Difference between revisions of "Data Logger - EM50 (Decagon)"

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: Housing: weather proofed and UV resistance plastic
 
: Housing: weather proofed and UV resistance plastic
 
: Communication via USB-cable
 
: Communication via USB-cable
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: there are wireless cellular and radio loggers available
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==Advantages:==
 
==Advantages:==
 
* easily programmed
 
* easily programmed

Revision as of 10:23, 29 September 2010

Parameter to be measured:

Data logging and data storage

Equipment:

EM50 data logger

Entries: 5 12-bit analog or 32-bit digital
Connection to sensors: 3.5mm jack plugs
Data storage: 1 MB or 36,800 data points
Battery type: 5AA Mignon Alkali or Lithium-Battery
Life time of Battery > 6 months
Housing: weather proofed and UV resistance plastic
Communication via USB-cable
there are wireless cellular and radio loggers available

Advantages:

  • easily programmed
  • battery powered
  • weather proof
  • compatible only for decagon products
  • cheap

Disadvantages:

  • no long live time, approximately 3-4 years

What to watch out for:

Problems/Questions:

Links

EM50 by DECAGON

References