Model TSC Temperature Sensor Cable
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Crop-Protector™ temperature cables use advanced digital sensors encased in a rugged polymer cable equipped with fittings we machine in our BinMaster factory. This digital technology is proven to be highly accurate with a long service life, resulting in lower maintenance, higher reliability, and lower total cost of ownership than other types of temperature cables. Data from the temperature cables can be sent to a desktop or laptop PC or a wall-mounted touch PC loaded with Crop-Protector™ software. It is also possible to connect to a PLC or SCADA system, or a compact handheld reader.
The cables are easily installed from inside the roof using a suspension hook or steel wires or from outside the roof using a mounting plate. Cable length is set so the cable clears the bin sweep auger. These temperature cables are designed to be maintenance-free and accurate over a long life of service.
Features:
• Superior, long-lasting, and precise digital technology
• Special “low-pull” polymer cable
• Reliable operation with no temperature drift
• Simple installation via a variety of suspension options
• Two-wire system reduces wiring costs and simplifies installation
• Long service life that reduces maintenance and total cost of ownership
Specifications:
• Temperature Sensor Cable Diameter: Ø.42 in. (10.8mm)
• Maximum Cable Length: 98 ft. (30 meters)
• Tensile Strength: 5,511 lb. (2.500 Kg) Longer cables of larger diameter available for custom ordering
• Temperature Range: -4°F to 158°F (-20°C to +70°C)
• Resolution: 0.5°F (0.3°C)
• Sensor Placement: 6 ft. (1.8m) and 10 ft. (3.05m) standard
• Sensors per Cable: Up to 99
• Silo Roof Mounting: Hook, steel wire or mounting plate
• Silo Floor Attachment: Hook eye for floor attachment
Model MSC Moisture Sensor Cable
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The moisture sensor cable is used to monitor the ambient relative humidity at two to four different sensor points in the grain bin. The relative humidity is used to calculate grain moisture content using the EMC curve (Equilibrium Moisture Concentration).The data from these sensors is used to turn on the aeration fans only when needed to minimize shrinkage due to loss of moisture content. Crop-Protector™ Aeration Control software also shows the moisture content of the grain over time and displays the information on a trend curve. In most silos, a single moisture cable is all that is needed to monitor grain moisture content. Accurate, digital moisture measurement helps control losses due to spoilage that can occur if excessive moisture is present, or shrinkage due to moisture loss caused by excessive aeration.
It is most common for a moisture sensor cable to have three sensors. The top sensor is located just under the silo roof to monitor the relative humidity in the head space. The data from this sensor is used in the Crop-Protector™ Manager software to control the operation of roof vent fans. Two other moisture sensors are located at high and low levels along the cable to detect the moisture level present in the grain.
Features:
• Helps avoid shrinkage via reliable, digital moisture monitoring
• Control exhaust fan operation by monitoring humidity in head space
• Initiate aeration only when absolutely needed to prevent shrinkage
• Monitoring of grain and silo moisture conditions using easy-to-use PC software
• For use in all types of grain by simply changing software parameters
Specifications:
• Communication: Sub-Hubs collect data from moisture cables. Master-Hubs collect data from Sub-Hubs and send it to the Crop-Protector software on a PC.
• Moisture Sensor Cable Diameter: Ø.42 in. (10.8mm)
• Maximum Cable Length: 78 ft. (24 meters)
• Tensile Strength: 4,409 lb. (2.000 Kg)
• Sensors per Cable: 1 to 4
• Cable Anchoring: Optional attachment eye available
• Grain Moisture Sensing Range: 8% to 24%
• Head Space Moisture Sensing Range: 2 to 99% rH
Model TSL Temperature Sensor Lance
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The sensor lance is a rugged spear used to monitor the temperature of grain in piles, flat storage warehouses, or is easily portable to any location where temperature readings are needed. Digital sensors are encased in a flexible fiberglass rod that has a super smooth surface for easy insertion into the grain. The lance has a rugged handle with a substantial grip for ease of use. The lance connects to a portable handheld reader where readings can be viewed for up to 99 lances. Optionally, the data can be transferred to a PC where Crop-Protector™ Manager software can generate historical trend reports for each sensor.
Features:
• Precise portable or permanent digital temperature monitoring
• For piles, flat storage warehouses or remote locations
• Rugged handle and flexible fiberglass rod in a variety of lengths
• Outputs to handheld device with optional download to PC
• Up to 99 lances in a single network for large storage facilities
Model WS-LC and WS-PRO Weather Station
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The weather station provides fast, reliable information about the ambient temperature and air moisture conditions used for efficient aeration control. This information is integrated with the complex Automatic Aeration Control software that turns aeration fans on or off to optimize the moisture content of grain. Weather conditions such as rain starting or stopping, near freezing temperatures, sunrise, and sunset conditions are influential in determining when aeration should be applied. These conditions, along with ambient humidity relative to the moisture in stored grain, determine when and for how long aeration should be used to maximize the value of grain for market. The weather station is designed for long-lasting durability and is suitable for harsh conditions such as long, cold winters, hot tropical or desert-like conditions.
Features:
• Highly accurate, ambient weather information used for aeration control
• Connects to Automatic Aeration Control software to optimize grain moisture content
• Durable, long-lasting construction designed for minimal maintenance
• Suitable for cold winters, hot summers, and tropical or desert climates
• Remote access to weather conditions from Crop-Protector™ Manager software
Specifications:
• Power: Via Master-Hub
• Communication: Data-bus to Master Hub
• Relative Humidity Measurement Range: 2 to 99% rH, non-condensing
• Temperature Measurement Range: -22°F to 158°F (-30°C to +70°C)
• Weather Shields: Sun, rain and snow protection
