The LORD MicroStrain® ENV-Link™ -Pro -LXRS® is a ruggedized environmental sensing node with inputs for two thermocouples, four single-ended 0 - 5 V sensors, and a relative humidity and temperature sensor (RHT).
Product Highlights
- Inputs for two thermocouples, four single-ended 0 to 5 V dc sensors, and a relative humidity/temperature (RHT) sensor
- Ideal for remote, long-term environmental monitoring including; measurements of solar irradiance, temperature, relative humidity, soil moisture, leaf wetness, precipitation, wind speed and direction, water level, barometric pressure, conductivity, strain, and more
- Simultaneously transmit real-time data and log to memory.
- Sealed IP67 enclosure for use outdoors and in harsh environments
LORD MicroStrain® LXRS® Wireless Sensor Networks enable simultaneous, high-speed sensing and data aggregation from scalable sensor networks. Our wireless sensing systems are ideal for sensor monitoring, data acquisition, performance analysis, and sensing response applications.
The gateways are the heart of the LORD MicroStrain wireless sensing system. They coordinate and maintain wireless transmissions across a network of distributed wireless sensor nodes . The LORD MicroStrain LXRS wireless communication protocol between LXRS nodes and gateways enable highspeed sampling, ±32 microseconds node- to- node synchronization, transmission range up to 2 kilometers, and lossless data throughput under most operating conditions.
Users can easily program nodes for data logging, continuous, and periodic burst sampling with the Node Commander ® software. The web- based SensorCloud™ interface optimizes data aggregation, analysis, presentation, and alerts for gigabytes of sensor data from remote networks.
The TC-Link® -1CH -LXRS® is a miniature, specialized wireless sensor node designed for data acquisition from standard thermocouples.
Product Highlights
- Standard mini thermocouple input and an embedded cold junction temperature compensation sensor
- On-board linearization algorithms are software programmable to support a wide range of thermocouple types, including J, K, N, R, S, T, E, and B
- Small form factor, low power consumption, and wireless framework optimizes deployment in remote and long-term monitoring applications.
- High resolution data with 24-bit A/D converter
- Simultaneously transmit real-time data and log to memory.
Datasheet Software
The TC-Link® -6CH -LXRS® is a specialized node designed for synchronous, lossless data acquisition from up to six standard thermocouples.
Product Highlights
- Six standard mini thermocouple inputs, an embedded cold junction temperature compensation sensor, and optional integrated relative humidity sensor
- On-board linearization algorithms are software programmable to support a wide range of thermocouple types, including J, K, N, R, S, T, E, and B
- High resolution data with 24-bit A/D converter
- Simultaneously transmit real-time data and log to memory.
- IP65/66 environmental enclosures available
The RTD-Link™ -LXRS® is a specialized node designed for data acquisition from standard resistance temperature detectors.
Product Highlights
- Features a standard resistance temperature detector (RTD) input and an embedded temperature sensor
- Software-programmable on-board linearization algorithms designed to support 2 or 4 wire PT100 RTD type sensors
- Small form factor, low power consumption, and wireless framework optimizes deployment in remote and long-term monitoring applications.
- High resolution data with 24-bit A/D converter
- User-programmable sample rates up to 64 Hz
- Simultaneously transmit real-time data and log to memory
High Performance
- Node-to-node sampling synchronization up to ±32 microseconds
- High resolution data with 24-bit A/D converter
- Scalable, long range wireless sensor networks up to 1 km
Ease of Use
- Rapid deployment with wireless framework
- Low power consumption allows extended use
- Remotely configure nodes, acquire and view sensor data with Node Commander®
- Optional web-based SensorCloud™ interface optimizes data storage, viewing, alerts, and analysis.
- Easy custom integration with comprehensive SDK
Cost Effective
- Out-of-the box wireless sensing solution reduces development and deployment time
Wireless Simplicity, Hardwired Reliability
High Performance
- Node-to-node synchronization up to ±32 microseconds
- Support for hundreds of simultaneous sampling wireless sensor nodes
- Lossless data throughput under most operating conditions
- Extended wireless communication range to 2km
Ease of Use
- Rapid deployment with wireless framework
- Standard miniature thermocouple blade connector
- Remotely configure nodes, acquire and view sensor data with Node Commander®.
