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Moisture Sensor

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FarmTRX Moisture Sensor

The Moisture Sensor from FarmTRX delivers on-the-go grain moisture monitoring to the Yield Monitor. It installs on the clean-out hatch door at the base of the clean grain elevator in a location where grain flow is consistent. The Moisture Sensor takes capacitance readings of flowing grain during harvest and records live and average grain moisture values viewable to the farmer via the Mobile App.

Highlights 

  • Can be installed on any combine with a minimum clean-out hatch door width of six inches
  • Ceramic sensor face and stainless steel flange for good durability in a high-wear environment
  • Accuracy of ±0.5% within 5% to 30% moisture content when calibrated and operating within temperature range

System overview

Combine wiring diagram for FarmTRX sensors

How to install the FarmTRX Moisture Sensor on any combine

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The FarmTRX Moisture Sensor is typically installed at the base of the clean grain elevator on the lower door. It takes a farmer on average between 2 and 4 hours to install the Moisture Sensor.

Tools required for installation:

  • Center Punch
  • 65 mm (2-9/16”) Hole-Saw
  • 8 mm (5/16”) Socket
  • Angle Grinder with Cut-Off
  • Wheel Blade
  • Phillips Screwdriver

The preferred install location for the Moisture Sensor depends on several factors, including combine model and grain type. Please refer to the Installation Guide for more detailed instructions.

Technical Specifications

 

Type

– Capacitance-based grain moisture sensor

Measurement range

– 5% to 30% moisture content (depending on grain type)

Accuracy

– ±0.5% (in the 5% to 30% moisture range)

Resolution

– 0.1%

Grain types

– Wheat, barley, corn, canola, soybeans, sunflower, and more

Input voltage

– 12-18 VDC

Current consumption

– 100 mA

Power consumption

– 1.5 Watt

Reverse polarity protection

– Up to 28 VCD

Certifications

– CE, FCC, RoHS compliant

Warranty

– 2 years

Documentation

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