MFR-NODE: Multifunction Research Node
The Multifunction Research Node has been designed to provide flexible communication, sensor and power options.
The MFR-NODE supports SDI-12 and 2 x dry contact digital inputs as well as optionally 2x differential / 4x single ended analogue inputs. The MFR-NODE supports sensors with higher power requirements; a solar panel can charge either the internal lithium-ion battery or both the node and sensor can be powered by an external 12V system (e.g. battery or mains source). Optional CAT-M1 provide an option for remote installation and in areas outside the range existing LoRaWAN networks. The optional multiconstellation GNSS ensures you won’t lose track of your device.
The MFR-NODE has an onboard 8GB SD Card to provide data logging capabilities and full data redundancy in the event of temporary loss of communications or dropped packets – ideal for research applications.
- Choice of CAT-M1 / NB-IoT communications or LoRaWAN™ low-power long-range connectivity
- AS923, AU915, EU868 and US915 available, with other region plans available upon request.
- Internal Lithium-ion, rechargeable by solar panel or external 12V or 24V DC power options
- External solar/battery input: 12-32V DC.
- Standard IP65 enclosure, optional IP67
- Supports the full range of SDI-12 commands, and sensors requiring constant excitation.
- Supporting SDI-12, 4x 32-bit dry-contact counting digital inputs.
- 24-bit ADC for 2x differential / 4x single ended sensor.
- Analogue channels 0 to 3 volts range (custom range available on request)
- 8GB SD Card for data storage
| Battery: | 6.7Ah Lithium-Ion rechargeable. Optional 13.4Ah. |
| Battery Life: | Up to 1 week without charge, dependant upon sensor configuration. |
| External Power Supply: | 12-32V DC, 11W or 22W Solar Panel, or 12V mains supply. |
| SDI-12 Commands Supported: | Measurement (M), Concurrent (C), Result (R). Other SDI-12 commands can be sent manually from the device (eg: change address, sensor specific commands). |
| Configuration: | Command line based, Windows 10, Mac and Linux compatible. |
| SDI-12 Sensor Capacity: | 2 standard, up to 10 with SDI-12 break-out box. |
| LoRaWAN Features: | OTAA & ABP (Over the Air Activation or Activation by Personalisation), Adaptive Data Rates, Confirmed Messaging, Public/Private networks. |
| Upload Interval: | From 1 second, user configurable. |
Variant MFR-NODE-C: CAT-M1 / NB-IoT
Variant MFR-NODE-L1: with LoRaWAN
- 868-928Mhz (Global LoRaWAN)
- LoRaWAN Version: MAC V1.0.2
- Regional Parameters Version: PHY V1.0.2 REV B / B
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SPLM7 Solar Power Mount
Mounting bracket kit for integrating a node with a solar power panel. -
ICT Data Buoy