- Easy integration via comprehensive SDK
Cost Effective
- Reduction of costs associated with wiring
- Volume discounts
Wireless Simplicity, Hardwired Reliability
High Performance
- Node-to-node synchronization up to ±32 microseconds
- Support for hundreds of simultaneous sampling wireless sensor nodes
- Lossless data throughput under most operating conditions
- Extended wireless communication range to 2km
Ease of Use
- Rapid deployment with wireless framework
- Standard miniature thermocouple blade connectors
- Remotely configure nodes, acquire and view sensor data with Node Commander®.
- Easy integration via comprehensive SDK
Cost Effective
- Reduction of costs associated with wiring
- Low-cost per channel with six thermocouples per node
- Volume discounts
Wireless Simplicity, Hardwired Reliability
High Performance
- Measurement accuracy to ±0.1% of full scale
- Node-to-node synchronization up to ±32 microseconds
- Scalable, long range wireless sensor networks up to 2 km
- Lossless data throughput under most operating conditions
Ease of Use
- Remotely configure nodes, acquire and view sensor data with Node Commander®.
- Optional web-based SensorCloud™ interface optimizes data storage, viewing, and analysis.
- Easy integration via comprehensive SDK
Cost Effective
- Out-of-the box wireless sensing solution reduces development and deployment time.
- Volume discounts
General |
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Sensor input channels |
Thermocouple inputs, 2 channels 0 to 5 V dc inputs,4 channels RHT sensor input, 1 channel each (temperature and humidity), integrated sensor optional |
Data storage capacity |
2 M bytes (up to 500,000 data points) |
Thermocouple inputs |
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Measurement range |
-210 °C to 1820 °C (depending on the thermocouple type) |
Accuracy |
± 0.1 % FSO or ± 2 °C (not including error from sensor or wire) |
Resolution |
0.0625 °C, 24 bit |
Repeatability |
± 0.1 °C (does not include error from sensor or wire) |
0 to 5 V DC inputs |
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Measurement range |
0 to 5 V dc |
Accuracy |
0.01 % typical (absolute accuracy) |
Resolution |
24 bit |
Sensor excitation |
2 or 3 V dc (user selectable) |
Relative Humidity and Temperature (RHT) Sensor Input |
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Measurement range |
0 to 100 % RH, -40 °C to 123 °C |
Accuracy (RH) |
± 2 % (10 to 90 % RH), ± 4 % ( 0 to 10% RH and 90 to 100% RH) |
Accuracy (temperature) |
± 0.3 °C typical |
Resolution |
14 bit |
Sampling |
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Sampling modes |
Synchronized, low duty cycle, datalogging |
Sampling rates |
1 sample/hour to 2 Hz |
Sample rate stability |
±3 ppm |
Network capacity |
Up to 2000 nodes per RF channel (and per gateway) depending on the number of active channels and sampling settings. Refer to the system bandwidth calculator: http://www.microstrain.com/configure-your-system |
Synchronization between nodes |
± 32 μsec |
Operating Parameters |
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Radio frequency (RF) transceiver carrier |
2.405 to 2.470 GHz direct sequence spread spectrum over 14 channels, license free worldwide, radiated power programmable from 0 dBm (1 mW) to 16 dBm (39 mW) |
RF communication protocol |
IEEE 802.15.4 |
RF range |
70 m to 1 km line of sight with RF power setting |
Power source |
Internal: rechargeable 3.6 V dc, 740 mAh Lithium ion battery (standard), or size D-cell 3.6 V dc Lithium thionyl chloride battery (optional); External: 3.3 V dc to 9.0 V dc |
Operating temperature |
-20 ˚C to + 60 ˚C (with rechargeable Lithium ion battery) -40 ˚C to + 85 ˚C (electronics only) |
Physical Specifications |
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Dimensions |
140 mm x 140 mm x 101 mm |
Weight |
1360 grams |
Environmental rating |
IP67 |
Enclosure material |
Fiberglass reinforced polyester |
Integration |
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Compatible gateways |
All WSDA® base stations and gateways |
Compatible sensors |
