100°C, with tip and cable immersed in fresh water up to 50°C for one year

Accuracy:
±0.25°C from -40 to 0°C
±0.2°C from 0 to 70°C
±0.25°C from 70 to 100°C

Resolution: 0.04°

Operation: <0.01°C per year
Response time:
3 minutes in air moving at 1 m/s; 20 seconds in moving water
4 minutes in air with RS3-B Sun protection

LOGGER
Operating temperature: -25 to 60°C

Communication: Bluetooth (BLE) <30.5 meters

Logging frequency: 1 second to 18 hours

Time accuracy: ±1 minute per month 0° to 50°C
Battery type: 2/3 AA 3.6 Volt lithium, (user replaceable)

Battery life: 2 years with logging interval of 1 minute and Bluetooth always on; 5 years with Bluetooth off. Shorter battery life with faster logging intervals, burst logging and frequent downloads.

Memory: 110,000 measurements, maximum (472 kB)
Full memory download

About 60 seconds; may take longer at greater distances from the logger

Dimensions
Logger: 10.8 x 5.08 x 2.24 cm
Soil moisture sensor: 7.5 x 5.1 x 2.4 cm
Sensor needle length: 5.4 cm
Sensor needle diameter: 0.32 cm
Temperature sensor (MX2307) diameter: 0.53 cm
Sensor cable length: 2 m

Weight
MX2306: 229g
MX2307: 267g

Material:
Logger: Acetal, silicone seal, stainless screws
Soil moisture sensor: ASA plastic housing with polyurethane filling and stainless pins
Temperature sensor (MX2307): Stainless steel, waterproof tip
Cable: PVC, UV resistant and rodent proof
Environmental classification

Temperature sensor and cable (MX2307): Immersion in water up to 50°C for 1 year

Listing*

The sensor data can be recalibrated if necessary. Users can apply a calibration equation to data exported from the app.
The VWC range depends on the calibration equation.

What's included
  • HOBO MX2306 or HOBO MX2307 Data Logger with 2m cables with associated sensor
  • Screws
  • Cable ties