AirLogger™ WM1000 Wireless Data Logger

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Wireless Data Logger Maximizes Efficiency, Enables Temperature Measurement of Moving Objects

In the automotive industry, and many other manufacturing and R&D fields, temperature measurement and evaluation are normally performed with data loggers whose measurement units and data processing units are connected by cables. The time wastage involved in set-up and teardown has impelled demand for a more efficient method of temperature measurement.

Advantest's new AirLogger™ WM1000 offers a revolutionary solution to these problems with fully wireless operation. It supports temperature measurement of smaller objects and moving objects, and also enables simultaneous measurement of multiple points.



Features

Fully Wireless Design Dramatically Boosts Efficiency

The AirLoggerTM's sensor unit, which incorporates a thermocouple data processor, wirelessly sends temperature data to a PC for display and saving. The WM1000 dramatically boosts efficiency by freeing users from the constraints of working with data cables.  

Measures Temperatures of Rotating / Moving Objects  

The AirLoggerTM enables easy temperature measurement for formerly difficult-to-measure targets such as revolving tires and other moving objects. Temperatures can be logged across a broad area, all without cables. 

Real-Time Simultaneous Measurement of Temperatures at Multiple Points

The WM1000 can measure temperatures at a maximum of 100 points simultaneously in real time. Measurement points can be dispersed across a broad area.

Compact Body, No AC Power Source Required

The WM1000 uses a button battery for its power supply, and its receiver charges via USB connection to a PC. The flexibility to measurement temperatures in environments with no power outlets enables diverse applications.

Complies with US and Japanese Standards

The WM1000 complies with FCC rules and is certified under Japan's Technical Regulations Conformity System, allowing it to be used in the United States and Japan.

Moving / Rotating Objects
  • Ideal for logging the temperatures of spinning tires and running engines
  • Measurement units can be placed behind dashboards and in other areas where cables cannot reach
  • Measure temperatures inside & outside a car and in the engine compartment on one PC

 
Small Spaces
  • No need for bulky measurement instruments
  • Easy thermostream measurement setup
  • Measure changes in heat generated during device operation, and perform thermostatic chamber temperature inspections
Large Areas
  • Measure temperatures in/around polytunnels and solar panels
  • Measure temperatures at multiple points on the exterior of protective clothing

The WM1000 wireless data logger is a wireless temperature logger. It measures temperatures with a child unit called a sensor unit, and sends measurement data wirelessly to a PC (personal computer) that has a parent unit called a PC transmission unit connected to it.

The transmitted data is all recorded on the PC, and files can be easily moved, complete with timestamps.

The temperature measurement sensor (sensor unit) utilizes a thermocouple enabling measurement of a wide range of temperatures (-200℃~1300℃, K type thermocouple). Moreover, one PC can monitor temperatures from as many as 100 sensor units, allowing temperature trends to be monitored in real time at up to 100 separate points.

Applications for the WM1000 wireless temperature logger (data logger) are envisaged to encompass R&D and manufacturing in the automobile, electronic, and industrial machinery sectors, facilities management for pharmaceuticals and food production, temperature monitoring for goods in transit, and environmental / building monitoring. 

A Light, Ultra-Compact System

One of the advantages of the WM1000 wireless temperature logger (data logger) is that its child units, the system's temperature measurement units (sensor units), are extremely small and light-weight. Because they are extremely small and light-weight, they can be attached to moving objects to measure their temperatures. For example, temperature monitoring of automobile tyres and products on moving conveyor belts can be performed in real time. Double-sided tape and / or zip ties can be used to attach the sensor units, enabling them to be securely stabilized for stable operation. Moreover, the sensor units are resistant to water and dust (IP549, and also has superior resistance to vibrations, making it ideal for use in a variety of fields.

Fully Wireless

The WM1000 wireless temperature logger (data logger)'s child units, the system's temperature measurement units (sensor units), are powered by batteries, making the system fully wireless, and enabling the measurement of ambient temperatures in enclosed spaces such as refrigerators and thermostatic baths. Just by placing the child units, the system's temperature measurement units (sensor units), inside a refrigerator, it is possible to measure the refrigerator's internal temperature. When performing measurement of temperatures inside an enclosed space covered with metal, such as a refrigerator, transmission distances may be very short, but by placing the parent unit, the system's PC transmission unit, near the fridge, using e.g. a long USB cable, measurement can be carried out stably.

Software

The WM1000 wireless temperature logger (data logger)'s software is intuitive and extremely easy to use. Even first-time users and those who have not used the system in some time will be able to start performing measurements immediately. Moreover, data is output in CSV format, giving it superior compatibility with spreadsheet software.

Start Measuring In Just 30 Seconds

The WM1000 wireless temperature logger (data logger) has an extremely simple configuration. Users need only install the software in their PC, and put batteries in the child units, the system's temperature measurement units (sensor units), to begin measuring. From launching the WM1000's software, to commencing measurement, can take as little as 30 seconds, making the system convenient for even small measurement jobs. As a data logger that is both simple to use and equipped with all necessary functions, it can be used for a broad range of applications.