Thermocouple inputs: all types 0 to 5 V dc inputs: pyranometers, photosynthetic photon flux, soil moisture, and leaf wetness sensors (all available from LORD MicroStrain® ), thermocouples, rain and strain gauges, anemometers, and other 0 to 5 V dc sensors RHT input: LORD MicroStrain® RHT sensor, others may work but have not been tested, RHT sensor integration optional |
Connectors |
Water-tight cable seals with terminal blocks inside enclosure |
Software |
SensorCloud™, Node Commander®, WSDA® Data Downloader, Live Connect™, Windows XP/Vista/7 compatible |
Software development kit (SDK) |
Data communications protocol available with EEPROM maps and sample code (OS and computing platform independent) http://www.microstrain.com/wireless/sdk |
Regulatory compliance |
FCC (U.S.), IC (Canada), ROHS |
General |
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Sensor input channels |
Thermocouple input, 1 channel |
Integrated sensors |
Temperature CJC, 1 channel |
Data storage capacity |
2 Megabytes (up to 500,000 data points) |
Thermocouple Input |
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Measurement range |
-210 °C to 1820 °C (depending on the thermocouple type) |
Accuracy |
± 0.1 % of full scale or ± 2 °C, whichever is greater (does not include error from sensor or wire) |
Resolution |
0.0625 °C, 24 bit |
Repeatability |
± 0.1 °C (does not include error from sensor or wire) |
Integrated Temperature Cold Junction Compensation (CJC) Channel |
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Compensation range |
-40 °C to 85 °C |
Accuracy |
± 0.5 °C (from 0 to 70 °C) |
Resolution |
12 bit |
Sampling |
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Sampling modes |
Synchronized, low duty cycle, datalogging |
Sampling rates |
Continuous sampling: 1 sample/hour to 64 Hz Datalogging: 1 sample/hour to 64 Hz |
Sample rate stability |
± 3 ppm |
Network capacity |
Up to 2000 nodes per RF channel (and per gateway) depending on the number of active channels and sampling settings. Refer to the system bandwidth calculator: http://www.microstrain.com/configure-your-system |
Synchronization between nodes |
± 32 μsec |
Operating Parameters |
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Radio frequency (RF) transceiver carrier |
2.405 to 2.470 GHz direct sequence spread spectrum over 14 channels, license free worldwide, radiated power programmable from 0 dBm (1 mW) to 16 dBm (39 mW); low power option available for use outside the U.S.- limited to 10dBm (10mW) |
Range for bi-directional RF link |
70 m to 2 km line of sight with RF power setting |
RF communication protocol |
IEEE 802.15.4 |
Power source |
Internal: 3.7 V dc, 250 mAh, rechargeable Li-poly battery External: 3.2 V dc to 9 V dc |
Power consumption |
See power profile : http://files.microstrain.com/TC-Link-1CH- LXRS-Power-Profile.pdf |
Operating temperature |
-20 ˚C to + 60 ˚C (extended temperature range available with custom battery/enclosure, -40 ˚C to + 85 ˚C electronics only) |
Acceleration limit |
500 g standard (high g option available) |
Physical Specifications |
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Dimensions |
63 mm x 58 mm x 21 mm |
Weight |
49 grams |
Enclosure material |
ABS plastic |
Environmental rating |
Indoor use (unless mounted in a sealed enclosure) |
Integration |
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Compatible gateways |
All WSDA® base stations and gateways |
Compatible sensors |
Type J, K, N, R, S, T, E and B thermocouples |
Connectors |
Type-1 standard mini (SM) connectors for flat pin thermocouples |
Software |
SensorCloud™, SensorConnect™, Node Commander®, Windows 7 (or newer) |
Software development |
Open-source MicroStrain Communications Library (MSCL) with sample code available in C++,Python,and.NET formats (OS and computing platform independent): http://lord-microstrain.github.io/MSCL/ |
Regulatory compliance |
FCC (U.S.), IC (Canada), ROHS |
General |
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Sensor input channels |
Thermocouple input, 6 channels |
Integrated sensors |
Temperature CJC, 1 channel Relative humidity (optional), 1 channel |
Data storage capacity |
2 Megabytes (up to 500,000 data points) |
Thermocouple Input |
