Overview
Ultrasonic sensors can be used in a variety of applications for measuring distances between the sensor and objects in its path. ultrasonic sensors are impervious to target surface and color, and feature auto-calibration algorithms which allow them to adapt to variable environmental conditions and compensate for temperature and humidity effects. The ultrasonic sensors can also be calibrated through the isoftware for greater accuracy in distance measurements.
How They Work
- The sensor measures ultrasonic ranging data using its integrated sensing element at configurable intervals.
- Readings are transmitted wirelessly to the UpKeep Edge gateway via the 900 MHz protocol, with Encrypt-RF security.
- UpKeep Edge processes incoming data in real time, comparing readings against user-defined alert thresholds.
- When thresholds are breached, instant notifications are sent via text, email, or phone call to designated team members.
- All data is logged for historical trending, compliance reporting, and predictive maintenance analysis.
Applications
- Tank level monitoring
- Inventory level tracking
- Bin fill detection
- Distance measurement
Specifications
| SKU | MNS2-9-W2-US-ST |
|---|---|
| Category | Motion & Detection |
| Sensor type | Ultrasonic Ranging Sensors |
| Dimensions | 4.4 × 2.5 × 1.1 in |
| Weight | 7.3 oz |
| Wireless Range | Up to 1,200+ ft. (non-line-of-sight) |
| Battery Life | Up to 10+ years (usage-dependent) |
| Encryption | Encrypt-RF (256-bit AES) |
Questions about this sensor
- What does the Enterprise - Ultrasonic Sensor measure?
- Ultrasonic sensors can be used in a variety of applications for measuring distances between the sensor and objects in its path. ultrasonic sensors are impervious to target surface and color, and feature auto-calibration algorithms which allow them to adapt to variable environmental conditions and compensate for temperature and humidity effects. The ultrasonic sensors can also be calibrated through the isoftware for greater accuracy in distance measurements.
- Where is the Enterprise - Ultrasonic Sensor typically installed?
- Common placements include tank level monitoring, inventory level tracking, bin fill detection. It uses an AA-battery enclosure, which trades a little size for the longest battery life in the range.
- What does it need to work?
- An UpKeep Edge gateway within about 1,200 ft. One gateway supports 50 or more sensors, and readings reach UpKeep over the gateway's cellular, Ethernet, or Modbus connection.
- What happens when a reading is out of range?
- UpKeep opens a work order against the asset and notifies the assigned technician. You set the thresholds for each ultrasonic ranging sensor individually.
