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Soil Moisture Tensiometer (15 cm) Gauge Type

Name: Soil Moisture Tensiometer (15 cm) Gauge Type
Brand: virtual
SKU: 8507559
Price: 22.67 USD
Availability: InStock

Sold by vhydromet · Manufacturer, Distributor, Exporter · Roorkee, Uttarakhand, India

Price

₹ 22.67 /Unit

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Inclusive of all taxes

Minimum order: 1 Unit

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MOQ

1 Unit

Lead time

On request

Packaging

Standard export packaging

Shelf life / longevity

As per product specification

HS Code

On request

Origin

India

Port of dispatch

On request

Export markets served

Global markets

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vhydromet

Manufacturer, Distributor, Exporter · Roorkee, Uttarakhand, India

Virtual Hydromet is in the field of manufacturing and supplying of Weather Monitoring Systems, Hydrological, Meteorological, Soil Testing, Forestry, Agro meteorological, Scientific Instruments and Data logger’s. We have a core group of engineers who have a decade of experience in Research & Development, measurement of meteorological parameters and in the design of sensors for these parameters and support systems

Registered address: Roorkee, India. Industry: Environment > Environmental Equipment & Technology.

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Established

2002

Employees

1–10

GST

05AAOFV8263E1ZU

IEC code

Not shared

Export markets

Global markets

GlobalLinker Member Since

Oct 2019

Turnover

10000001 - 50000000.

Incorporation Type

On request

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Product details

What are the specifications of this product?

Overview

‘Virtual’ make tensiometer measures the force with which water is held in the soil by the soil particles. Scheduling irrigation based on how hard plant roots are working to draw water from the soil. This force, referred to as soil suction, tension, or potential, indicates how tightly the water is bound in the soil, and how much energy must be exerted by plant roots to remove and use the water. The basic components of a tensiometer include a porous ceramic cup, a plastic body tube, and a vacuum gauge. The ceramic cup is placed in good hydraulic contact with the soil and allows transfer of water into and out of the tensiometer body according to the tension in the soil. The vacuum inside the tensiometer body equilibrates with the soil water tension, and the dial gauge provides a direct readout of the tension.

Product Description

Description provided by vhydromet.

Specifications

Measurement Range	0 to 100 centibars (cb)
Accuracy	±1 centibar
Operating Temperature	-10°C to 50°C
Ceramic Cup Porosity	Highly porous for water permeability
Dimensions	15 cm cup length; body tube approx. 30 cm total length
Weight	Approximately 350 grams
Installation	Insert the ceramic cup into the root zone at 15 cm depth
Maintenance	Requires regular water refilling to maintain vacuum
Calibration	Factory calibrated; user recalibration optional

Use cases

Category	Agricultural Equipment > Soil Testing Instruments > Soil Moisture Meters > Tensiometers
Primary application	Wholesale, distribution, and international sourcing
Brand	virtual
Product type	Product

Logistics & handling

Lead time	On request
Packaging	As per buyer requirement
Storage condition	As recommended by supplier
Origin	India
Form	As listed by supplier

Commercials (this seller)

Minimum order	1 Unit
Lead time	On request
Payment terms	As per negotiated commercial agreement.
Checkout type	enquiry

Buyer questions

Frequently asked by buyers

Common questions B2B buyers ask before sourcing Soil Moisture Tensiometer (15 cm) Gauge Type. Answers compiled from verified sellers' commercial terms and platform data.

Q: How does the 15 cm ceramic cup length affect the tensiometer's soil moisture measurement accuracy?

A: The 15 cm ceramic cup length provides optimal contact within the root zone, ensuring accurate hydraulic connectivity with soil moisture, leading to precise measurement of soil water tension at typical root depths.

Q: Can this tensiometer be used in different soil types?

A: Yes, the porous ceramic cup and durable design allows the tensiometer to function effectively in a variety of soil types including sandy, loamy, and clay soils, though careful installation is necessary to maintain hydraulic contact.

Q: What maintenance is required to ensure reliable readings with this tensiometer?

A: Regular refilling of the tensiometer tube with water is essential to maintain the vacuum seal. Periodic inspections of the ceramic cup for clogging or damage also help maintain accuracy.

Q: How is irrigation scheduling improved using this tensiometer's readings?

A: By directly measuring the soil water tension, users can determine how much effort plant roots must exert to extract water, enabling precise irrigation timing that avoids overwatering or underwatering.

Q: Is the vacuum gauge in the tensiometer easily readable in field conditions?

A: Yes, the analog vacuum dial gauge offers immediate and clear tension readings that can be easily read in various lighting conditions, facilitating quick decisions during field operations.

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