The compact and rugged HOBO MicroRX Station is an easy-to-deploy, low-cost cellular solution for long-term, reliable field monitoring. Two power source options are available: a solar panel for extended deployments, and user-replaceable batteries for flexible mounting in covered or protected locations. The station includes inputs for up to five of Onset’s research-grade plug-and-play sensors, and can be ordered with an additional water level sensor input with integrated flow conversion. Configurable station-side alarms trigger immediate notifications of critical conditions, and Onset’s cloud-based HOBOlink platform makes it easy to view, access, and share data.
Highlighted Features
- Compact size for easy deployment
- Robust, weatherproof IP66/NEMA 4X enclosure
- Two power options:
- Integrated 1.7W solar panel with rechargeable battery pack
- 5W and 15W external solar panels can be added (RX2102 or RX2104 only)
- User-replaceable AA lithium batteries
- Inputs for five plug-and-play smart sensors
- Optional water level sensor input (RX2103 and RX2104 only)
- Built-in LCD confirms proper setup and operation
- Integrated mounting tabs for use with screws, zip ties, or U-bolts
- Station-side alarms, including water flow and accumulated rainfall
- Up to 10-minute connection rates via 4G cellular data plans
- Cloud-based monitoring and data access through HOBOlink
In what environment does this data logger operate?
This data logger operates in an outdoor environment.
What measurements does this data logger support?
The RX2100 data logger supports the following measurements: Absolute Pressure, 4-20mA, AC Current, AC Voltage, Amp Hour (Ah), Barometric Pressure, DC Voltage, Evapotranspiration, Kilowatt Hours (kWh), Leaf Wetness, Light Intensity, PAR, Power Factor (PF), Pulse Input, Rainfall, Relative Humidity, Soil Moisture, Temperature, Volt-Amp Reactive hour, Volt-Amps (VA), Water Level, Watt Hours (Wh), Watts (W) and Wind
HOBO MicroRX Station
The new web-enabled HOBO® MicroRX station is an easy-to-deploy, low-cost cellular field monitoring solution. With a compact size and rugged design, the MicroRX Station offers long-term, reliable environmental monitoring. Configurable station-side alarms provide immediate notification of critical conditions, and Onset’s cloud-based HOBOlink® platform makes it easy to view, access, and share your data.
Please Contact an Environmental Representative to Guide You Through Building the System
Step 1: Choose Your Station
Do you need water level measurement?
If so please choose the RX 2103 or RX2104. If you do not need water level measurement, please choose RX2102 or RX2103
RX 2101 HOBO MicroRX Station - battery powered
Note: When AC power is available, it can be used as the primary power, with battery as back-up. Order the P-AC-1 AC Adapter from Accessories tab.
RX 2102 HOBO MicroRX Station - built-in solar panel
Note: Larger external solar panels can be used with this model.
RX 2104 MicroRX Water Level Station - built-in solar panel
Note: Larger external solar panels can be used with this model.
RX 2103 MicroRX Water Level Station - battery powered
Note: When AC power is available, it can be used as the primary power, with battery as back-up. Order the P-AC-1 AC Adapter
Step 2: Data Plans
SP-610 included in purchase price
Step 3: Water Level Sensors
The following sensors are compatible with the water level stations. Please select one sensor and one cable.
MX2001-04-S - Freshwater Stainless Steel Level Sensor, 4m (13’)
MX2001-01-S - Freshwater Stainless Steel Level Sensor, 9m (30’)
MX2001-02-S - Freshwater Stainless Steel Level Sensor, 30m (100’)
MX2001-03-S - Freshwater Stainless Steel Level Sensor, 76m (250’)
MX2001-04-Ti-S - Saltwater Titanium Level Sensor, 4m (13’), Ti
MX2001-01-Ti-S - Saltwater Titanium Level Sensor, 9m (30’), Ti
Select One cable:
The 1, 5, 10, 15, 30, and 60 meter cables are typically in stock, while other cables are custom lengths with a 1-2 week lead time.
