TROLMASTER 3-IN-1 SUBSTRATE SENSOR SET (WCS-9) (1)
Product Code: 24353
WCS-9 – Substrate Sensor Set (VWC, EC & Temperature)
Precision Root Zone Monitoring
The TrolMaster WCS-9 is a powerful 3-in-1 substrate sensor designed to accurately measure Volumetric Water Content (VWC), Electrical Conductivity (EC), and substrate temperature. Compatible with Aqua-X, Hydro-X, Tent-X, and Green-X control systems, it provides growers with valuable real-time data to better understand root zone conditions and optimize irrigation and nutrient management.
Featuring a completely redesigned multi-node architecture, the WCS-9 delivers a far more accurate representation of substrate conditions than traditional single-point sensors, which can often be affected by localized anomalies such as nutrient "hot spots" or water channeling.
Key Benefits of the WCS-9
Accurate Monitoring of Three Critical Parameters
The WCS-9 continuously measures:
- Volumetric Water Content (VWC): 0–100%
- Electrical Conductivity (EC): 0–30 mS/cm
- Substrate Temperature: 32–122°F (0–50°C)
- These critical measurements enable growers to fine-tune irrigation schedules and nutrient applications for maximum crop performance.
Advanced Multi-Node Technology
The WCS-9 supports the connection of up to four sensor nodes to a single display using a convenient daisy-chain configuration.
By collecting data from multiple locations within the growing medium, the system calculates a reliable average of root zone conditions, providing more representative and actionable information.
Intelligent Irrigation Control
Compatible with TrolMaster's "Feed on Demand" functionality, the WCS-9 allows irrigation events to be automatically triggered based on real-time substrate conditions, helping growers to:
- Reduce water waste
- Improve nutrient uptake efficiency
- Maintain a stable root zone environment
Compatibility
The WCS-9 is compatible with the following TrolMaster controllers:
- Aqua-X (NFS-1, NFS-2, NFS-3)
- Hydro-X (HCS-2)
- Tent-X (TCS-1)
- Green-X (GCS-1)