The MCU500 data logging output is fully transportable into all common spreadsheet programs. The optical isolation provides exceptionally clean signals, eliminating the typical power line ground noise which is usually present and often masks or disturbs the low level signal from the probes. The total isolation also extends the life of the probe, eliminating electrolysis and depletion of probe electrolytes due to system ground currents. A total of six AC switch modules are provided with the system. They are designed for mounting onto a panel board, post, etc., and provide a convenient way of controlling power to feeders, pumps, air compressors, fans, heaters, and more.
Larger versions are available.
More importantly, it gives the system planner the option of procuring the components in well defined, not too large, subsets of sensors and controls, with spares. As the installation grows, additional systems are added and networked together. In the multi-MCU configuration, one MCU500 is normally designated the master controller. Typically, this unit is equipped with the modem, or Ethernet port, while the others are not. A second unit can be configured with a modem to provide pager support and communications redundancy.