The HOBO MX2310 is an advanced wireless data logger for simultaneously measuring PAR (Photosynthetically Active Radiation), soil moisture, Electrical Conductivity (EC), soil temperature, air temperature and relative humidity.
By monitoring light, soil and climate conditions with a single system, the MX2310 provides a comprehensive picture of the environment in which plants grow. This makes it particularly suitable for greenhouses, vertical farming, hydroponics, agricultural research and ecological research.
Using Bluetooth Low Energy, the logger can be easily configured and measurement data can be downloaded wirelessly using the free HOBOconnect app.
Optimising plant growth requires insight into the complete growing environment. Soil moisture and temperature are important, but so is the amount of light actually available to plants for photosynthesis.
The HOBO MX2310 therefore combines multiple measurements in a single system:
This enables you to accurately monitor the relationship between light, climate and root-zone conditions.
The MX2310 uses a LI-COR LI-190R PAR sensor for accurate measurements of photosynthetically active radiation.
PAR covers the 400 to 700 nm wavelength range used by plants for photosynthesis. The sensor measures up to 3,000 µmol/m²/s and is suitable for both natural sunlight and artificial grow-light conditions.
This makes the MX2310 particularly suitable for research into light intensity, plant growth and the optimisation of grow lighting.
In addition to PAR, the MX2310 records important parameters in the plant’s root zone.
Volumetric Water Content (VWC) provides insight into the amount of water in the soil or substrate. EC measurements provide information about electrical conductivity and changes in soil salinity.
Combining these measurements can help optimise irrigation and fertilisation strategies and monitor processes such as substrate dryback.
The soil sensor is suitable for both mineral soils and soilless growing media/substrates.
Bluetooth connectivity allows you to communicate directly with the MX2310 using the free HOBOconnect app.
The wireless range is approximately 30 metres (line-of-sight) under optimal conditions.
HOBOconnect allows you to:
Using an MX Gateway and MX Data Plan, measurement data can also be uploaded to LI-COR Cloud for remote monitoring and analysis.
The HOBO MX2310 is suitable for applications including:
Complete view of the growing environment
Measure light, soil and climate conditions with one integrated data logger.
Research-grade PAR measurements
The integrated LI-COR PAR sensor provides accurate measurements of light available for photosynthesis.
Optimise irrigation and fertilisation
Combine soil moisture and EC measurements to accurately monitor changing root-zone conditions.
Wireless data access
Configure and read the logger via Bluetooth using the HOBOconnect app.
Designed for demanding environments
The IP67/NEMA 6 enclosure is suitable for humid, wet and dusty environments.
Large memory capacity
Internal memory for up to 195,000 measurements.
Long battery life
Up to approximately 4 years at a 1-minute logging interval when Bluetooth Always On is disabled.
Would you like to know whether the HOBO MX2310 is the right solution for your application? Pedak can help you select the right data logger and sensors for your measurement requirements.
By combining PAR, soil moisture, EC, soil temperature, air temperature and relative humidity, the MX2310 provides a comprehensive solution for professional monitoring of the complete growing environment.
Technical specifications
Technical specifications
PAR – Photosynthetically Active Radiation
Specification Value
Measurement range 0–3,000 µmol/m²/s
Accuracy ±5% typical
Resolution 0.1 µmol/m²/s
Spectral range 400–700 nm
Linearity Maximum deviation of 1% up to 3,000 µmol/m²/s
Stability ≤2% change per year
Air temperature
Specification Value
Measurement range -40 to +70 °C
Accuracy ±0.2 °C typical
Resolution 0.008 °C
Drift <0.01 °C per year
Relative humidity
Specification Value
Measurement range 0–100% RH
Accuracy ±2.5% RH typical from 10–90% RH
Resolution 0.01% RH
Drift <1% per year typical
Calculated parameters VPD and dew point
Soil moisture – Volumetric Water Content (VWC)
Specification Value
Measurement range 0.00–1.0 m³/m³
Accuracy ±0.03 m³/m³ typical
Resolution 0.001 m³/m³
Measurement frequency 70 MHz
Volume of influence 1,400 ml
Field Capacity 0–200%
Soil temperature
Specification Value
Measurement range -40 to +70 °C
Accuracy ±0.3 °C from -20 to +70 °C
Accuracy ±0.5 °C from -40 to -20 °C
Resolution 0.1 °C
Soil Electrical Conductivity (EC)
Specification Value
Measurement range 0–20,000 µS/cm
Accuracy 0–10,000 µS/cm ±5%
Accuracy 10,000–20,000 µS/cm ±8%
Resolution 1 µS/cm
Data logger
Specification Value
Operating range -40 to +70 °C
Communication Bluetooth Low Energy
Wireless range Approx. 30.5 metres line-of-sight
Logging interval 1 second to 18 hours
Memory Up to 195,000 measurements
Battery Replaceable 2/3 AA 3.6 V lithium battery
Battery life Typically 2–4 years, depending on settings
Logger dimensions 10.8 × 5.08 × 2.24 cm
Soil sensor cable length 2 metres
Weight 333 g
Logger enclosure rating IP67 / NEMA 6
Data acquisition
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