.2m-2.8m
3m-16m
17m- 30m
33m-66m
69m-99m
100m-200m
210m-300m
310m-400m
Mounting:
WELL-CAP-025cm (2") Well Cap for MicroRX Water Level Stations
Step 4: Environmental Sensors
4-20mA
S-CIA-CM14 - 12-bit 4-20mA Input Adapter Sensor
Barometric Pressure
S-BPB-CM50 - Smart Barometric Pressure Sensor
This sensor is not required when using the HOBO MicroRX Water Level Station which includes a barometric pressure sensor
DC Voltage (0-2.5v, 5v, 10v)
S-VIA-CM14 - 12-bit Voltage Input Adapter Sensor
Leaf Wetness
S-LWA-M003 - Leaf Wetness Smart Sensor
Light Intensity
S-LIA-M003 - Photosynthetic Light (PAR) Smart Sensor
S-LIB-M003 - S-LIB-M003Solar Radiation (Silicon Pyranometer) Smart Sensor
Pulse Input
S-UCC-M001 - Electronic Switch Pulse Input Adapter - 1 meter Sensor
S-UCC-M006 - Electronic Switch Pulse Input Adapter - 6 meters Sensor
S-UCD-M001 - Contact Closure Pulse Input Adapter - 1 meter Sensor
S-UCD-M006 - Contact Closure Pulse Input Adapter - 6 meters Sensor
Rainfall
S-RGA-M002 - 0.01" Rain Gauge (2m cable) Smart Sensor
S-RGB-M002 - 0.2 mm Rainfall (2m cable) Smart Sensor
S-RGE-M002 - Davis® 0.01" Rain Gauge Smart Sensor
S-RGF-M002 - Davis® 0.2 mm Rain Gauge Smart Sensor
Relative Humidity
S-THB-M002 - 12-bit Temperature/Relative Humidity (2m cable) Smart Sensor
S-THB-M008 - 12-bit Temperature/Relative Humidity (8m cable) Smart Sensor
Soil Moisture
S-SMC-M005 - EC5 Soil Moisture Smart Sensor
S-SMD-M005 - 10HS Soil Moisture Smart Sensor
Temperature
S-TMB-M002 - 12-Bit Temperature (2m cable) Smart Sensor
S-TMB-M006 - 12-Bit Temperature (6m cable) Smart Sensor
S-TMB-M017 - 12-Bit Temperature (17 m cable) Smart Sensor
Wind
S-WCF-M003 - Davis® Wind Speed and Direction Smart Sensor
S-WCB-M003 - R.M. Young Wind Monitor-AQ (model 05305) Adapter
S-WCC-M003 - R.M. Young Marine Wind Monitor (model 05106) Adapter
S-WCE-M003 - R.M. Young Wind Monitor for Wind/Alpine (model 05103) Adapter
S-WCG-M003 - Ultrasonic Wind Speed and Direction Smart Sensor
S-WDA-M003 - Wind Direction Smart Sensor
S-WSB-M003 - Wind Speed Smart Sensor
S-WSET-B - Wind Speed and Direction Set Smart Sensor
Step 5: Energy Sensors
AC Current
T-ACT-0750-020 - 20 Amp Accu-CT Split-Core Current Transformer 333mV Sensor
T-ACT-0750-050 - 50 Amp Accu-CT Split-Core Current Transformer 333mV Sensor
T-ACT-0750-100 - 100 Amp Accu-CT Split-Core Current Transformer 333mV Sensor
T-ACT-0750-250 - 250 Amp Accu-CT Split-Core Current Transformer 333mV Sensor
AC Voltage
T-MAG-SPT-150 - 150 Volt AC Potential Transformer Sensor
T-MAG-SPT-300 - 300 Volt AC Potential Transformer Sensor
T-MAG-SPT-600 - 600 Volt AC Potential Transformer Sensor
Amp Hour, Power Factor, Reactive Power, Volt-Amp Reactive Hour, Volt-Amps, Watt Hours, Watts
T-VER-E50B2 - E50B2 Power & Energy Meter Sensor
Kilowatt Hours
T-VER-8051-300 - Veris Kilowatt Hour Transducer 1-Phase, 300 Amp Sensor
T-VER-8053-800 - Veris Kilowatt Hour Transducer 3-Phase, 800 Amp Sensor
T-WNB-3D-240 - WattNode 208/240 VAC 3-phase Delta/Wye kWh Transducer Sensor
T-WNB-3D-480 - WattNode 480 VAC 3-phase Delta/Wye kWh Transducer Sensor
T-WNB-3Y-208 - WattNode 208/240 VAC 1,2, or 3 Phase Wye kWh Transducer Sensor
T-WNB-3Y-208-P - WattNode 208-240VAC 2 or 3 Branch Circuit kWh Transducer Sensor
Water Flow
T-MINOL-130-NL - No-lead Water Flow Meter Sensor
Step 6: Accessories
AC Power
Batteries
HRB-LI-6 - Replacement Lithium AA Batteries – 6 pack
Used with battery stations, RX2101 and RX2103.
HRB-NIMH-6 - Replacement Rechargeable Battery Pack for RX2102 and RX2104
Used with solar stations, RX2102 and RX2104.
