Automated
Designed to automatically collect data for ShapeArrays
ShapeArray Datalogger
The Canary Systems® MLSAA is a turnkey system to automate data collection for up to 4 Measurand ShapeArrays. It comes integrated with all the components necessary to extract data from the ShapeArray sensors, store it locally, and transmit to the server for further processing and analysis. The optional MicroMux multiplexer provides up to 4 input channels for expanding the number of sensors connected to each datalogger.
The MLSAA can be optionally equipped with additional sensor interfaces to connect other instrumentation types, such as the VW Comm module, which allows for monitoring of a variety of instruments, including vibrating wire, flowmeters, linear potentiometers, 4-20mA and temperature devices such as YSI44005 type thermistors, among others.
MLSuite & MLWebHardware
Datalogger programming, data collection and visualization is fully integrated with and can easily be managed by the MLSuite® data management platform, without the need for any additional software. Once data is imported to MLSuite, users can prepare charts and calculations such as cumulative displacement
MLSAA can also be integrated with the web-based MLWebHardware™, an application designed to communicate, program, and collect from many makes and models of dataloggers and sensors directly. With a user-friendly interface, updating datalogger settings has never been easier.
Battery & Enclosure
Power to all components is supplied by a rechargeable 12V 24AHr lead-acid battery including a 30W solar panel. The battery is suitable for several weeks of operation without sunlight. It should last for about 3-5 years. The application and measurement interval have a large effect on battery life. The charging is controlled by a CH200, a microcontroller-based smart charge controller that is ideal for an external rechargeable 12 Vdc battery.
The system includes charge controllers, battery and solar panel for remote deployment, and the weatherproof NEMA 4/12 rated painted steel enclosure ensures reliable operation under adverse conditions.
Warranty for the MLSAA is applicable for 1 year.
Wireless
Includes WiFi communications up to 1 mile range
Expandable
Additional sensor interfaces to connect other instrumentation types
Specifications
| Model | MLSAA-24S | MLSAA-VW-24S | MLSAA-T-24S |
|---|---|---|---|
| MCU | CR300 | CR300 | CR300 |
| Enclosure Type | Steel | Steel | Steel |
| Size (LxWxH, in) | 20x16x10 | 20x16x10 | 20x16x10 |
| Weight (lbs) | 55 | 55 | 55 |
| Battery | 24AHr | 24AHr | 24AHr |
| Solar | 30W | 30W | 30W |
| Receiving | RS-232 USB | RS-232 USB | RS-232 USB |
| Transmitting | RF4xx | WiFi | Transnet Radio |
| VW Comm | No | Yes | No |
| Options | MicroMux CR1000X |
| Model | MCU | Enclosure Type | Size (LxWxH, in) | Weight (lbs) | Battery | Solar | Receiving | Transmitting | VW Comm | Options |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| MLSAA-24S | CR300 | Steel | 20x16x10 | 55 | 24AHr | 30W | RS-232 USB | RF4xx | No | |
| MLSAA-VW-24S | CR300 | Steel | 20x16x10 | 55 | 24AHr | 30W | RS-232 USB | WiFi | Yes | MicroMux CR1000X |
| MLSAA-T-24S | CR300 | Steel | 20x16x10 | 55 | 24AHr | 30W | RS-232 USB | Transnet | No |
Datalogger
CR300 | |
| Power Requirements | 10–8VDC,16–32VDC |
| Data Storage | 30 Mb serial flash |
| Idle Current Drain, Average | 1.5mA (@12VDC) |
| Active Current Drain, Average | 5mA (@ 12VDC for 1 Hz scan with 1 analog measurement) 23mA (@ 12VDC with processor always on) |
| SE Analog Channels | 6 |
| Input Voltage Range | 0–2.5VDC |
| Pulse Count Channels | 8 |
| Excitation Channels | 2 |
| Digital Ports | 7 |
| Communications | RS-232, USB |
| Power Consumption (Quiescent) | ~0.2mA |
| Power Consumption (Active) | ~5mA |
| Data Memory | 30 Mb flash |
| OS Memory | 80 Mb flash |
Physical & Electrical
Physical | |
| Operating Temperature | -40° to +70° C -40 to +160° F |
| Enclosure Size (L x W x H) | 51 x 41 x 25 cm 20 x 16 x 10 in |
| Weight | 25 kg 55 lbs |
System Power | |
| Battery | 12V 24AHr sealed lead-acid |
| Output Voltage | |
| Output Power |
Wireless Interface
SGX 5150 | |
| Power | 9–30VDC |
| Power (Quiescent) | 1.9W |
| Power (Transmit) | 5.5 max |
| Ports | RJ-45, RS-232, USB |
| Speed | Up to 921 kbps |
| Interface | RJ-45 Ethernet port, 10/1000 Mbps |
| Standards | WPA/WPA2 Pre-Shared Key (PSK) or IEEE 802.1X, AES-CCMP |
| Range (line-of-sight) | 1.31km (1 mile) with directional antenna |
Sensor
SAA232 | |
| Power Requirements | 9.5 V to 16 V |
| Output Power | 13.5 V automated 16.5 V software adjusted |
| Current Consumption (standby) | <2 mA |
| Current Consumption (operating) | 30 mA active |
| Data rate | 38.4 kbps |
| Surge Suppression | 600 W (10/1000 μs), 4kW (8/20 μs), 2kA (8/20 μs) |
Options
MicroMux Multiplexer | |
| Channels | (4) 4-channel or (8) 2-channel (switch selectable) |
| Control Inputs | 2 |
| Control Input Range | 5–16V |
| Power | 9–16V |
| Power Consumption (Quiescent) | <0.1µA |
| Power Consumption (Active) | ~42mA |
| Relay Contacts | Gold clad silver alloy |
| Contact Resistance | 50mΩ |
| Contact Isolation | 1500V |
| Coil Resistance | 1028Ω |
| Relay Operate Time | ~2ms |
| Relay Release Time | ~1ms |
| Relay Max Voltage | 125VAC, 110VDC |
| Relay Max Switching | 2A |
| Relay Life (Minimum) | 108 Cycles |
VW Comm | |
| VW Channels | 1 |
| Range | 100–9999 Hz |
| Thermistor Channels | 1 |
| Type | YSI44005 |
| Resolution | 0.1° C |
| Analog Channels | 1 |
| Range | 0–2.5VDC |
| Resolution | 10 bits |
| Excitation Channels | 1 |
| Excitation Output | 2.5VDC |
| Digital Ports | 2 |
| Communications | RS-232, RS-485, SDI-12 |
| Power | 6–16VDC |
| Power Consumption (Quiescent) | ~250µA |
| Power Consumption (Active) | ~23mA |
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