◀◀ Key Selling Points ▶▶
Comparison Between Tube-type and Probe-type Soil Sensors
| Feature | Tube-type Soil Sensors | Probe-type Soil Sensors |
|---|---|---|
| Installation | Requires pre-installed vertical tubes with fixed sensors at multiple depths | Direct insertion into soil, no pre-installation needed |
| Measurement Depth | Supports multi-layer monitoring (e.g., 20cm/50cm/100cm) | Single-point or shallow depth (typically ≤30cm) |
| Long-term Stability | High resistance to interference, suitable for permanent monitoring | Prone to disturbance from farming/roots, better for short-term use |
| Data Dimension | Provides continuous vertical soil moisture profiles for trend analysis | Single-point readings, ideal for quick surface measurements |
| Typical Applications | Precision agriculture, scientific research, landslide early warning | Spot checks, gardening, portable field testing |
Tube-type requires higher initial investment: Drilling and tube installation make it better for long-term projects.
Probe-type may need calibration: Soil texture (clay/sand) can affect accuracy, requiring parameter adjustments.
Choose based on needs:
Tube-type → Permanent, in-depth soil analysis.
Probe-type → Portable, on-the-spot measurements.
◀◀ Application Scenarios ▶▶
Tube-type Sensors Are Best For:
Precision Agriculture: Long-term monitoring of root-zone moisture for optimized irrigation (e.g., croplands, orchards).
Research & Ecology: Studying vertical water distribution, evaporation, and infiltration.
Geohazard Prevention: Monitoring deep soil moisture in slopes/dams for landslide warnings.
Meteorological/Hydrological Stations: Supplementing fixed-site soil moisture data.
Probe-type Sensors Are Best For:
Mobile Inspections: Quick field assessments of surface moisture across multiple plots.
Home Gardening: Instant moisture checks for potted plants or small-scale farming.
Construction QA: Temporary verification of backfill compaction or moisture content.
