Wireless Communication | Remote monitoring in large facilities | Industry: 100m wired/wireless ▲ Base: 300m wireless (▲200m) ▲ Advanced: 500m wireless (▲200m from Base) (ISO 802.15.4 compliant) | Reduces cabling costs, expands coverage area. | Signal interference in crowded RF environments; Advanced requires clear line-of-sight. |
Modbus Compatibility | Industrial system integration | Industry: Proprietary protocols ▲ Base: Modbus RTU ▲ Advanced: Modbus RTU + TCP (▲ adds industrial IoT compatibility) | Seamless integration with SCADA systems and legacy infrastructure. | Base lacks advanced protocols like TCP/IP for cloud connectivity. |
Waterproof Rating | Harsh outdoor/water environments | Industry: IP65 ▲ Base: IP67 (immersion up to 1m) ▲ Advanced: IP68 (immersion up to 3m) (ASTM D695 durability) | Operates in rain, submersion, or corrosive splash zones. | Advanced version adds cost for extreme applications. |
Sensor Accuracy | Precision monitoring in labs/factories | Industry: ±50ppm ▲ Base: ±20ppm ▲ Advanced: ±10ppm (▲10ppm improvement) (NIST-traceable calibration) | Reliable data for critical processes like aquaculture pH control. | Base may suffice for non-critical monitoring; Advanced requires frequent recalibration. |
Material Durability | Corrosive industrial settings | Industry: Plastic ▲ Base: Stainless Steel (AISI 304) ▲ Advanced: 316 Stainless Steel (▲ ASTM A240 corrosion resistance) | Resists saltwater, chemicals, and UV exposure in marine/aquaculture setups. | Advanced materials increase weight and cost. |
Cable Flexibility | Variable installation layouts | Industry: Fixed 5m cables ▲ Base: 10m coiled (ISO 11801 durability) ▲ Advanced: 20m coiled (▲10m extension) (IP68-rated connectors) | Easy deployment in complex tanks or uneven terrain. | Longer cables may introduce signal attenuation in Advanced version. |