X3 Environmental Data Logger
Features
Data Logger Built for Extreme Conditions
The X3 is built to handle harsh weather, floods, high winds and rough seas, and it stands alone; no additional protective housing needed. Completely sealed and enclosed in a marine anodized housing, the data logger continues to work even when submerged by rising water.
With an operating temperature range from -40°C to 70°C, it can be deployed in extreme heat and artic conditions. A conformally coated circuit board offers an additional layer of protection against moisture and humidity.
Data Logger Built for Extreme Conditions
The X3 is built to handle harsh weather, floods, high winds and rough seas, and it stands alone; no additional protective housing needed. Completely sealed and enclosed in a marine anodized housing, the data logger continues to work even when submerged by rising water.
With an operating temperature range from -40°C to 70°C, it can be deployed in extreme heat and artic conditions. A conformally coated circuit board offers an additional layer of protection against moisture and humidity.
Ideal for Environmental Monitoring
The X3 can be deployed on bridges, docks, pilings, weather station towers and buoys for monitoring wetlands, lakes, rivers, estuaries, ports, harbors and open oceans.
The data logger is used in a wide variety of applications including:
- limnology research
- temperature profiling
- source water monitoring
- early warning systems
- harmful algae bloom detection
- flood warning
- beach monitoring
- tide gauges
- water current monitoring
- stream flow
- fisheries research
- inland and offshore aquaculture
- more...
Ideal for Environmental Monitoring
The X3 can be deployed on bridges, docks, pilings, weather station towers and buoys for monitoring wetlands, lakes, rivers, estuaries, ports, harbors and open oceans.
The data logger is used in a wide variety of applications including:
- limnology research
- temperature profiling
- source water monitoring
- early warning systems
- harmful algae bloom detection
- flood warning
- beach monitoring
- tide gauges
- water current monitoring
- stream flow
- fisheries research
- inland and offshore aquaculture
- more...
Environmental Measurement Versatility
Connecting to water quality instruments, temperature strings, ADCPs, water level and flow sensors, rain gauges and weather stations is easier than ever before. There is no need for data logger programming with the X3. Simply connect sensors, apply power and access data on the cloud.
The X3 supports a long list of industry-standard SDI-12, RS-485, RS-232 digital sensors and a tipping bucket rain gauge input to customize each monitoring station. Thread-in connections facilitate sensor installation and eliminates complex wiring.
The built-in library supports most industry standard sensors and automatically initiates setup and configuration. Sensors not included in the library can be configured with a custom script.
Environmental Measurement Versatility
Connecting to water quality instruments, temperature strings, ADCPs, water level and flow sensors, rain gauges and weather stations is easier than ever before. There is no need for data logger programming with the X3. Simply connect sensors, apply power and access data on the cloud.
The X3 supports a long list of industry-standard SDI-12, RS-485, RS-232 digital sensors and a tipping bucket rain gauge input to customize each monitoring station. Thread-in connections facilitate sensor installation and eliminates complex wiring.
The built-in library supports most industry standard sensors and automatically initiates setup and configuration. Sensors not included in the library can be configured with a custom script.
Data Logger Power Options
Power options include solar powered battery packs, AC adapter, or any external 12 VDC supply. The SP15 and SP32 Solar Power Packs are preconfigured with a solar panel and the charge regulator and battery sealed in a watertight compartment.
Both the solar power packs and the X3 data logger mount directly to a 2-inch pipe masts. Advanced power management firmware combined with ultra-low sleep and run currents extend battery life and accommodates small power supplies.
Internal diagnostics closely monitor input power and operating current along with temperature and humidity. The system automatically alerts users of low power and changes in electrical current, which could indicate damage and other potential issues.
Data Logger Power Options
Power options include solar powered battery packs, AC adapter, or any external 12 VDC supply. The SP15 and SP32 Solar Power Packs are preconfigured with a solar panel and the charge regulator and battery sealed in a watertight compartment.
Both the solar power packs and the X3 data logger mount directly to a 2-inch pipe masts. Advanced power management firmware combined with ultra-low sleep and run currents extend battery life and accommodates small power supplies.
Internal diagnostics closely monitor input power and operating current along with temperature and humidity. The system automatically alerts users of low power and changes in electrical current, which could indicate damage and other potential issues.
Wi-Fi, Cellular and Iridium Communications
Two-way telemetry options include global 4G LTE cellular, Iridium satellite, Wi-Fi or any combination. Multi-telemetry configurations are user configurable for primary mode and fallback mode. Common configurations include 4G cellular with Iridium fallback and WiFi with 4G fallback and then Iridium fallback.
