Delta-T Devices WET150 Quick Start Manual

Delta-T Devices WET150 Quick Start Manual

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Quick Start Guide
Version 3.0

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  • Page 1 WET150 sensor Quick Start Guide Version 3.0...
  • Page 2 Getting started Thank you for purchasing the WET150, Delta-T’s robust and accurate sensor for water content, electrical conductivity and temperature. To ensure you get the most out of your sensor, we recommend the following steps: Check you have all the equipment you need For a list of accessories and additional equipment see section “System parts”...
  • Page 3 System Parts Note: the WET150 and WET150 Meter are sold together as sensor the WET150 kit with a dedicated Quick Start Guide WET150 Meter SMSC/lw-05m 5m cable with 200mm flying leads EXT/5w-01 1, 5, 10 and 25m EXT/5w-05 extension cables...
  • Page 4 Connecting your WET150 The WET150 complies with v1.3 of the SDI-12 Standard, published by the SDI-12 Support Group. As such it is compatible with a wide range of equipment. For details of how to connect it to your specific equipment, refer to your equipment’s instructions on installing SDI-12 sensors.
  • Page 5 For pore water conductivity (EC ) and water content measurements, the WET150 contains user-configurable parameters. By default, the WET150 is shipped with generic parameters that match the generic parameters in Delta-T’s WET2 sensor. We strongly recommend you review these settings. Best results will be obtained with parameters customised to your specific medium;...
  • Page 6 Programmer’s Guide contains full details. Care and maintenance ◼ Do not touch the WET150 rods or expose them to other sources of static damage, particularly when powered up. ◼ Ensure that connectors are clean, undamaged and properly aligned before pushing the parts together. Screw together firmly for a water-tight seal.
  • Page 7 WET150 at different soil moisture levels: Notes: [1] The WET150 has been carefully optimised to provide accurate readings in soils and substrates - readings taken in water or air may not meet the full specification.
  • Page 8 (bulk conductivity) Accuracy ± (6% + 10mS.m Accurate range: 0 to 1200mS.m Range Full range: 0 to 2000mS.m Temperature (the WET150 must be buried to accurately measure soil temperature) Accuracy ± 0.5 °C ± 0.7 °C Accurate range: Full range: Range 0 to +40 °C...

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