dataTaker DT85G

16 Channel Geotechnical Data Logger

  • Vibrating Wire Sensor SupportCarlson, Electro Level & LVDT support
  • Up to 48 Analog (± 50V) sensor inputs
  • Expandable to 960 analog inputs
  • Programmable Analog Output
  • Modbus for SCADA connection
  • Web & FTP client / server
  • USB memory for easy data and program transfer

$4,370.00

Normal delivery 1-2 weeks

Description

The DT85G Geotechnical Data Logger

The new DT85G Geotechnical Data Logger Series 4 version has increased sampling speed, measurement range and programmable analog output.

Advanced design and technology plus 25 years of geotechnical expertise have produced the dataTaker DT85G GeoLogger – A versatile, powerful – yet low power & cost-effective data logger.

With temperature compensation (thermistor), 16 analog channels are capable to read up to 16 vibrating wire sensors. If temperature compensation is not required this logger can read up to 48 vibrating wire sensors.

Further expansion up to 320 sensors (with temperature compensation) or 960 sensors(without temperature compensation) is possible.

Superior Data Storage & Communications

With the standard unit able to store up to 10 million data points (expandable) you can log as much or as little as you need. Overwrite or stop logging once allocated memory is full, archive data on alarm event, copy to USB memory or transfer via FTP/ Email, the choice is yours.

Communications features include RS232, USB, and Ethernet, connect to the DT85G locally, remotely through a modem or over the Internet. The web interface allows users to configure the DT85G, access logged data and see current measurements as mimics or in a list using a web browser.

FTP/ Email provides data to your office over the internet or wireless network, without the need for polling or specific host software.

 

Compatibility with Geotechnical Instruments

The advanced dataTaker DT80G range Geologgers work with a host of sensors including Extensometers, Piezometers, Inclinometers, Strain gauges, Pressure cells, Crack meters, Tiltmeters and also support Carlson, Electrolevel, and LVDT devices. They are expandable up to 300 channels and are compatible with all major brands of geotechnical sensors including Geokon, Slope Indicator, RST Instruments, Soil Instruments Roctest, and AGI – Applied Geomechanics Inc.

Specifications

Analog Channels
Analog Channels 16 analog input channels (expandable to 320*)
Each channel is independent and supports: one isolated 3-wire or 4-wire input, or two isolated 2-wire inputs, or three common referenced 2-wire inputs
2 Wire w/ Com. Ref. Terminal: 48 Channels (expandable to 960*)
2 Wire Isolated: 32 Channels (expandable to 640*)
3 or 4 Wire Isolated: 16 Channels (expandable to 320*)
*Expansion requires option CEM20
Fundamental Input Ranges The fundamental inputs that the DT85 can measure are voltage, current, resistance and frequency. All other measurements are derived from these.
Sampling Integrates over 50/60 Hz Line Period for Accuracy and Noise Rejection
Maximum Sample Speed: 40 Hz
Effective Resolution: 18 Bits
Linearity: 0.01%
Common Mode Rejection: >90dB
Line Series Mode Rejection: > 35dB
Inputs Inter-channel Isolation: 100V (relay switching)
Analog Section Isolation: 100V (opto-isolated)
Input impedence: 160KΩ, >100MΩ
Current mode range: ±3.5V or ±55V (attenuator on/off)
Sensor Excitation (Supply) Analog Channels:
Selectable 2µA, 213µA or 2.5mA Precision Current Source
4.5V Voltage Source
or Switched External Supply
General Purpose: Switchable 12V/5V Regulated Supply for Powering Sensors & Accessories (Max. 150mA)
Analog Output Isolated programmable 16-bit DAC: voltage 0-10V or current 0-24mA
Analog Sensors
Thermocouples Type: B, C, D, E, G, J, K, N, R S, T
Calibration Standard: ITS-90
RTDs Materials Supported: Pt, Ni, Cu
Resistance Range: 10Ω to 1MΩ
Vibrating Wire Frequency range: 500 to 5kHz
Coil resistance: 50 to 200Ω
Stimulation method: single pulse pluck
Thermistors Type: YSI 400xx Series, other Types*
Resistance Range: Up to 1MΩ
* Other Thermistor Types are Supported by Thermistor Scaling and Calculated Channels
Monolithic Temperature Sensors Type: LM34 – 60, AD590, AD592, TMPxx, LM135, LM235, LM335
Strain Gauge and Bridge Sensors Configurations: 1/4, 1/2 & Full Bridge
Excitation: Voltage or Current
4-20mA Current Loop Internal 100Ω Shunt or External Shunt Resistor
Digital Channels
Digital Input/Outputs 8 Bi-Directional Channels
Digital Input Type: 8 Logic Level (Max. 20/30 Volts)
Digital Output Type: 4 With Open Drain FET (Max. 30V, 100mA), 4 with Logic Output
Relay Output 1 Latching Relay, contacts (Max: 30Vdc, 1A)
Counter Channels
Low Speed Counters 8 Counters Shared with Digital Inputs
32 Bit Size, 10 Hz Max Count Rate
Low Speed Counters do not Function in Sleep Mode
Dedicated Counter Channels 4 High Speed Inputs or 2 phase encoder (quadrature) inputs
32 Bit Size, 100kHz Max Count Rate
2 Logic Level Inputs (Max ±30V)
2 Sensitive Inputs (10mV) for Magnetic Pick Ups (Max. ±10V)
Serial Channels
SDI-12 4 SDI-12 Inputs, Shared with Digital Channels
— Each input can support multiple SDI-12 Sensors
Generic Serial Sensor Flexible options to allow data to be logged from a wide range of smart sensors and data streams.
Available ports: Serial Sensor Port (RS232, RS422, RS485)
Host RS232 Port*
Baud rate: 300 to 115,200
*If used as a Serial Sensor channel then the Host Port is not available for other communications
Calculated Channels
General Combine values from analog, digital and serial sensors using expressions involving variables and functions.
Functions Arithmetic, Trigonometric, Relational, Logical and Statistical
Alarms
Condition High, Low or Within Range and Outside Range
Delay Optional Time Period for Alarm Response
Actions Set Digital Outputs, Transmit Message, Execute any DataTaker Command.
Scheduling of Data Acquisition
Number of schedules 11
Schedule rates 10ms to days
Data Storage
Internal Data Storage Capacity: 128mb = approx 10,000,000 data points
Removable USB storage device Type:compatible with USb 1.1 or USB 2.0 drivers, e.g. Flash drive
Capacity: approx 90,000 data points per megabyte
Communication Interfaces
Ethernet Port Interface: 10BaseT (10Mbps)
Protocol: TCP/IP, Modbus (Master & Slave)
USB Port Interface: USB 1.1 (virtual COM port)
Protocol: ASCII command
Host RS232 Port Speed: 300 to 115,200 baud (57,600 default)

