The TrolMaster WCS-9 Substrate Sensor is a 3-in-1 device designed for the Aqua-X, Hydro-X, Tent-X, and Green-X Control Systems (NFS-1, NFS-2, NFS-3, HCS-2, TCS-1, GCS-1). Represents the pinnacle of the WCS series, engineered to deliver unparalleled precision in monitoring both traditional soil and high-bulk EC soilless substrates. Recognizing the inherent limitations of single-sensor monitoring—which can frequently misrepresent the root zone due to localized anomalies like "hot spots" or water channeling—the WCS-9 introduces an advanced, completely redesigned internal multi-node architecture.
Features
This innovative framework permits the daisy-chaining of up to four individual Sensor Nodes directly into a single Sensor Display. By aggregating data across multiple points in the growing medium, the system calculates and provides a highly accurate and trustworthy average of the root zone's Volumetric Water Content (VWC), Electrical Conductivity (EC), and Temperature.
By providing hyper-accurate, verified root zone data, the WCS-9 serves as the crucial mechanism for TrolMaster’s advanced "Feed on Demand" irrigation strategy. This sensor-based control replaces traditional timer-based guessing by utilizing real-time moisture parameters to automatically trigger irrigation events, allowing cultivators to execute precise dry-backs and sophisticated crop steering strategies effortlessly.
Users can monitor the water content, temperature, and EC on their smartphone using TrolMaster's free TM+ Pro App. The app also allows viewing historical data graphs and receiving notifications if sensor readings exceed customised high or low alarm settings.
Specifications
What does the TrolMaster WCS-9 Substrate Sensor Set measure in a growing medium?
The TrolMaster WCS-9 Substrate Sensor Set measures Volumetric Water Content, Electrical Conductivity, and temperature. The TrolMaster WCS-9 Substrate Sensor Set measures water content from 0 to 100%, EC from 0 to 30 mS/cm, and temperature from 32 to 122°F (0 to 50°C).
Which TrolMaster control systems are compatible with the TrolMaster WCS-9 Substrate Sensor Set?
The TrolMaster WCS-9 Substrate Sensor Set is designed for Aqua-X, Hydro-X, Tent-X, and Green-X Control Systems, including NFS-1, NFS-2, NFS-3, HCS-2, TCS-1, and GCS-1.
How does the TrolMaster WCS-9 Substrate Sensor Set improve root-zone monitoring?
The TrolMaster WCS-9 Substrate Sensor Set aggregates readings from multiple points in soil and high-bulk EC soilless substrates. The multi-node architecture calculates an average root-zone reading for Volumetric Water Content, EC, and temperature, helping address localized hot spots and water channeling.
How many sensor nodes can connect to one TrolMaster WCS-9 Sensor Display?
The TrolMaster WCS-9 Substrate Sensor Set supports daisy-chaining up to four individual Sensor Nodes into one Sensor Display.
How can the TrolMaster WCS-9 Substrate Sensor Set support feed-on-demand irrigation?
The TrolMaster WCS-9 Substrate Sensor Set uses real-time moisture parameters to automatically trigger irrigation events. The TrolMaster WCS-9 Substrate Sensor Set supports precise dry-backs and crop steering without timer-based irrigation guesswork.
How can growers monitor TrolMaster WCS-9 Substrate Sensor Set readings?
Growers can monitor TrolMaster WCS-9 Substrate Sensor Set water content, temperature, and EC readings through TrolMaster's free TM+ Pro App. The app provides historical data graphs and notifications for customized high or low sensor alarms.