A standalone X3 data logger is also available without telemetry. Data is periodically offloaded by direct connection to a field computer. All X3 data loggers store more than 1-year of data with 20 parameters sampling at 15-minute intervals.
Wi-Fi, Cellular and Iridium Communications
Two-way telemetry options include global 4G LTE cellular, Iridium satellite, Wi-Fi or any combination. Multi-telemetry configurations are user configurable for primary mode and fallback mode. Common configurations include 4G cellular with Iridium fallback and WiFi with 4G fallback and then Iridium fallback.
A standalone X3 data logger is also available without telemetry. Data is periodically offloaded by direct connection to a field computer. All X3 data loggers store more than 1-year of data with 20 parameters sampling at 15-minute intervals.
WQData LIVE Cloud
The X3 Environmental Data Logger with WQData LIVE cloud present data and visuals on a fully featured and easy-to-use dashboard. Project overview maps display data graphically and multi-trace, time-series graphs display daily, weekly and monthly trends.
Other features include automated reports, email/text alarms, public portal, API, and much more. The web-based datacenter is easy to access using a desktop computer, tablet or smartphone.
WQData LIVE Cloud
The X3 Environmental Data Logger with WQData LIVE cloud present data and visuals on a fully featured and easy-to-use dashboard. Project overview maps display data graphically and multi-trace, time-series graphs display daily, weekly and monthly trends.
Other features include automated reports, email/text alarms, public portal, API, and much more. The web-based datacenter is easy to access using a desktop computer, tablet or smartphone.
NEW Smartphone Interface
Interfacing to a field deployed data logger has never been easier. With the convenience of project data and site visuals anywhere and at any time, the new WQData LIVE Mobile app is especially useful for scientists on the go. Real-time data, time-series graphs and statistics are quickly displayed and push notifications keep project personnel informed of alert conditions.
Other app features include a message board for project collaboration, alarm management, data sharing and customized dashboards.
NEW Smartphone Interface
Interfacing to a field deployed data logger has never been easier. With the convenience of project data and site visuals anywhere and at any time, the new WQData LIVE Mobile app is especially useful for scientists on the go. Real-time data, time-series graphs and statistics are quickly displayed and push notifications keep project personnel informed of alert conditions.
Other app features include a message board for project collaboration, alarm management, data sharing and customized dashboards.
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Tech Specs
Material: Marine anodized aluminum
Weight: 3.0 lbs. (1.36kg)
Dimensions: 4.9” (12.45cm) diameter x 4.15” (10.54cm) height
Power Requirements: 10.7 to 16.8 VDC +/-5%; includes reverse polarity protection, over voltage protection (OVP), and under voltage lock out (UVLO) protection
Current Draw (Typical @ 12VDC): Sleep: 450uA; Active: 55mA; Cellular transmitting: 300mA; Iridium satellite transmitting: 170mA
Peak Current: Power supply must be able to sustain a 500mA 1-second peak current (@ 12V)
Operating Temperature: -40°C to 70°C
User Interface: Wireless Bluetooth or wired RS-485 via USB adapter to CONNECT Software; WQData LIVE Web Datacenter with optional wireless telemetry; Status beeps
Real Time Clock (RTC): <30sec/month drift1; Auto-sync weekly2; Internal backup battery
Data Logging: 8 MB non-volatile flash memory; >1 year storage with 20 parameters at 15-minute interval; Max 200 parameters per log interval
Log Interval: User configurable from 1-minute (10-minute default)3; Unique interval per sensor
Transmit Interval: User configurable from 5-minute (10-minute default)
Transmission Trigger: Time-based; Selective parameter upload option
Sensor Interfaces: RS-232 (3 Channels), SDI-12, RS-485, Pulse Count
Sensor Power: (2) independent switches from input supply4,5
Built-in Sensors: Temperature (-40° to 100°C, 0.016°C resolution, ±0.3°C accuracy); Humidity (0% to 100%, 0.03% resolution, ±4% accuracy from 5 to 95% RH; System voltage; System current; System power; Real-time clock (RTC) battery voltage
Sensor Ports: (3) UW 8-pin for sensor interface (RS-232, SDI-12, RS-485, Pulse Count, Power, GND)
Power Port: (1) UW 6-pin for power and communication (primary/secondary/backup input, RS-485 host, GND)
Telemetry Options: 4G LTE global cellular; Iridium satellite; 4G LTE global cellular with Iridium fallback
Antenna Port: SMA
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