Piconode
Compact, low-power data acquisition for remote monitoring
The PicoNode Data Acquisition device enables reliable wireless data collection from analog sensors in compact, low-power form. Designed for remote and space-constrained deployments, it transmits sensor data over long-range LoRa networks to gateways and monitoring platforms for continuous operational insight.
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Long-Range, Multi-Channel Data Acquisition
The PicoNode is a compact 3-channel data logger designed for remote and unattended monitoring. With configurable analog, thermistor, and pulse counter channels, it delivers reliable wireless data transmission over distances up to 15 km while offering exceptional battery life of up to 25 years.
Versatile, Low-Power Data Acquisition for Compact Sensors
The Piconode is a compact data logger that offers the most cost-effective way to capture data from low-power sensors such as rain gauges, load cells, NTC thermistors, and displacement sensors with potentiometer output.
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Power outputs
Can power sensors at 5 V DC up to 50 mA
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Several analog input types admitted
Single-ended Voltage, potentiometers, and full Wheatstone bridg
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Internal temperature collected
…and transmitted with each reading (accuracy: 2°C)
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Advanced setup features
Use the Mobile App to perform field sample collection and signal coverage testing
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Wiring assistant
Wiring recommendations to assist on-site sensor installation using the Worldsensing Mobile App
Piconode main technical specifications
The PicoNode is a compact, IP68-rated wireless data logger designed for long-term, unattended monitoring of low-power sensors. Featuring three channels—configurable analog, thermistor, and pulse counter—it provides precise measurements with high accuracy across extreme temperatures. Configurable via the Worldsensing Mobile App or remotely through CMT Edge and CMT Cloud, it delivers reliable LoRa wireless communication and exceptional battery life, supporting continuous operation for up to 25 years depending on configuration.
General
| Device type | Compact analog wireless data logger |
| Data transmission | LoRa radio communications (ISM sub GHz) |
| Channels | 3 channels: 1 configurable, 1 thermistor and 1 pulse counter channel |
| Operating temperature | -40º C to 80º C |
| Weather protection | IP68 |
| System configuration | Locally via Worldsensing App or remotely using CMT Edge on single-net deployments and CMT Cloud on multi-net deployments |
Channel 1: Configurable
| Input types | Voltage Potentiometer Full wheatstone bridge |
| Voltage excitation | 0-5 VDC up to 50 mA |
| Measurement range | ± 7.8 mV/V for FWB 0-5 VDC (0-1 V/V) for potentiometer 0-5 VDC for single-ended voltage |
| Accuracy | 0.14%FS for FWB 0.1 % FS for potentiometer 0.6 %FS for single-ended voltage |
Channel 2: Thermistor
| Measuring range | 0 to 2 MΩ |
| Accuracy (at 25º C) | 0.04 °C (0.03 % FS) for 3KΩ 0.9 °C (0.7 % FS) for 50K Ω |
Channel 3: Pulse counter
| Pulse count | 0 to 4 294 967 295 pulses |
| Pulse rate | 0 to 50 Hz |
| Accuracy | ±1 Pulse |
Piconode battery life estimations
| Reporting period | 1 cell | 2 cells |
| 5 min | 1.3 years | 2.6 years |
| 1 h | 8.6 years | 17.2 years |
| 6 h | 15.4 years | > 25 years |
Piconode Mounting Options
Explore our range of versatile mounting plate accessories, designed to securely fix your Piconode device based on the requirements of any project.
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Wall mounting
Using the LS-ACC-MP-P external mounting brackets for wall mounting (set of 2).
Pole mounting
Using the WS-ACC-POLE-PL8 aluminum plate for pole mounting, together with either WS-ACC-U35 (35 mm u-bolts) or WS-ACC-U50 (50 mm u-bolt).
Frequently asked questions
View the Piconode in Action
See the PicoNode in action through these images, showcasing its compact design, versatile sensor compatibility, and reliable long-range wireless data logging for remote monitoring.
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