Specifications

Temperature measurement range K: -200 °C to +1300 °C (-328 °F to +2372 °C)
Temperature sampling rate 100msec to 10min
Sensor unit  
  Operating environment range -15 °C to +70°C (+5 °F to +158 °F)
Outer dimensions 35 (W) × 35 (D) × 14.5 (H) mm
Maximum number of connected sensor units 100 / system
Power supply Button battery (CR2032)
Resistance against vibration Equivalent to JIS_D1601_Type 1_Type C
Dust proof/waterproof performance Equivalent to IP54
OS Windows PC (Windows7、Windows8/8.1)
Supported thermocouples K, T, J
Communication frequency 2.4GHz wireless communication

* Windows is registered trademarks of Microsoft Corporation in the U.S. and/or other countries.


Product Lineup

Standard Button battery and Instrument manual are included.

Model Description
WM1000-S000-001
(calibration certificate not included)
  • PC side communication unit
    PC communication unit × 1unit
  • Sensor unit
    Sensor unit × 1unit
  • Software
    Software *1
WM1000-S100-001
(calibration certificate included)
  • PC side communication unit
    PC communication unit × 1unit
  • Sensor unit
    Sensor unit × 1unit
  • Software
    Software *1
WM1000-S000-010
(calibration certificate not included)
  • PC side communication unit
    PC communication unit × 1unit
  • Sensor unit
    Sensor unit × 10units
  • Software
    Software *1
WM1000-S100-010
(calibration certificate included)
  • PC side communication unit
    PC communication unit × 1unit
  • Sensor unit
    Sensor unit × 10units
  • Software
    Software *1

Optional

Model Description
WM1000-U000-001 *2
(calibration certificate not included)
Sensor unit
Sensor unit × 1unit
WM1000-U100-001 *2
(calibration certificate included)
Sensor unit
Sensor unit × 1unit
WM1000-U000-005 *2
(calibration certificate not included)
Sensor unit
Sensor unit × 5units
WM1000-U100-005 *2
(calibration certificate included)
Sensor unit
Sensor unit × 5units
WM1000-P000-001※2 PC side communication unit
PC communication unit × 1unit
A7010 Button battery × 100units (Recommended)
A7020 Thermocouple wire (5m) × 1pc

*1: Personal computer is not included.

*2: These units don't work as stand-alone devices.

● Note that the communication may become unstable or the communication distance may become shorter depending on the radio wave environment and obstacles during use.

● This product can only be used in Japan and the United States.

● Specifications may change without notification.

● Products are not fault-tolerant and are not designed or intended for any use requiring fail-safe performance in which the failure of a Product could lead to death, serious personal injury, or severe physical and environmental damages (collectively, “High Risk Activities”), such as the operation of nuclear facilities, aircraft navigation or communication systems, air traffic control, weapons systems and/or direct life-support machines.
ADVANTEST EXPRESSLY DISCLAIMS ANY EXPRESS OR IMPLIED WARRANTY OF FITNESS FOR HIGH RISK ACTIVITIES.

PC side communication unit / Sensor unit

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Simple wireless temperature measurement
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Simple configuration enables temperatures to be measured in less than 30 seconds.

Easy temperature measurement of rotating objects (eg: drill bit)
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Enables easy temperature measurement of formerly difficult-to-measure targets such as rotating and other moving objects.

Easy measurement of temperature within thermostatic chamber
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Enables easy temperature measurement within enclosed spaces.

Easily measure ambient temperature
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Enables easy temperature measurement of multiple points.

Easy temperature measurement of rotating objects (eg: fan)
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Enables easy temperature measurement of formerly difficult-to-measure targets such as rotating and other moving objects.


Example of Usage

Automobile Related

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Monitor temperature inside car Various points inside cars Can monitor temperatures of points inside cars easily Evaluation of air conditioning units or environmental test
Temperature measurement of tire

Tires

Measurement during driving is possible without using slip rings. Evaluation of tires, brakes and areas nearby
Temperature measurement of shaft Shafts Can measure while shafts are rotating Evaluation of drive shafts, pulleys
Measure inner temperature of instrument panel Electrical instruments inside of instrument panels Without drilling holes on the instrument panels, temperature measurement is possible in environments similar to actual usage Evaluation of meters, HVACs, ECUs
Temperature measurement of engine room Various locations within engine rooms Easy to be attached to various locations within engine rooms To evaluate temperatures of radiators, compressors, dynamos, engines
Temperature measurement inside of door or side mirror Inside of doors or side mirrors Without drilling holes for cables, units can be installed and measure temperatures inside of shielded areas To evaluate temperatures of electric substrates and motors inside of doors or side mirrors.

