8in1 soil sensor with LoRa / LoRaWAN | real-time soil parameter monitoring | moisture | temperature | EC | salinity | pH | RS485 | IP68

Technical specifications

Type: soil sensor (8in1)
Connection: LoRa / LoRaWAN + RS485 (Modbus-RTU)
Measured parameters (8in1): Soil moisture; Soil temperature; EC (electrical conductivity); Salinity; pH; (other parameters can be configured as needed)
Measurement range: 3 ~ 7 pH
Accuracy: ±0.3 pH
Resolution: 0.01 / 0.1 pH
Salinity resolution: 10 ppm
Response time: < 1 s
Stabilization time: 5–10 s after power-on
Operating temperature: -30 °C ~ +70 °C
Protection class: IP68 (fully waterproof and dustproof)
Installation: buried in soil
Housing: ABS engineering plastic + epoxy resin
Cable: standard 1 m
Signal: RS485 (Modbus-RTU protocol)
Device address: 01 (default)
Wireless communication: LoRa / LoRaWAN (long-range data transmission)

Functions

8-parameter measurement in one device - reduces equipment quantity and allows simultaneous monitoring of all key soil indicators
LoRa / LoRaWAN communication - long-range, low power consumption – ideal for remote locations and smart systems
Fast and accurate response - <1 second response time enables real-time monitoring of changes
Industrial reliability (IP68) - fully sealed – suitable for use in rain, mud, humid or aggressive environments
RS485 integration - easily integrated into automation systems, PLC or SCADA

Application

For household users: gardens and greenhouses, lawn and plant care. Benefits: optimal irrigation, healthier plants, reduced water consumption
For farmers / agronomists: precision agriculture, fertilization and irrigation control, real-time soil analysis
For electricians / automation specialists: integration into smart control systems, work with RS485 / Modbus, implementation of IoT solutions
For engineers / designers: smart agriculture projects, environmental monitoring, scientific research, automated irrigation systems

Advantages

8 parameters in one device
LoRa / LoRaWAN – long operating range
IP68 – full protection against water and dust
very fast response (<1 s)
high measurement accuracy
durable and long-lasting housing
easy integration (RS485 Modbus)
suitable for professional use

Disadvantages

LoRa infrastructure required
limited pH range (3–7)
technical knowledge required for integration
cable length only 1 m (may require extension)