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Measurement range |
-210 °C to 1820 °C (depending on the thermocouple type) |
Accuracy |
± 0.1 % of full scale or ± 2 °C, whichever is greater (does not include error from sensor or wire) |
Resolution |
0.0625 °C, 24 bit |
Repeatability |
± 0.1 °C (does not include error from sensor or wire) |
Integrated Temperature Cold Junction Compensation (CJC) Channel |
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Compensation range |
-40 °C to 85 °C |
Accuracy and resolution |
± 0.5 °C (from 0 to 70 °C), 12 bit resolution |
Integrated Relative Humidity Channel (optional) |
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Measurement range |
0 to 100 % |
Accuracy |
± 2 % (10 to 90 % RH), ± 4 % ( 0 to 10% RH and 90 to 100% RH) |
Repeatability |
± 0.1 % |
Sampling |
|
Sampling modes |
Synchronized, low duty cycle, datalogging |
Sampling rates |
Continuous sampling: 1 sample/hour to 8 Hz Datalogging: 1 sample/hour to 8 Hz |
Sample rate stability |
± 3 ppm |
Network capacity |
Up to 2000 nodes per RF channel (and per gateway) depending on the number of active channels and sampling settings. Refer to the system bandwidth calculator: http://www.microstrain.com/configure-your-system |
Synchronization between nodes |
± 32 μsec |
Operating Parameters |
|
Radio frequency (RF) transceiver carrier |
2.405 to 2.470 GHz direct sequence spread spectrum over 14 channels, license free worldwide, radiated power programmable from 0 dBm (1 mW) to 16 dBm (39 mW); low power option available for use outside the U.S.- limited to 10dBm (10mW) |
Range for bi-directional RF link |
70 m to 2 km line of sight with RF power setting |
RF communication protocol |
IEEE 802.15.4 |
Power source |
Embedded internal: 3.7 V dc, 650 mAh rechargeable Li-poly battery Replaceable internal (not included): 3.6 V dc type AA Lithium-thionyl chloride (LiSOCI2) External: 3.2 V dc to 9 V dc |
Power consumption |
See power profile : http://files.microstrain.com/TC-Link-6CH- LXRS-Power-Profile-1.pdf |
Operating temperature |
-20 ˚C to + 60 ˚C (extended temperature range available with custom battery/enclosure, -40 ˚C to + 85 ˚C electronics only) |
Acceleration limit |
500 g standard (high g option available) |
MTBF | 1,500,000 hours (Telcordia method, SR332) |
Physical Specifications |
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Dimensions |
129 mm x 73 mm x 28 mm excluding switch |
Weight |
151 grams |
Enclosure material |
ABS plastic |
Environmental rating |
Indoor use (IP65/66 enclosures available) |
Integration |
|
Compatible gateways |
All WSDA® base stations and gateways |
Compatible sensors |
Type J, K, N, R, S, T, E and B thermocouples |
Connectors |
Type-1 standard mini (SM) connectors for flat pin thermocouples |
Software |
SensorCloud™, SensorConnect™, Node Commander®, Windows 7 (or newer) |
Software development |
Open-source MicroStrain Communications Library (MSCL) with sample code available in C++,Python,and.NET formats (OS and computing platform independent): http://lord-microstrain.github.io/MSCL/ |
Regulatory compliance |
FCC (U.S.), IC (Canada), ROHS |
General |
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Sensor input channels |
RTD sensor input, 1 channel |
Integrated sensors |
Temperature, 1 channel |
Data storage capacity |
2 Megabytes (up to 500,000 data points) |
Resistance Temperature Detector (RTD) Sensor Input |
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Measurement range |
-200 °C to 850 °C (depending on the RTD sensor) |
Accuracy |
± 0.1 % of full scale or ± 2 °C, whichever is greater (does not include error from sensor or wire) |
Resolution |
0.0625 °C, 24 bit |
Repeatability |
± 0.1 °C (does not include error from sensor or wire) |
Integrated Temperature Channel |
|
Measurement range |
-40 °C to 85 °C |
Accuracy |
± 0.5 °C (from 0 to 70 °C) |
Resolution |
12 bit |
Sampling |
|
Sampling modes |
Synchronized, low duty cycle |
Sampling rates |
Continuous sampling: 1 sample/hour to 64 Hz Datalogging: 1 sample/hour to 64 Hz |
Sample rate stability |
± 3 ppm |
Network capacity |
