Features & Applications:
When precision irrigation decisions count, the Field Scout Soil Moisture Meter offers growers a tool to eliminate the guesswork. Based on proven time-domain measurement technology, this portable unit accurately measures soil moisture across the full range of soil moisture conditions. Select from the 7.5, 12 or 20-cm (3, 4.8 or 8-inch) probe rods to suit your desired depth measurement. Install PVC access tubes and take readings deeper in the soil profile.
The Field Scout has two volumetric water content modes; one for standard soils and one for higher clay soils. In volumetric water content (VWC) mode, the meter converts a measured electrical signal into percent soil moisture content using an equation valid over a wide range of mineral soils. In irrigation mode, the meter displays relative water content (RWC) on a scale of 0 to 100 corresponding to a user-defined upper and lower soil moisture reference level. Water deficit, the amount of water needed to bring the soil moisture content up to the upper reference level, is also calculated and displayed.
Reference levels are easily programmed into the meter with the accompanying software. Create up to 2 management sites based on your soil types and crop needs. Use the raw reading mode (measurement period in microseconds) to do soil-specific calibrations.
Features:
- Two volumetric water content modes
- Irrigation mode
- Water deficit is calculated and displayed
- Easily program reference levels into the meter
- Raw reading mode for soil-specific calibrations
- Built-in datalogger
- Includes:
Spec Summary:
Measurement Units: |
Percent volumetric water content |
| Resolution: |
0.1% |
| Accuracy: |
±3.0% volumetric water content
with electrical conductivity <2 dS m –1 |
| Range: |
0% to saturation (Saturation is typically around 50% volumetric water) |
| Power: |
4 AAA alkaline batteries (approximately 12 month life)
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| Logger Capacity: |
2700 readings without GPS, 1250 readings with GPS/DGPS |
| Display: |
16 character, 2 line LCD |
| Weight: |
3 lbs. (1.4kg) |
| Probe Head Dimensions: |
3.1” x 3” x 1”
(7.8cm x 7.6cm x 2.5cm) |
| Rod Dimensions: |
Length : 4.8” (12cm) or 7.9” (20cm)
Diameter: 0.2” (0.5cm)
Spacing: 1.3” (3.3cm) |
| The datalogger’s LCD screen displays data in two forms: Volumetric water content and Relative water content mode. Internal data logger and RS-232 port are compatible with GPS/DGPS. |
Note: Probe rods are not included and must be purchased separately.
