Farmbot-integrated Davis Weather Station
(Vantage Pro 2 GroWeather)
The Farmbot-integrated Davis Weather Station Vantage Pro 2 GroWeather (#6820AU) provides detailed environmental data directly to the MyFarmbot platform via satellite or cellular connectivity, ensuring reliable data even in the most isolated areas.
• Metrics captured: All weather metrics captured by the Vantage Pro 2, plus solar radiation, and evapotranspiration
• Frequency: Synced hourly via Farmbot Monitor
• Range: Up to 300 metres line-of-sight to Farmbot Monitor
• Power: Solar panel with battery backup – no mains required
Connectivity
• Cellular or satellite (satellite available exclusively through Farmbot)
• Ideal for areas with poor or no mobile coverage
• Seamless integration with MyFarmbot for a centralised view
Ideal for
• Remote and off-grid properties
• Precision pasture and crop monitoring
• Broadacre cropping operations and irrigation planning
Technical Specifications – Hardware (Davis Vantage Pro 2 GroWeather)
- Metrics Measured: Rainfall, temperature, dew point, humidity, wind speed & direction, barometric pressure, delta T, solar radiation, evapotranspiration.
- Data Collection Frequency: Temperature and humidity readings are synced hourly. Other weather data is captured every 10 minutes, with data points averaged (over the hour) for wind speed/direction, barometer, and solar radiation. Aggregated (over the hour) for rain.
- Data Sync Frequency: Hourly via Farmbot Monitor
- Connectivity: Satellite (exclusive to Farmbot) or cellular
- Wireless Range: Up to 300 metres line-of-sight to Farmbot Monitor
- Power Supply: Solar-powered with battery backup
- Mounting Options: Supplied with standard mounting bracket for pole installation
- Operating Conditions: Suitable for harsh and remote outdoor environments
Platform Integration – MyFarmbot
- Platform: Fully integrated with the MyFarmbot web and mobile platform
- Visual Data Display:Historical weather data charts and hourly updates
- Alerts: Customisable SMS and email alerts for key metrics
- User Access: Multi-user access with permission levels
- Dashboard Integration: Centralised view with all other Farmbot monitoring solutions
- Data Export: Downloadable reports (CSV format)
- Support: Ongoing Australian-based customer support and setup assistance
- Subscription Requirements: Works with Farmbot’s satellite or cellular plans
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