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Optical Dust Sensor Probe

Data Sheet
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key sensor features
Designed to monitor dust particles in data centers, server rooms & cabinets.

no pc required for the ServersCheck to operate once configured - compact & affordable optical dust sensor made in Japan.
- reports dust density in mg/m³
- range: 0 to 600 μg/m³
- measures total dust density (PM2.5 & PM10 combined)
- sensitivity: 100 μg/m³

- compact plug & play sensor.
- designed for indoor use.
- steel enclosure for non-power sensors. custom color options available.
- industrial grade.
- 0u rack, DIN rail, magnetic or wall mountable sensor.
- plugs into the base unit.
- powered by the base unit.
- alerts via SNMP Traps, email or SMS.
- wired or optionally wireless.
- integrates via Modbus TCP, SNMP.

- optional MQTT integration - requires a different firmware of the BASE-WIRED.
- Modbus RTU RS-485 hardware versions available for specific sensors enabling direct integration with your own gateway & controllers.
- for other sensors, integrates over RS-485 is available using the optional Modbus RTU module.

- Gas and Thermal Imaging sensors require the optional BASE-FW-SSLS firmware addon to operate.
Optical Dust Sensor
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Why monitoring dust
in mission critical?
Dust and particles can be a major issue in mission critical systems, as they can cause a variety of problems such as equipment failure, reduced efficiency, and increased maintenance costs.

One of the main benefits of real-time dust and particles monitoring using sensors is the ability to detect these contaminants early, before they cause significant problems. Sensors can continuously monitor the environment and alert maintenance staff when dust or particles are detected, allowing them to take corrective action before the contaminants cause significant damage.

Real-time dust and particles monitoring can also help to prevent equipment failures and downtime. If dust or particles are allowed to build up, they can clog filters, obstruct airflow, and cause equipment to fail, leading to costly repairs and lost productivity. By detecting contaminants early and taking preventive action, real-time dust and particles monitoring can help to extend the life of equipment and reduce the risk of costly failures.

Overall, real-time dust and particles monitoring using sensors is an important tool for maintaining the safety and reliability of mission critical systems.