Complete Wireless Soil Moisture/Temperature Station
Product Overview
The Davis Complete Wireless Soil Moisture/Temperature Station (#6345CS) is a solar-powered solution designed to enhance your Vantage Pro2 weather station by providing precise soil moisture and temperature data. Ideal for growers, researchers, and turf managers, this station includes four soil moisture sensors and four temperature probes for monitoring conditions at various depths or locations. Housed in a weather-resistant shelter, it ensures reliable performance in harsh outdoor conditions, with a solar panel and backup battery for continuous operation.
Key Highlights
Comprehensive Soil Monitoring: Includes four Watermark® soil moisture sensors to measure soil moisture levels using electrical resistance, requiring minimal maintenance during the growing season.
Temperature Versatility: Comes with four temperature probes for monitoring soil, air, or water temperatures at different depths or locations.
Solar-Powered Efficiency: Features a solar-powered transmitter and battery housed in a weather-resistant shelter, ensuring continuous data collection even in low-light conditions.
Customizable Add-Ons: Supports up to two additional leaf wetness sensors (sold separately, #6420) for enhanced monitoring of pest and disease control.
Seamless Integration: Radio-compatible with Vantage Pro2 consoles, WeatherLink Live, Weather Envoy, Vantage Connect, or Envoy8X for flexible data viewing.
Reliable Transmission: Transmits data wirelessly up to 1,000 feet (300 meters) using spread-spectrum, frequency-hopping technology.
Technical Specifications
Model Number: #6345CS
Power Source: Solar-powered transmitter with backup battery
Sensors Included:
4 Watermark® Soil Moisture Sensors (#6440, each with 15' (4.6 m) cable)
4 Temperature Probes (#6470) for soil, air, or water
Optional Add-Ons: Up to 2 Leaf Wetness Sensors (#6420, sold separately)
Transmission Range: Up to 1,000' (300 meters) m) depending on environment
Compatibility: Vantage Pro2 wireless consoles, WeatherLink Live, Weather Envoy, Vantage Connect, Envoy8X (not compatible with original Vantage Pro)
Housing: Weather-resistant shelter
Warranty: 1-year manufacturer’s warranty
What's Included
Solar-powered transmitter with battery
Weather-resistant shelter
Four soil moisture sensors (#6440)
Four temperature probes (#6470)
Mounting hardware
Installation guide
Why Choose Davis Complete Wireless Soil Moisture/Temperature Station?
Tailored for agricultural and environmental monitoring, this station provides critical data to optimize irrigation, pest control, and crop health. The solar-powered design ensures eco-friendly, reliable operation, while the included sensors deliver accurate soil moisture and temperature readings. With compatibility across Davis’s wireless platforms and the option to add leaf wetness sensors, it’s a versatile tool for growers and researchers. Meets GLOBE protocol requirements for educational and scientific applications.
Installation Tips
Bury soil moisture sensors and temperature probes at desired depths for accurate readings (consult manual for calibration and soaking process).
Place the transmitter in an open, sunlit area to maximize solar efficiency.
Ensure clear line-of-sight to the Vantage Pro2 console or receiver to optimize wireless range.
Securely mount the shelter using provided hardware to withstand weather conditions.
Order Now
Enhance your Vantage Pro2 system with the Davis Complete Wireless Soil Moisture/Temperature Station. Contact your local Davis retailer, visit authorized distributors, or call (800) 678-3669 (USA/Canada) to place your order. International customers, find a reseller at Davis Instruments.