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Relative humidity sensor

The new "smart" HU1 Relative Humidity Sensor by ICT International utilises an active polymer capacitor as a sensing element to provide reliable readings of relative humidity with minimum maintenance. The dielectric constant of the element surface changes with the absorption of atmospheric moisture. The absorbed moisture causes a change in capacitance that is detected and converted to a relative humidity reading. The sensing element is connected to a fully temperature-compensated microprocessor-controlled electronics package, providing output in 0.01 per cent relative humidity steps under standard mode. The use of a microprocessor provides 16-bit resolution (1 part in 65,000), software switchable output signals, plus control and alarm outputs. Each unit is factory calibrated and supplied with a multi-point calibration curve for maximum accuracy across the full 0-100 per cent range. With most systems, changeover of a sensor requires either re-calibration of the system or resetting/reprogramming of parameters in the data logger. The HU1 "smart" sensor eliminates this problem as the on-board microprocessor ensures all HU1 sensors exhibit the same electronic specifications and therefore, identical performance.

Superior reliability

HU1 sensors conform to a global algorithm in all output modes for operation in digital, voltage or current mode, and all sensors are supplied with individual calibration certificates to enable software conversion to engineering units. In serial mode, sensors report in engineering units and the global algorithm is implemented internally. In conditions where relative humidity exceeds 90 per cent, readings may vary significantly as relatively minor changes in temperature cause condensation on the sensor. Readings in excess of 100 per cent may occur. Once moisture has evaporated from the surface of the sensor reliable measurements will quickly be established and "recovery time" is usually less than one hour. The HU1 has a robust design incorporating a stainless-steel body. A sintered bronze filter is used for ease of maintenance and protects the sensor from insects and airborne debris.

Applications	Features
Horticulture and greenhouses	Low maintenance
Agriculture and forestry	Rapid response
Microclimate studies	Stainless-steel body
Crop studies	Robust design
Pest and disease management	High-speed version available
Animal and human comfort	Low power consumption
Process control