Flow Control: Hardware (RTS/CTS), Software (XON/XOFF), None

Handshake lines: DCD, DSR, DTR, RTS, CTS

Modem support: auto-answer and dial out

Protocols: ASCII Command, TCP/IP (PPP), Modbus (Master & Slave), Serial Sensor

Serial Sensor Port Interface: RS232, RS422, RS485
Speed: 300 to 57,600 baud
Flow Control: Hardware (RTS/CTS), Software (XON/XOFF), None
Protocols: Modbus (Master & Slave), Serial Sensor
Network TCP/IP Services
Network Ethernet and/or Host RS232 (PPP) ports
Command Interface Access the ASCII command interface via TCP/IP
Web Server Access Current Data and Status from any Web Browser
— Custom pages can be defined — Download Data in CSV Format
— Command Interface Window
— Define Mimic Displays
Modbus Server(slave) Access current data and status from any Modbus client (e.g. SCADA system)
Modbus Server (master) Read/write data from modbus sensors and devices including PLC’s, dataTaker loggers, modbus displays etc.
FTP Server Access logged data from any FTP client or web browser
FTP Client Automatically upload logged data direct to an FTP server.
System
Display and Keypad Type: LCD, 2 Line by 16 Characters, Backlight
Functions: Channel Data, Alarms, System Status
Keypad: 6 Keys for Scrolling and Function Execution
Status LEDs: 4 (Sample, Disk, Attention, Power)
Firmware Upgrade Via: RS232, Ethernet, USB or USB disk.
Real Time Clock Normal resolution: 200µs
Accuracy: ±1 min/year (0°C to 40&degC), ±4 min/year (-40°C to 70°C)
Power Supply External Voltage Range: 10 to 30 Volts DC
Internal battery: 6Vdc 1.2Ahr lead acid
Peak Power: 12 W (12VDC 1A)
Average power Consumption Using 12Vdc external power source
1 Sec Sampling: 1350 mW
5 Sec Sampling: 500 mW
30 Sec Sampling: 135 mW
5 Min Sampling: 70 mW
1 Hr Sampling: 60 mW
Physical Environment
Construction Powder Coated Steel & Anodized Aluminum
Dimensions 180 x 137 x 65mm
Weight 1.5kg (4kg shipping)
Operating Range Temperature: -45°C to 70°C (Reduced LCD Operation Outside Range: -15°C to 50°C)
Humidity: 85% RH, Non-condensing
Resources Included
Resource CD Includes software, video training and user manual
Comms cable USB cable
Line adapter 110/240Vac to 15 Vdc, 800mA

Software

dEX data logger software is an intuitive graphical interface that allows you to configure your data logger, view real-time data in mimics, trend charts or tables and retrieve your historical data for analysis.

Browser-based Solution

dEX comes pre-installed on every logger in the DT80 range. The software loads in your web browser so there is no need to install cumbersome applications on your computer. Being browser-based, dEX will work on all major operating systems including Windows, Mac and Linux.

Configuration Editor

The configuration editor allows you to view, edit and save logger configurations in an easy-to-use Windows Explorer style user interface. The configuration tree view allows definition of measurement schedules and measurements.

dataTaker dEX Software Configuration Editor

Wiring diagrams show available wiring configurations for each sensor type. Configuration can be stored and retrieved on either the logger or a local computer.

Mimics and Charts

Mimics are organized into panels which can be modified to highlight custom alarm conditions or data grouping. Mimics include dials, bar graphs, thermometers, etc. Real-time chart recorder mimic allows you to view trends and historical data over a custom time/date range. Up to 16 mimics can be displayed on up to 5 mimic pages.

dataTaker dEX Software Mimics and Charts

Minimum System Requirements

• Web Browser – Internet Explorer (IE7 or later), Safari, Google Chrome, Firefox
• Adobe Flash Player (10 or higher)
• Screen resolution of 1024 x 768

dEX is available as an Android App in the Google play store or and Apple app store.

Accessories