Soil moisture sensor

Soil moisture sensors measure values from –200 kPa to 0 kPa and are factory-calibrated, so no initial calibration is needed. Over time, accuracy may drift and recalibration may become necessary. To recalibrate, fully submerge the probe in water; if the reading differs from 0 kPa, adjust the Measurement Offset parameter so that the displayed value is exactly 0 kPa.

Measurement Offset

Adds or subtracts an offset value to the pressure measurement result in kilopascals (kPa).

Range: -100 to 100 kPa.

A fully wet soil moisture probe should display 0 kPa. A completely dry probe should display –200 kPa, though full drying may take up to 24 hours.

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