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Go Direct® Soil Moisture Sensor

Go Direct® Soil Moisture Sensor

£199.00 ex VAT | £238.80 Inc VAT

The Go Direct Soil Moisture Sensor is used to measure the volumetric water content of soil. This makes it ideal for performing experiments in courses such as soil science, agricultural science, environmental science, horticulture, botany, and biology. This probe connects via Bluetooth® wireless technology or via USB to your device.

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Description

The Go Direct Soil Moisture Sensor uses capacitance to measure the water content of soil (by measuring the dielectric permittivity of the soil, which is a function of the water content). Simply insert this rugged sensor into the soil to be tested, and the volumetric water content of the soil is reported in percent.

Remote Data Logging – Go Beyond Wireless Limits!

This Go Direct sensor is capable of remote data logging! This feature allows sensors to store data directly to their internal memory—ideal for investigations that extend beyond typical connection ranges like long-term environmental monitoring or rocket launches. It works seamlessly with our award-winning Vernier Graphical Analysis® app so students can visualize their data and make key connections between abstract science concepts and real-world phenomena.

Rechargeable Battery—Ready When You Are
The robust rechargeable battery offers long battery life and provides always-ready operation when using the sensor wirelessly. Monitor battery life directly from our award-winning Vernier Graphical Analysis® app, as well as LabQuest® 3. Should the battery run low, simply connect the sensor to the charging cable and keep on collecting—no interruptions or inconvenience to you or your students.

Wireless or Wired—The Flexibility to Choose
Our Go Direct sensors connect directly to your mobile device, Chromebook™, or computer using our Vernier Graphical Analysis® app—no additional equipment or software purchases are necessary. Go Direct sensors can be used wired via USB or wirelessly via Bluetooth® wireless technology, allowing you to choose the best solution for your classroom or laboratory.

Specification

  • Range: 0 to 45% volumetric water content in soil
  • Operating temperature: –40°C to +60°C
  • Dimensions: 8.9 cm × 1.8 cm × 0.7 cm (active sensor length 5 cm)

Requirements

Software Requirements

InterfaceLabQuest App
LabQuest 3Full Support
LabQuest 2
(Discontinued)
Full Support 1
Vernier LabQuest
(Discontinued)
Incompatible

COMPATIBILITY NOTES

  1. Wireless connection of this sensor to a LabQuest 2 requires a Go Direct Bluetooth Adapter when used with some older LabQuest 2 models.

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InterfaceGraphical Analysis App for Computers
NO INTERFACE REQUIREDFull support 1
LabQuest 3Full support 2
LabQuest 2
(Discontinued)
Full support 2 3

COMPATIBILITY NOTES

  1. For Bluetooth® connectivity, only computers running Windows 10 or Mac OS X 10.10 or newer are supported. The computer must also have a compatible Bluetooth 4.0+ radio.
  2. Connect this sensor directly to a computer or Chromebook via a USB or wireless Bluetooth® connection for best results. Alternatively, this sensor is fully supported when used with LabQuest 2 or LabQuest 3 when the LabQuest is connected to a computer or Chromebook via Wireless Data Sharing.
  3. Wireless connection of this sensor to a LabQuest 2 requires a Go Direct Bluetooth Adapter when used with some older LabQuest 2 models.

InterfaceGraphical Analysis for Chrome
NO INTERFACE REQUIREDFull Support
LabQuest 3

Full Support 1
LabQuest 2
(Discontinued)
Full Support 1 2

COMPATIBILITY NOTES

  1. Connect this sensor directly to a computer or Chromebook via a USB or wireless Bluetooth® connection for best results. Alternatively, this sensor is fully supported when used with LabQuest 2 or LabQuest 3 when the LabQuest is connected to a computer or Chromebook via Wireless Data Sharing.
  2. Wireless connection of this sensor to a LabQuest 2 requires a Go Direct Bluetooth Adapter when used with some older LabQuest 2 models.

InterfaceSoftware
Graphical Analysis for iOS
NO INTERFACE REQUIREDFull Support
LabQuest 3Full Support 1 2
LabQuest 2
(Discontinued)
Full Support 1 2 3

COMPATIBILITY NOTES

  1. Connect this sensor directly to a supported mobile device via a wireless Bluetooth® connection for best results.
  2. Mobile devices can only connect to LabQuest 2 or LabQuest 3 via Wireless Data Sharing.
  3. Wireless connection of this sensor to a LabQuest 2 requires a Go Direct Bluetooth Adapter when used with some older LabQuest 2 models.

InterfaceSoftware
Graphical Analysis for Android
NO INTERFACE REQUIREDFull Support
LabQuest 3Full Support 1 2
LabQuest 2
(Discontinued)
Full Support 1 2 3

COMPATIBILITY NOTES

  1. Connect this sensor directly to a supported mobile device via a wireless Bluetooth® connection for best results.
  2. Mobile devices can only connect to LabQuest 2 or LabQuest 3 via Wireless Data Sharing.
  3. Wireless connection of this sensor to a LabQuest 2 requires a Go Direct Bluetooth Adapter when used with some older LabQuest 2 models.

What's Included

  • Vernier Go Direct Soil Moisture Sensor
  • Micro USB cable