Decentlab DL-MBX-003 - Ultrasound Level Sensor for LoRaWAN

0.5 to 5m, First Detectable Target, Snow Level Sensor

The DL-MBX series enables remote monitoring of water level, fill level of tanks and silos, fill level of waste containers, presence of objects or snow level.

It measures the distance between the sensor head and the target (rangefinder). The measurement principle is based on ultrasonic waves which are transmitted by the sensor and reflected back from nearby objects. Using the time of flight of the sound waves and the speed of sound (temperature compensated), the sensor computes the traveling distance and thus the distance to the object.

Decentlab DL-MBX is a LoRaWAN based device, compatible with any network server, allowing for ease of installation, long range wireless communication and long battery life of up to 12 years in the field.

Models:

There are many types of Ultrasound sensors, designed to operate in specific ways, thus suitable for different measurement applications. Decentlab provides 6 different models for various tasks;

• DL-MBX-001, Range: 10m, "First Detectable Target", General purpose measurements like open water level
• DL-MBX-002, Range: 5m,   "Largest Detectable Target", Suitable for Tank Level measurement and sewer systems
• DL-MBX-003, Range: 5m,   "First Detectable Target", Suitable for snow level measurements
• DL-MBX-004, Range: 10m,  "First Detectable Target", Silo fill levels: mash and powdery materials etc.
• DL-MBX-005, Range: 10m, "First Detectable Target", Silo Fill levels: Kernels, broken kernels, pellets etc.
• DL-MBX-006, Range 5m, "First Detectable Target", General purpose applications, delivered with detached sensor head and 10m cable.

Key Features

• LoRaWAN® -enabled non-contact distance sensor (rangefinder)
• Range: 5 m / 10 m, Resolution: 1 mm
• Compatible with LoRaWAN® networks of any provider
• Place and measure: no setup required
• Configurable via command line interface and downlink command interface
• Unattended real-time monitoring for several years without replacing batteries
• Robust polycarbonate enclosure: weatherproof, impact-, UV-resistant (IP67)
• Standard alkaline (C-type) batteries
• CE compliant, Radio Equipment Directive (RED) 2014/53/EU

Ultrasound Applications

There are many applications where ultrasound sensors can be used to great effect. Here's a list of typical areas of use;

• Outdoor remote monitoring
• Water level monitoring in running water
• Flood monitoring
• Waste water management, sewer system monitoring
• Level / depth monitoring in water tanks
• Snow level monitoring
• Presence detection: car parking monitoring
• Waste management / smart bin: monitor waste bins and recycling containers
• Smart agriculture: fill level monitoring in grain, fertilizer or pellets silos
• Irrigation ponds monitoring