The HS2P is a portable soil moisture measurement system designed for fast and accurate field testing. Combining the advanced Hydrosense II sensor with a durable handle and extension pole, it allows users to take measurements comfortably without bending or kneeling. Its lightweight and compact design makes it ideal for fieldwork, while the intuitive one-hand operation ensures quick and efficient measurements in various soil and turf conditions. Available with different probe lengths, the HS2P adapts easily to multiple applications and soil types.
Specifications
| Measurements Made | Volumetric water content (VWC) of porous media (such as soil) |
| Required Equipment | HS2P is a complete system. |
| Soil Suitability | Short rods are easy to install in hard soil. Suitable for soils with higher electrical conductivity. |
| Rods | Replaceable |
| Sensors | Interchangeable sensors; can swap the 12 cm and 20 cm sensors with the reader. |
| Handle Width | 29.2 cm (11.5 in.) |
| Height |
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| Pole Width | 2.5 cm (1 in.) |
| Pole Depth | 2.5 cm (1 in.) |
| Weight |
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Display | |
| Display | 128 x 64 pixel graphic LCD |
| Backlight | Blue and white LED (brightness adjustable) |
| GPS Accuracy |
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| Bluetooth Range | ~10 m (~30 ft) |
| Data Storage | > 1000 records (ring memory) |
| Zone Storage | > 100 records |
| Power Supply | 6 Vdc, 4 AA batteries |
| Battery Life | 6 to 12 months (typical usage) |
| Dimensions | 200 x 100 x 58 mm (7.9 x 3.9 x 2.3 in.) |
| Weight | 340 g (12 oz) |
Typical Power Consumption of Display | |
| Sleep | 20 µA |
| Backlight Off | 2 mA |
| Backlight at 60% | 18 mA |
| Backlight at 100% | 30 mA |
| GPS Active | 35 mA |
| Bluetooth Active | 30 mA |
Probe Options | |
| -NOTE- | The CS659P and CS658P cannot share rods. |
| Water Content Accuracy |
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| Volumetric Water Content Resolution | < 0.05% |
| Volumetric Water Content Range | 0% to 50% VWC |
| Rod Diameter | 5 mm (0.14 in.) |
| Rod Length |
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| Body Dimensions | 100 x 92 x 40 mm (3.9 x 3.6 x 1.6 in.) |
| Weight | 450 g (15.9 oz) |
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