Onset HOBO USB Micro Station

The Onset HOBO USB Micro Station is a weatherproof data logger for multi-channel monitoring of microclimates.

Features

  • Weatherproof IP66 enclosure for harsh environments
  • Direct USB offload using CABLE-USBMB
  • Includes five smart sensor inputs
$279.00
Stock 2AVAILABLE

Overview
The Onset HOBO USB Micro Station is a weatherproof data logger for multi-channel monitoring of microclimates. This battery-powered station accepts up to five plug-and-play Smart Sensors (sold separately) and has a hinged door to make sensor installation simple and quick.

Compatibility
The Micro Station is equipped with a built-in USB port for fast, efficient data readout to a computer, and integrated mounting tabs for easy installation using the USB cable (sold separately). Hoboware software is also required for configuration and readout.

Note: that the H21-USB is not compatible with macOS 13 and 14

Operating Range -20° to 50°C (-4° to 122°F) with alkaline batteries
-40 to 70°C (-40 to 158°F) with lithium batteries

Smart Sensor Connectors
5
Smart Sensor Data Channels Maximum of 15 (some smart sensors use more than one data channel; see sensor manual for details)

Smart Sensor Network Cable Length
100 m (328 ft) maximum

Logging Interval
1 second to 18 hours

Start Modes
Immediate, at interval, push button, or delayed start

Memory Modes
Stop when full or wrap when full

Memory
512 KB nonvolatile flash data storage

Time Accuracy
0 to 2 seconds for the first data point and ±5 seconds per week at 25°C (77°F)

Battery Type
 Four AA 1.5 V alkaline batteries for operating conditions of -20° to 50°C (-4° to 122°F); four AA 1.5 V lithium batteries for operating conditions of -40 to 70°C (-40 to 158°F)

Battery Life
1 year, typical use (up to five sensors with 1 minute or greater logging interval)

Communication Type
USB 2.0 interface

Full Memory Download Time
4 minutes

Enclosure Access
Hinged door secured by one latch with eyelet for use with user-supplied padlock

Materials
Outer enclosure: Polycarbonate/PBT blend with stainless steel hinge pins; Gaskets: Silicone rubber; Cable channel: EPDM rubber

Dimensions
17.04 x 11.94 x 4.47 cm (6.71 x 4.70 x 1.76 in.) see diagrams in manual
Padlock hole diameter: 0.58 cm (0.23 in.)

Weight
414g (14.6 oz.)

Environmental Rating
Weatherproof enclosure, NEMA 4X and IP66
  • HOBO H21-USB Micro Station
  • Four AA 1.5V alkaline batteries
  • Rubber plugs
  • Grease packet
  • Screws and washers
  • Cable ties
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