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Soil Moisture Tensiometer (30 cm) Gauge Type

Name: Soil Moisture Tensiometer (30 cm) Gauge Type
SKU: 8507561
Price: 26.07 USD
Availability: InStock

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

Price

₹ 26.07 /Unit

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Minimum order: 1 Unit

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1 Unit

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On request

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Standard export packaging

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As per product specification

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Origin

India

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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

Product Model	Virtual Soil Moisture Tensiometer 30 cm Gauge Type
Length	30 centimeters
Material (Porous Cup)	Ceramic
Body Material	Plastic
Gauge Type	Vacuum dial gauge
Measurement Principle	Soil water tension measurement via pressure equilibrium
Ideal Soil Depth for Use	Root zone up to 30 cm
Operating Environment	Agricultural fields, nurseries, and horticultural setups
Calibration	Pre-calibrated, requires minimal user calibration
Maintenance	Easy to maintain, periodic cleaning recommended

Use cases

Category	Agricultural Equipment > Irrigation & Water Management > Soil Moisture Measurement Instruments
Primary application	Wholesale, distribution, and international sourcing
Brand	Not specified
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 (30 cm) Gauge Type. Answers compiled from verified sellers' commercial terms and platform data.

Q: How does the 30 cm length of this tensiometer benefit soil moisture measurement?

A: The 30 cm length allows the porous ceramic cup to be positioned within the active root zone of many crops, providing accurate soil moisture tension data relevant for irrigation decisions.

Q: Can the tensiometer measure soil suction in different soil types effectively?

A: Yes, the ceramic cup and vacuum gauge design enable the tensiometer to equilibrate with soil water tension across various soil textures, from sandy to clayey soils.

Q: What maintenance is required for the Virtual Soil Moisture Tensiometer?

A: Routine maintenance includes cleaning the ceramic cup to prevent clogging and refilling the water column periodically to ensure accurate readings.

Q: Is this tensiometer suitable for automated irrigation systems?

A: While primarily a manual gauge, it can be integrated with data loggers or manual readout-based irrigation scheduling systems but is not designed for direct automated system control.

Q: How precise is the vacuum dial gauge in indicating soil moisture tension?

A: The vacuum dial gauge provides a reliable and direct readout of soil suction, with precision adequate for field-level irrigation scheduling and research.

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