SignalFire Wireless Telemetry

The SignalFire RANGER transmitter is sensor agnostic, connects quickly and easily, and provides power to even the most remote sensor — all without the effort and cost of trenching or cabling. Paired with your existing cloud or the SignalFire Cloud, the RANGER system is the simplest way to access all of your sensor data from one platform. Whether you’re converting an existing system or building a new system, going wireless with SignalFire means you can go live and start accessing your sensor data almost immediately.

Compatible with a wide range of existing technology and powered by a battery that lasts up to 8 years or optional solar panel or DC (external) power source, the RANGER transmitter makes monitoring easier and more affordable. SignalFire’s system requires no trenching or cabling, greatly reducing installation cost and time. Once the RANGER transmitter is connected to your sensor, your system is powered and ready to deliver data directly to the cloud, where you can easily access it from your laptop, PC, or mobile device and start realizing the potential of insight.

SignalFire’s platform with RANGER IoT cellular transmitters integrates the latest in wireless technology, enabling direct connectivity from any sensor to a cloud platform. With ever-changing communication protocols, the SignalFire RANGER platform makes it easy to stay on the forefront of technology. The modular, plug-and-play nature of the system provides flexibility as well as time and cost savings, allowing room for your network to grow and change as you add or change sensors and as wireless technology advances. The Ranger features an expansion module to support additional sensor protocols including HART, Modbus and SDI-12.  The RANGER firmware can also be updated over-the-air to support new features or sensor types creating a future-proof solution.  — so you spend less time in the field and more time in control.

Technical Specifications:

Operating Temp:

-40 to +185°F (-40°C to 85°C)

Humidity:

0% – 100% condensing

Input Power:

• Battery Pack: Four D-cell Lithium Thionyl Chloride, 76AHr
• Optional solar power
• Optional 10-30Vdc input

Input/Output:

Standard:

• 1 Latching Relay Output (2A @ 30Vdc; 0.3A @ 110Vac; 0.5A @ 125Vac). Failsafe & local automation configurable
• 2 Digital Inputs report state, total counts, frequency (2kHz max), volume total with K Factor
• Analog Input (1-5Vdc or 4-20mA). Configurable for flow totalizing mode
• Provides a configurable 13V or 18V to attached sensor(s). Maximum current of 60mA.

Expansion Module Options:
(one module possible per RANGER)

2AI1DI Module:

• Adds 2 additional analog inputs and 1 additional digital input

Modbus Module:

• Modbus RTU – RS485 up to 8 slaves, 32 total registers (read/write)

HART® Module:

• Supports 1-15 HART sensors in multi-drop mode
• Reports 4 process variables, field device status, unique identifier and device tag for each HART device
• Scan and configure HART IDs with the Ranger, separate HART modem not required

SDI-12 Module:

• Monitors and powers one to eight SDI-12 sensors at 13V, 60mA max
• Reads/reports up to 16 measurements
• Supports reading the default measurement and all additional measurements from connected SDI-12 devices

Battery Life:

Up to 8 years

Data Interface:

LTE CAT M1 / NB-IoT, auto-selectable

SparkPlug B messaging

Cellular Radio Power:

23dBm

Antenna Type:

LTE w/ Internal GPS

Enclosure:

Industrial polycarbonate UV Rated; IP64

Safety Rating:

Class 1 Division 2 Certified, Groups A, B,C, D. Temperature Code T5. Certified to CSA C22.2 No. 213:2017, Conforms to UL 121201:2017, CE Approved

Electrical Connection:

Pluggable terminal block, 16-30AWG screw terminals

Local Micro-USB Configuration Port

Weight:

1 lbs (0.6kg)

Estimated Monthly Data Usage:

Check-in interval dependent

• 1 min = 27 MB
• 5 min = 5.4 MB
• 15 min = 1.08 MB
• 60 min = 0.27 MB

Cellular Specifications:

• LTE band support:
  Cat-M1 / NB-IoT: B1, B2, B3, B4, B5, B8, B12, B13, B14, B17, B20, B25, B26, B28, B66
• Supports 4FF SIM type
• Power saving features: eDRX
• Secure socket using TLS
• PTCRB Certified

SignalFire 900mHz Radio Frequency Products

The SignalFire 900mHz Remote Sensing System is a flexible adaptive radio networking system that seamlessly integrates Modbus, SDI-12, analog, and digital sensors. With a range of up to 3 miles, the system is self-installing and self-configuring into a mesh network. All the installer needs to do is set the check-in frequency using a simple rotary switch, record the radio address, and connect the sensor. This system compares very favorably, from a cost perspective, with installed conduit at distances of 100 feet or more.

Key components include:

Gateway Stick: Integrated gateway and high-gain antenna

This rugged, integrated device combines a high-gain antenna with gateway electronics in a single, easily mounted package. The Gateway Stick combats a common problem with RF networks, which are increasingly used to monitor and control remote devices over tens or hundreds of square miles. Traditionally, gateways have different location requirements for their electronics module and antenna, making it necessary to place them separately. The SignalFire Gateway Stick is a revolutionary solution that combines them in one easy-to-install component.

A2 Long Range Node: Long-range, multiple-input modules for data transmission up to 3 miles

The A2 Long Range Node is a multiple-input module for sophisticated data transmission over distances of up to three miles between nodes. The A2 provides power to the sensor and radio with an internal battery. An optional solar power package is also available for additional backup power. The rugged enclosure provides weather-resistant protection from demanding outdoor environments.