Please Note: The EC5 Soil Moisture Sensor has been discontinued.
EC5 Soil Moisture Sensor
Connect directly to any XR5-SE Data Logger. No external power required.
Voltage output proportional to water content
Low sensitivity to salt and temperature
Accuracy ±3% typical, ±1% with soil specific calibration
Five meter cable
EC5 Soil Moisture Sensor Specifications
| Accuracy | ±3% typical ±1% with soil specific calibration |
| Measuring Range | 0 to 100% Volumetric Water Content |
| Operating Temperature Range | -40 to 60°C (-40 to 140°F) |
| Power Requirements | 10 ma at 2.5 vdc (supplied by XR5-SE's D terminal) |
| Overall Length | 3.5 inches (89 mm) |
| Moisture Sensing Length | 2.0 inches (50 mm) |
| Cable | 16 FT (5 meter) |
Maximum EC5 Soil Moisture Sensors powered by one XR5-SE:
Up to six (6) if no connected sensors use E terminal power. If the E terminal is used to power any sensor(s), then a maximum of four (4) EC5 Sensors can be powered by the XR5-SE Data Logger.
The EC5 is not compatible with the XR440 Data Logger
| Part No. | Domestic (USA) Price |
|---|---|
| EC5 | 115. |
Soil Moisture Sensors, Installation and Setup
