HCT-4 Conduit Soil Monitor for Agriculture
The conduit soil monitor is a multi-layer soil sensing device designed for the continuous monitoring of soil moisture, temperature, and electrical conductivity (EC) at various depths, providing real-time insights into soil conditions within the crop root zone. Featuring multi-layer monitoring, stable data, easy installation, and long-term online operation, it is widely used in precision agriculture, smart irrigation, greenhouse cultivation, orchard management, and scientific research monitoring, helping users optimize irrigation and increase crop yields.
- Humidity Range: 0~ 100% VOL
- Operating Temperature: -20℃~65℃
- Output: RS485 or 4G
- Voltage-Supply: DC12-24V
- Shell material: PVC+ASA
- Work environment: -20℃~65℃
- Protection level: IP68
- Usage: Soil temperature and moisture
Price: $180-$219
Introduction
The conduit soil monitor (also known as a soil profile monitor or tubular soil moisture monitoring system) is a smart soil monitor designed for the continuous monitoring of environmental parameters across different soil layers. By integrating multi-layer sensors, the device can simultaneously collect key data such as soil moisture, temperature, and electrical conductivity (EC), enabling analysis of soil conditions from the surface down to the root zone. Compared to traditional single-point measurement methods, the conduit soil monitor covers the entire soil environment within the root zone, providing more comprehensive data support for irrigation decisions, crop management, and soil research. It is a commonly used soil monitoring solution in modern smart agriculture.
Through multi-layer sensor technology, the tubular soil monitor enables continuous monitoring of soil layers ranging from 10 cm to 100 cm or even deeper, helping users accurately understand the distribution of moisture throughout the soil profile. Studies have shown that the proper use of soil moisture monitoring data can reduce irrigation water consumption by 20%–30% while maintaining normal crop growth and improving water use efficiency, making it a commonly used soil monitoring solution in modern smart agriculture.
Structure Conduit Soil Monitor
- Conduit Tube: Used to install and protect internal sensors, ensuring long-term, stable operation of the equipment.
- Soil Moisture Sensor: Measures soil moisture content at different depths in real time.
- Soil Temperature Sensor: Monitors changes in soil temperature, providing data for crop growth analysis.
- Soil Electrical Conductivity (EC) Sensor: Measures changes in soil salinity and nutrient levels.
- Multi-layer Monitoring Nodes: Distributed at preset depths to enable continuous monitoring of the soil profile.
- Data Acquisition Module: Responsible for collecting, processing, and transmitting sensor data.
- Communication Interface Module: Supports RS485 and 4G communication protocols.
- Waterproof Sealing Assembly: Enhances the device’s dustproof, waterproof, and corrosion-resistant performance.
- Installation Mounting Bracket: Used for vertical installation and secure mounting of the device in the soil.
- Power Supply System: Supports DC power, solar power, or battery-powered solutions.
Details
Multi-angle views of the soil temperature and moisture sensor’s physical details and structure help users gain a clear understanding of the product’s design and manufacturing process. As a key component of the smart agriculture soil monitor solution, the conduit soil monitor’s details are shown below:
Specifications
The conduit soil monitor utilizes FDR (Frequency Domain Reflectometry) technology to simultaneously monitor two key parameters—soil moisture and soil temperature—enabling continuous monitoring of soil conditions at various depths. Specifications include measurement range, soil moisture content, soil temperature, measurement accuracy, output methods, and protection rating. Below are the key technical specifications for the tubular soil monitoring instrument:
Parameters
| Parameter | |
| Sampling interval | Adjustable from 10 minutes to 24 hours (customizable) (Default 30 minutes) |
| Measurement principle | FDR frequency domain reflection method |
| Measurement area | 90% of the impact is within a 10cm diameter area surrounding the sensor. Cylindrical measuring carrier |
| Storage capacity | 8MB (the capacity of historical data that can be stored after a network outage) |
| Data View | Web Remote viewing via a web-based system platform, local Bluetooth access |
| Transmission method | By default, data is transferred to the proprietary cloud platform via 4G. Supports API integration. Optional RS485 output, Modbus RTU communication protocol. Optional integration with third-party cloud platforms. |
| Power supply method | 4G transmission: Solar panels + Built-in lithium battery power supply. RS485 Output: DC12-24V |
| Power consumption | Power consumption in the static state is less than 10 μA, and power consumption during sampling is 80 mA; |
| IoT SIM card | Standard three-year cost |
| Work environment | -20℃~65℃ |
| Shell material | PVC+ASA |
| Structural appearance | Integrated tubular (column-type) |
| Equipment size | diameter 102mm, high 770mm |
| Sealing material | Epoxy resin |
| Protection level | IP68 |
Tubular Soil Monitoring Instrument Features
Multi-Device Networking
Supports multi-point networked monitoring to enable centralized management of regional soil data.