Cable Adapters - Splitters
S-ADAPT-5 - 1-to-2 sensor communication adapter Adapter
S-ADAPT-6 - Smart Sensor Consolidator Box Adapter
Cable Management
CASE-PELICAN-1510 - Pelican Case
CABLE-USBMB - USB Cable
Compliance Certificates
COMPLIANCE CERT - Compliance Certification
Extension Cables
S-EXT-CASE2 - Weatherproof Extension Housing
S-EXT-M002 - Smart Sensor Extension Cable - 2m length Cable
S-EXT-M005 - Smart Sensor Extension Cable - 5m length Cable
S-EXT-M010 - Smart Sensor Extension Cable - 10m length Cable
S-EXT-M025 - Smart Sensor Extension Cable - 25m length Cable
Solar Power
SOLAR-15W - 15 Watt Solar Panel Power
SOLAR-5W - 5 Watt Solar Panel Power
Tripod Parts, Kits and Masts
M-TPA-KIT - HOBO Weather Station 3-Meter Tripod Kit
M-TPB-KIT - HOBO Weather Station 2-Meter Tripod Kit>
M-MPA - 3m mast
M-MPB - 1.5 meter mast
M-TPA - HWS 3m Tripod Tower with mast
M-TPB - HWS 2m Tripod Tower with mast
Operating Range | RX2101 and RX2103: -40° to 60°C (-40° to 140°F) RX2102 and RX2104: -20° to 60°C (-4° to 140°F) |
Smart Sensor Connectors | 5 |
Smart Sensor Network Cable Length | 100 m (328 ft) maximum |
Smart Sensor Data Channels | Maximum of 15 (some smart sensors use more than one data channel; see sensor manual for details) |
Logging Rate | 1 minute to 18 hours |
Time Accuracy | ±8 seconds per month in 0° to 40°C (32°F to 104°F) range; ±30 seconds per month in -40° to 60°C (-40° to 140°F) range |
Battery Type/Power Source | RX2102 and RX2104: Integrated 1.7 watt solar panel and NiMH rechargeable battery pack; optional AC power adapter (P-AC-1) or external solar panel (SOLAR-xW) can be used in place of integrated solar panel RX2101 and RX2103: 6 AA 1.5 V lithium batteries or AC power adapter (P-AC-1) |
Battery Life |
RX2102 and RX2104 Battery Life: Typical 3–5 years when operated in the temperature range -20° to 40°C (-4° to 104°F); operation outside this range will reduce the battery service life. Maximum connection rates with built-in solar panel, in full sun:
Battery life with daily connections:
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Memory | 16 MB, 1 million measurements, continuous logging |
Alarm Notification Latency | Logging interval plus 2–4 minutes, typical |
Enclosure Access | Hinged door secured by two latches with eyelets for use with user-supplied padlocks |
LCD | LCD is visible from 0° to 50°C (32° to 122°F); the LCD may react slowly or go blank in temperatures outside this range |
Materials | Outer enclosure: Polycarbonate/PBT blend with brass inserts; Interior: Polycarbonate/PBT; Gasket: Silicone foam; Cable channel: Santoprene™ TPE; U-Bolts (not included): Steel with zinc dichromate finish |
Dimensions | 19.95 x 13.68 x 7.49 cm (7.85 x 5.39 x 2.95 in.) |
Weight | 678 g (23.9 oz) |
Mounting | Optional U-bolts are compatible with masts up to 4.14 cm (1.63 in.) mast diameter; can also be mounted with zip ties or mounted to a flat surface with screws |
Environmental Rating | Weatherproof enclosure, NEMA 4X and IP66 (requires proper installation of cable channel system) |
Wireless Radio | GSM/GPRS/EDGE: Quad band 850/900/1800/1900 MHz UMTS/HSPA+: Seven band 800/850/900/1800/1900/2100 MHz LTE: Twelve Band 700/800/850/900/1800/1900/2100/2600 MHz |
Antenna | 4G LTE |
The CE Marking identifies this product as complying with all relevant directives in the European Union (EU) | |
FCC ID QIPPLS62-W, IC ID:7830A-PLS62W |
MX2001-04-S - Freshwater Stainless Steel Level Sensor, 4m (13’)
MX2001-01-S - Freshwater Stainless Steel Level Sensor, 9m (30’)
MX2001-02-S - Freshwater Stainless Steel Level Sensor, 30m (100’)
MX2001-03-S - Freshwater Stainless Steel Level Sensor, 76m (250’)
MX2001-04-Ti-S - Saltwater Titanium Level Sensor, 4m (13’), Ti
MX2001-01-Ti-S - Saltwater Titanium Level Sensor, 9m (30’), Ti
Light Intensity
S-LIA-M003 - Photosynthetic Light (PAR) Smart Sensor
S-LIB-M003 - S-LIB-M003Solar Radiation (Silicon Pyranometer) Smart Sensor
Rainfall
S-RGA-M002 - 0.01" Rain Gauge (2m cable) Smart Sensor
S-RGB-M002 - 0.2 mm Rainfall (2m cable) Smart Sensor
S-RGE-M002 - Davis® 0.01" Rain Gauge Smart Sensor
S-RGF-M002 - Davis® 0.2 mm Rain Gauge Smart Sensor
Soil Moisture
S-SMC-M005 - EC5 Soil Moisture Smart Sensor
S-SMD-M005 - 10HS Soil Moisture Smart Sensor
CASE-PELICAN-1510 - Pelican Case