Up to 2000 nodes per RF channel (and per gateway) depending on the number of active channels and sampling settings. Refer to the system bandwidth calculator: http://www.microstrain.com/configure-your-system |
Synchronization between nodes |
± 32 μsec |
Operating Parameters |
|
Radio frequency (RF) transceiver carrier |
2.405 to 2.470 GHz direct sequence spread spectrum over 14 channels, license free worldwide, radiated power programmable from 0 dBm (1 mW) to 16 dBm (39 mW); low power option available for use outside the U.S.- limited to 10dBm (10mW) |
Range for bi-directional RF link |
70 m to 2 km line of sight with RF power setting |
RF communication protocol |
IEEE 802.15.4 |
Power source |
Internal: 3.7 V dc, 250 mAh, rechargeable Li-poly battery External: 3.2 V dc to 9 V dc |
Power consumption |
25 mA at idle |
Operating temperature |
-20 ˚C to + 60 ˚C (extended temperature range available with custom battery/enclosure, -40 ˚C to + 85 ˚C electronics only) |
Acceleration limit |
500 g standard (high g option available) |
Physical Specifications |
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Dimensions |
50 mm x 58 mm x 21 mm |
Weight |
49 grams |
Enclosure material |
ABS plastic |
Environmental rating |
Indoor use (unless mounted in a sealed enclosure) |
Integration |
|
Compatible gateways |
All WSDA® base stations and gateways |
Compatible sensors |
2 and 4 wire PT100 resistance temperature detectors (RTD) |
Connectors |
Screw terminal block |
Software |
SensorCloud™, SensorConnect™, Node Commander®, Windows 7 (or newer) |
Software development |
Open-source MicroStrain Communications Library (MSCL) with sample code available in C++,Python,and.NET formats (OS and computing platform independent): http://lord-microstrain.github.io/MSCL/ |
Regulatory compliance |
FCC (U.S.), IC (Canada), ROHS |
General Documentation
- ENV-Link™-Pro-LXRS® Datasheet
- ENV-Link™-Pro -LXRS® Sensors Datasheet
- Node Commander Wireless Sensing Software User Manual
- MicroStrain Wireless Sensor Networks LXRS™ Data Communications Protocol
- Wireless Products Comparison
Software Development Kit
Technical Notes
- LXRS® Firmware Upgrades
- Outputting a 4 to 20 mA Current Loop
- Battery Use and Replacement
- Synchronized Sampling on Startup
FAQ's
General Documentation
- TC-Link®-1CH-LXRS® Product Datasheet
- TC-Link®-1CH-LXRS® Quick Start Guide
- Node Commander Wireless Sensing Software User Manual
- Wireless Products Comparison
Mechanical Prints (Uncontrolled)
General Documentation
- TC-Link®-6CH-LXRS® Product Datasheet
- TC-Link®-6CH-LXRS® Quick Start Guide
- Node Commander Wireless Sensing Software User Manual
- Wireless Products Comparison
Mechanical Prints (Uncontrolled)
Technical Notes
- Powering a Wireless Node with Sources Greater Than 9 Volts
- LXRS® Firmware Upgrades
- Outputting a 4 to 20 mA Current Loop
- TC-Link®-6CH-LXRS® Power Profile
- Battery Use and Replacement
- Using External Power With Wireless Sensor Nodes
- IP and NEMA Rated Enclosures for Wireless Nodes
- TC-Link®-6CH-LXRS® Power Profile
- Using External Power With Wireless Sensor Nodes
- TC-Link®-6CH-LXRS® Internal Dip Switches
- Synchronized Sampling on Startup
- LXRS and LXRS+ Wireless Sensor Protocol
- Single Node Sampling in SensorConnect
- Multiple Node Sampling in SensorConnect
General Documentation
- RTD-Link-LXRS Product Datasheet
- RTD-Link-LXRS Quick Start Guide
- Node Commander Wireless Sensing Software User Manual
- Wireless Products Comparison
Technical Notes
- Powering a Wireless Node with Sources Greater Than 9 Volts
- LXRS® Firmware Upgrades
- Synchronized Sampling on Startup
Videos
Software
- SensorConnect Data Acquisition Software (beta)
- Node Commander Data Acquisition Software
- MicroStrain Communication Library (MSCL)
- Software Systems Overview (link)
- SensorCloud Overview (link)
- MicroStrain SDK LabView Examples (legacy)
Firmware
Product Video Tutorials
Visit our YouTube channel to view the full Sensing Tutorials playlist HERE.
Managing Data Repositories
Upgrading Firmware
Setting Nodes to Idle
Changing Frequency
Working with the Beacon
Using the Range Test Tool
Upgrading SensorConnect
Single/Multi Node Sampling
Idle, Sleep, Sample Modes
Export/Import Node Configs
Downloading Datalog
Add Nodes in SensorConnect
Creating .CSV Files