Soil Monitoring
Soil monitoring is critical for optimizing agricultural practices, conserving resources, and protecting the environment. By tracking key parameters such as moisture, nutrient content, and pH, farmers can tailor irrigation and fertilization, detect potential issues early, and maintain healthy growing conditions.
Soil Monitoring Methods with TPS Devices
Use a Third-Party Modbus Sensor
AppBlocks and TPS devices offer strong support for third-party Modbus equipment, so almost any RS485 Modbus device can be connected to a TPS unit. Use the Module Tibbit #02 or #05 for RS485 and the Connector Tibbit #20 (or #21) for terminal connections. You will also need to power your Modbus device. Tibbit #05 has a low-power +5V output, which is sufficient for our Bus Probes, but other Modbus devices may have different power requirements.
Schematic:
For Modbus devices with power requirements higher than 5V, you may also supply your own power.
Tutorial:
Click here to learn how to work with slave Modbus devices in AppBlocks.