Multi-Depth Monitoring
Supports multi-layer measurements at 10, 20, 30, and 40 cm, with customizable depths.
Remote Cloud Access
Data is uploaded to the cloud platform in real time and can be accessed via both mobile devices and PCs.
Resume Upload After Disconnection
Data is automatically cached during network interruptions and uploaded upon restoration.
Global Data Transmission
Supports domestic and international communication methods, tailored to different markets.
Expandable Features
Optional GPS and expanded monitoring of multiple meteorological parameters.
Applications of soil monitoring sensors
The soil monitoring sensor is specifically designed for long-term soil environmental monitoring and can be applied in fields such as agricultural cultivation, water conservancy projects, ecological restoration, meteorological observation, scientific research, and environmental protection. Establishing a continuous soil profile data model helps users more accurately assess dynamic changes in soil moisture, thereby improving management efficiency and reducing operating costs.
Precision Agriculture
Optimize irrigation management and improve water and smart fertigation system use efficiency.
Farmland Crop Monitoring
Monitor changes in the soil environment at the crop root zone in real time.
Greenhouse Management
Provides continuous soil data support for protected agriculture.
Water Resources Management
Assists with groundwater recharge and water management in irrigation districts.
Agricultural IoT Platform
Integrates with smart agriculture systems and IoT weather monitoring systems to enable remote monitoring and data analysis.
Conduit Soil Monitor custom
The soil condition monitoring supports multi-dimensional customization, allowing for flexible adjustments to monitoring depth, sensor parameters, communication methods, and data platform integration solutions based on different application scenarios and project requirements. If you need to build a precision agriculture system or a smart irrigation solution for your project, we can provide tailored support for structural optimization and functional expansion. Please feel free to contact us with your specific application requirements to receive a customized solution.
Customization Options
In practical applications, soil structure, climatic conditions, and crop types vary significantly across different regions, making it difficult for standard configurations to fully meet all requirements. Customized designs can effectively address issues such as data mismatches, inaccurate monitoring, and insufficient system compatibility, helping users achieve higher-precision soil data collection and more efficient irrigation decision-making and management.
- Customizable Monitoring Depth:
Burial depth can be adjusted according to the crop’s root zone - Expanded Sensor Parameters:
Supports monitoring of multiple parameters such as EC, pH, and salinity - Communication Options:
Supports multiple data transmission methods, including RS485, 4G, and LoRa - Data Platform Integration:
Can integrate with third-party cloud platforms or private systems - Customized Power Supply Solutions:
Supports solar power, mains power, and hybrid power supply options - Structural and Housing Optimization:
Adapted to different soil environments and climatic conditions - Expanded Location Capabilities:
Can integrate GPS positioning and plot management functions
Conduit Soil Monitor manufacturer and supplier
Yantai Sensor is a professional conduit soil monitor manufacturer and supplier, specializing in the development and production of soil profile monitoring solutions for precision agriculture, smart irrigation, environmental monitoring, scientific research, and water resource management. Our conduit soil monitor systems are designed to provide continuous measurements of soil moisture and temperature at multiple depths, helping users better understand root-zone conditions, optimize irrigation schedules, reduce water waste, and improve crop productivity. With extensive industry experience, we deliver reliable soil monitoring solutions for both small-scale farms and large agricultural projects.
Our multi-layer soil moisture monitor supports flexible sensor configurations, multiple communication options, and seamless integration with IoT platforms. Backed by our in-house R&D center, CNAS-certified laboratory, and comprehensive environmental testing capabilities, every product undergoes rigorous quality verification before delivery. We also provide OEM/ODM customization services, including monitoring depth, communication protocols, power supply options, and platform integration. If you are looking for a customized remote soil monitoring solution for your project, contact our technical team for professional support and product recommendations.
