LINCOLN, Neb. — LI-COR, a global leader in environmental measurement and monitoring solutions, announces the launch of two new HOBO® Data Loggers designed to help growers, researchers, and AgTech innovators make faster and more informed decisions with confidence: the HOBO MX2308 Temp/RH/PAR Data Logger and the HOBO MX2309 Temp/RH/Solar Data Logger.
These new all-in-one loggers combine the reliability and ease of use of HOBO data loggers with the precision of LI-COR sensors to deliver research-grade monitoring at an affordable price.
HOBO MX2308 Temp/RH/PAR Data Logger – Optimize Growth with Precision
Designed for accurate microclimate monitoring, the MX2308 integrates the LI-COR LI-190R Quantum Sensor for precise PAR measurement—ideal for commercial greenhouses, indoor vertical farms, hydroponic systems, or agricultural and ecological research. Key features include:
- Continuous monitoring of temperature, relative humidity, and photosynthetically active radiation (PAR) from sunlight or grow lights
- Automated Vapor Pressure Deficit (VPD) and Daily Light Integral (DLI) calculations for advanced insights into plant health and climate conditions
HOBO MX2309 Temp/RH/Solar Data Logger – Data-Driven Solar Insights
The MX2309 features a LI-COR LI-200R pyranometer for high-accuracy solar radiation measurements—ideal for agriculture, environmental research, ecology, and energy applications. Key features include:
- Precise temperature, relative humidity, and global solar radiation data to guide crop and research decisions
- Calculation of critical metrics such as Accumulated Solar Radiation (MJ/m²), Daily Light Integral (DLI, MJ/m²/day), Vapor Pressure Deficit (VPD, kPa), and Dew Point for laboratory-quality solar climate measurements
Shared Features of Both Loggers
- Wireless Bluetooth setup and data offload via the free HOBOconnect app to streamline data collection, especially from hard-to-reach locations
- High-accuracy measurements at an affordable price, enabling deployment of multiple units for more comprehensive data coverage
- Quick visualization and trend analysis in HOBOconnect, freeing up labor for more important tasks like crop care or analysis
- Rugged, weatherproof design for reliable long-term monitoring
- User-replaceable battery lasting 2+ years for minimal maintenance
“Accurate, continuous data collection is essential for understanding the parameters that drive crop health. With real-time insights, you can make confident, actionable decisions to optimize outcomes. By pairing HOBO’s trusted ease of use with LI-COR’s globally recognized light sensors, growers, plant scientists, greenhouse operators, AgTech developers, and researchers can access reliable, research-grade data that guides better management while reducing the cost and complexity of traditional monitoring systems,” said Kristin Feese, LI-COR Executive Vice President & General Manager.
Both models are now available at hobodataloggers.com, providing reliable, research-grade data for informed environmental monitoring.