How to Connect DurUntash Sensors to Third-Party Hardware: Raspberry Pi and PLC Systems

Are you looking to enhance your monitoring systems with precise environmental data?

Integrating diverse sensors can be a challenge, but EnviTronics Lab (formerly DurUntash Lab, LLC, San Diego, CA) simplifies the process. Our sensors are designed for seamless integration with popular platforms like Raspberry Pi and PLC systems, allowing you to unlock the power of your data for enhanced monitoring and control.

DurUntash Sensors

APAS T1: Precision Soil Moisture and Temperature
- Designed for accurate measurements in both soil and soilless media (like rockwool).
- Ideal for optimizing irrigation and growth conditions.
- Measurement accuracy comparable to scale/microlysimeters, without maintenance hassles.
HITA E0: Electrical Conductivity, TDS, and Temperature
- Measures EC (bulk or extract), TDS, and temperature in soil, soilless media, and nutrient solutions.
- Suitable for both spot and continuous measurements.
- High accuracy through two-stage calibration.
INSHU LWS: Leaf Wetness and Temperature
- Detects leaf wetness, dew, ice formation, and temperature.
- Useful for integrated pest management (IPM) and preventing frost damage.
- Also used as a very accurate rain onset/heavy fog detector.
- Capacitive sensor that does not need painting.
ISHTAR Zero Sensor Adapter
- Automatically detects sensor type, takes readings, processes data, and sends data strings.
- Simplifies connection to Raspberry Pi and other systems.

Connecting to Raspberry Pi

Integrating DurUntash sensors with your Raspberry Pi is straightforward using the ISHTAR Zero adapter.

Plug and Play: Connect the DurUntash sensor to the ISHTAR Zero adapter.
Data Transmission: The adapter automatically detects the sensor and sends processed data strings to the Raspberry Pi via USB/serial.
Data Processing: Use your Raspberry Pi to process and display the sensor data as needed.
Customer Example: One customer integrates APAS T1 and HITA E0 sensors into their lighting system, using the Raspberry Pi to control lighting based on soil moisture and EC levels. They use the AVAN CT handheld reader for spot check measurements.

Integration into PLC-based Control & Monitoring Systems

DurUntash wireless sensor networks integrate seamlessly with PLC (Programmable Logic Controller) based systems.

Wireless Network: Our wireless system architecture enables easy communication with commercial PLCs (e.g., Opto 22).
UDP Messaging: Access sensor data via UDP messaging and parse it using Node-RED.
PLC Integration: With minimal PLC programming, you can integrate sensor data into your existing control and monitoring system.

Other DurUntash Products

Handheld Readers: For convenient spot measurements.
Wireless Sensor Nodes: For flexible, remote monitoring.
Dataloggers: For long-term data recording.

Real-World Applications

Precision agriculture: Optimizing irrigation, nutrient management, and pest control.
Environmental monitoring: Tracking soil conditions, leaf wetness, and other environmental factors.
Greenhouse automation: Controlling lighting, temperature, and humidity.
Research and development.

Explore our full range of DurUntash sensors and accessories to find the perfect solution for your monitoring needs.