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The RS485 Soil Sensor is a highly accurate and durable solution designed for real-time monitoring of soil temperature, moisture, and electrical conductivity (EC). The soil detector operates within a 5-30V wide voltage range and communicates data via the MODBUS-RTU protocol using RS485, ensuring reliable data transmission for integration with automated irrigation and climate control systems. It can be paired with an Arduino UNO and a TTL to RS485 expansion board for easy setup. The soil measure sensor is perfect for smart farms growing rice, corn, and soybeans, as well as greenhouse environments requiring high precision in climate irrigation management.
The protection level of the soil sensor is IP68, and it is vacuum-filled and sealed with black flame-retardant epoxy resin. The probe material is made of 316 stainless steel, which is rust-proof, waterproof, anti-corrosion, salt-alkali corrosion resistance, and long-term electrolysis resistance. It is more affected by the soil salt content. It is small, can be buried in the soil for a long time, and is suitable for various soil types.
Wiring Diagram of soil sensor and Arduino Uno
Probe Material - 316 Stainless Steel
The soil sensor has an automatic temperature compensation function for conductivity, which ensures measurement accuracy no matter how the environment changes.
It is widely used in agricultural irrigation, greenhouses, flowers and vegetables, grassland and pastures, soil rapid testing, plant culture, scientific experiments, grain storage and the measurement of moisture content and temperature of various particulate matter.
Soil temperature has a direct impact on plant growth. Proper soil temperatures help promote plant root growth and the ability to absorb nutrients. Generally speaking, higher soil temperature is helpful for plant growth because it can increase plant metabolism, promote nutrient absorption and transport, and increase plant microbial synthesis capabilities, thereby promoting plant growth rate and yield.
In addition, appropriate soil moisture helps plant roots absorb water and nutrients and maintains water balance within plant cells. If the soil moisture is too low, plant roots will be limited in absorbing water, which can lead to plant dehydration, stagnant growth or even death. Excessive soil moisture may cause hypoxia in plant roots, hinder normal respiration and nutrient absorption of roots, and thus affect plant growth and development.
Soil electrical conductivity (EC) is the level of salt in the soil (salinity). These parameters are important indicators of soil fertility and health, and ultimately affect plants. When soil has high salt content, the salt makes it difficult for plants to absorb water, even if the moisture content in the soil is high. This condition will eventually "burn" the plant. Plants grow best in their preferred environment within the optimal range of soil moisture, temperature and EC levels. Growers need data on these parameters and understand what actions need to be taken to ensure plant health and higher yields.
How to install and use the soil sensor
For more detailed insights on selecting the most suitable sensor, refer to the guide on [How to Select the Best Soil Moisture Sensors for Agriculture and Research Lab].
