HOBO U30 USB Weather Station Data Logger(U30-NRC)

Overview

This rugged weather station is Onset’s most durable outdoor environmental monitoring solution. Users can easily configure the HOBO U30-NRC Weather Station to fit their application needs. Use up to 15 channels to collect environmental data and then upload to HOBOware® software for analysis.

Highlighted 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

Specifications

• Normal operating range: -20°C to 40°C (-4°F to 104°F)
• Extended operating range: -40 to 60°C (-40 to 140°F) – see “Rechargeable Battery service Life” for impact of operations in Extended Operating Range.
• Sensor Inputs: 5 standard; option to expand to 10
• Smart Sensor compatibility: Compatible with most Onset smart sensors, except for the S-BPA, S-TMA and S-THA
• Data channels: Maximum of 15 (some sensors use more than one data channel)
• Alarm output relay: Can be configured to be activated, deactivated or pulsed on user-defined sensor alarms. The relay can be configured as normally open or normally closed, and is rated for 30 V and 1 amp max.
• Expansion slot: One expansion slot is available for factory-installed expansion port.
• Local communication: Full Speed USB via USB mini-B connector
• Size: 17.8 H x 11.7 D x 19.3 W cm (7.0 H x 4 .6 D x 7.6 W inches)
• Weight: 2 kg (4 lbs 10 oz)

Materials:

• Outer enclosure: ABS blend with stainless steel hinge pins and bronze inserts
• Inner enclosure: Polycarbonate with bronze inserts
• U-Bolts: Steel with zinc dichromate finish
• Gaskets: Silicone rubber
• Cable entry channel: EPDM rubber
• Cable entry bars: Aluminum with ABS plastic thumb screws
• Data storage memory: Nonvolatile flash data storage, 512K bytes local storage
• Memory modes: Stop when full, wrap around when full
• Operational indicators: Up to six (depending upon options) status lights provide basic diagnostics
• Logging interval: 1 second to 18 hours, user-specified interval
• Battery type: 4 Volt, 4.5 AHr or 10 AHr, Rechargeable sealed lead-acid
• Rechargeable battery service life: 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.
• Time accuracy: 0 to 2 seconds for the first data point and ±5 seconds per week at 25°C (77°F)
• Environmental rating: Weatherproof enclosure, tested to NEMA 6. (Requires proper installation of cable channel system)
• Mounting: 3.8 cm (1.5 inch) mast or wall mount
• Enclosure access: Hinged door secured by two latches with eyelets for securing with user-supplied padlocks
• Sensor network cable length: 100 m (328 ft) maximum
• External power: External power is required. The system optionally accepts the following Onset solar panels:SOLAR-1.2W, SOLAR-3W, SOLAR-6W. Alternatively it accepts an AC power adapter:AC-U30

Optional Analog Sensor Port Specifications

• Input channels: Two, single-ended
• Field wiring: Two- or three-wire via screw terminals on detachable connector, 16–24 AWG.
• Replacement detachable connectors: Part of spares kit, Part No. A-FS-CVIA-7P-1
• Input range: User-configurable: 0–20 mA DC, 0-2.5 VDC, 0-5 VDC, 0-10 VDC, or 0–20 VDC
• Minimum/maximum input voltage: 0 / 24 VDC
• Minimum/maximum input current: 0 / 24 mA DC
• Minimum current source impedance: > 20 KΩ
• Accuracy: ± 0.25% of FSR from 50mV to FSV
• ADC resolution: 12 bits
• Excitation power: Switched 12 VDC, up to 50 mA; user-selectable warm-up from 5msec to 2 minutes