OIL MOISTURE SENSORS EC-5, 10HS, 5TE, 5TM, and GS3

Product catalog summary

Introduction
This document provides a quick start guide for the installation and operation of soil moisture sensors EC-5, 10HS, 5TE, 5TM, and GS3. These sensors are crucial for measuring soil moisture, which influences water and heat exchange between the land and atmosphere.

Support Information
For assistance, contact the support team via email or phone in North America and Europe. The company offers in-house manufacturing, testing, calibration, and repair services.

Installation Procedure

Preparation: Inspect and verify sensor components. Follow lightning protection guidelines if necessary.
Backfill Hole and Protect Cables: Secure cables with PVC casing or flexible conduit and backfill the trench.
Check Sensor Operation: Use a data logger to ensure proper sensor readings.
Insert Sensor: Place the sensor at the desired depth in undisturbed soil, either vertically or horizontally.
Plug Sensor In and Configure Logger: Connect the sensor to a data logger and configure settings using the logger software.

Testing Sensors
Sensors are optimized for soil readings and may not show 100% VWC in water or 0% in air. Factory calibration is done in real soils. For soil-specific calibrations, refer to the provided article link.

Functionality in Air and Water
The document provides a table showing expected sensor readings in water and air, indicating that values are given in % VWC using factory mineral soils calibration.

Field Installation
Proper installation is critical for sensor operation. Detailed user manuals are available online for comprehensive setup instructions. A 30-day satisfaction guarantee is offered.

Firmware Updates
Keep the firmware for 5TE, 5TM, and GS3 sensors updated for optimal performance. Visit the provided link for the latest software or firmware versions.

Catalog excerpts

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SOIL MOISTURE SENSORS SUPPORT Have a question or problem? Our support team can help. We manufacture, test, calibrate, and repair every instrument in house. Our scientists and technicians use the instruments every day in our product testing lab. No matter what your question is, we have someone who can help you answer it. NORTH AMERICA

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SOIL MOISTURE SENSORS QUICK STARTEC-5, 10HS, 5TE, 5TM, and GS3 Preparation The ECH2O EC-5, 10HS, 5TE, 5TM, and GS3 can all be installed using the same installation method.Inspect and verify sensor components. When using the sensors in lightning-prone areas, follow the directions for providing protection for the sensors found in the application note Lightning surge and grounding practices (metergroup.com/environment/articles/lightning-surge-grounding-practices/). Testing Sensors Take some measurements with the sensor using a data logger. Keep in mind that sensors will not necessarily read 100%...

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