Factory Related

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Temperature measurement within factory Various places in factories Temperature of multiple points can be measured easily without installing electric wires in factory corridors To evaluate temperature environments within factories
Temperature measurement in factory work area Work clothes, helmets Can measure temperature loads on operators walking around in real time To monitor temperatures of factory work area
Temperature measurement on conveyor belt Surface of conveyor belts and objects carried on conveyor belts While conveyor belts are moving, temperatures of the surface of the belts or temperatures of objects carried on the belts can be measured easily To manage surface temperatures of conveyor belts or temperatures of objects carried on conveyor belts
Temperature measurement of thermostatic chamber Within thermostatic chambers No leakage of heat through cables enables high precision temperature evaluation For reliability test using thermostatic chambers
Temperature measurement of production facility Inside of production facilities Can be installed inside of shielded/half-shielded facilities or moving objects like robots For preventive maintenance of production facilities

Housing Related

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Measure temperature of air conditioning unit Various locations within rooms, heat exchanger fins Can measure multiple points within rooms simultaneously in real time For evaluation of air conditioners or air conditioning systems
Measure inside room temperature Various places inside of rooms or kennels Units can be installed safely and easily inside of locked rooms or in areas where pets are kept during user's absence. To monitor temperatures of locked rooms or areas where pets are kept

Consumer Electronics, Electronic Device Related

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Temperature measurement of refrigerator Inside refrigerators Thermal evaluation is possible without pulling out electrical wires through gaps, preventing chilled air leakage To evaluate temperatures within refrigerators
Temperature measurement of washing machine Within washing machine tubs Units can be installed inside of rotating washing machine tubs easily To monitor temperatures inside of washing machine tubs under operation
Temperature measurement of electronic device Inside housing of VCRs and PCs Thermal evaluations are possible without pulling out electrical wires through gaps For thermal evaluations of VCRs, PCs or stereo systems

Agriculture, Animal Husbandry Related

 img_airlogger_farming Installation sites Merits Applications
Temperature measurement of breeding facility Various locations in facilities Can measure temperatures of multiple points within facilities simultaneously in real time To monitor temperatures of poultry farms, pig farms, or cow barns
Measure temperatures of polytunnel Various places within polytunnels Can measure multiple points within polytunnels simultaneously in real time To monitor temperatures inside of polytunnels

FAQ

Answers to frequently asked questions

Are thermocouples attached to the product?

They are not attached, so please provide them yourself. (We offer optional thermocouple cables)

How far away can the measurement units be placed?

It varies depending on radio wave environment, but about 10 meters (line-of-sight).

What is the difference between "Temperature measurement range" and "Operating environment range" in the specifications?

"Temperature measurement range" means the range of temperature a thermocouple can measure.
"Operating environment range" means environment temperature range where a temperature measurement unit can be installed. 

What does it mean that "Number of Simultaneous Measurement Channels" is max 100 ch?

It means a maximum of 100 temperature measurement units can be connected to one PC communication unit and simultaneous measurement using them is possible.

What is the file type of acquired data?

It is in CSV format.

How long does a button battery in a temperature measurement unit last?

A battery lasts about 15 days when used in sampling intervals of 1 second.

What is the size and weight of the temperature measurement unit?

Size: 35 mm x 35 mm x 14.5 mm, Weight: 20g (including button battery)

Are the measurement units dust-proof / waterproof?

Yes, they are equivalent to IP54.

FAQ   FAQ

When the temperature measurement unit may get water drops on it, protect the unit with masking tape as shown to prevent conduction between the two thermocouple terminals.

   

Placing the temperature measurement unit inside of a plastic bag can prevent oil or other liquids from sticking to the unit.

Can we measure any kind of moving object?

Not all objects can be measured. Please tell us what kind of object you need to measure.
Inquiries

In what kind of environment does the communication between measurement units and PC communication unit become unstable?

Generally speaking, radio waves tend to be unstable in the following conditions.

- When another radio wave of the same frequency exists
- When there are many metal objects nearby
- When the PC communication unit is installed near the ground
- In a high-humidity environment such as rain or fog

How can we resolve the unstable communication status?

Install the PC communication unit in a place with strong radio wave signals using a USB extension cable.
Also, moving the PC communication unit away from the ground results in better radio wave signals.

Do you have any demonstration units?

Yes, we have. Please feel free to ask for a demonstration.
Inquiries


How to use

Attach thermocouple to sensor unit

How to process and attach thermocouple (option)

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Insert PC communication unit to PC installed with Airlogger software

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Input measurement conditions to software and start measuring

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How to process and attach optional thermocouple wire

  • 1.
    Cut to about 10-20cm long

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  • 2.
    Remove the blue cover from each end

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  • 3.
    Remove the red and white cover

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  • 4.
    Twist the two lines tightly at one end

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  • 5.
    Cover the twisted line with friction tape

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  • 6.
    Attach white line to negative and
    red line to positive

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Tips for Measurement

Attaching Temperature Measurement Unit (examples)

Attaching Temperature Measurement Unit (examples)   Attaching Temperature Measurement Unit (examples)

Attach a measurement unit to the object you wish to measure with a cable tie or a wire.  A tie or a wire placed between the two thermocouple terminals is best to ensure the measurement unit does not come off.

   

Our Attachments make it even easier to use the measurement units.
Screws can be used to secure the Attachment.

     
Attaching Temperature Measurement Unit (examples)   Attaching Temperature Measurement Unit (examples)

To attach a temperature measurement unit to a column such as a pipe, insert a silicon sponge between the Unit and the column and secure them both with zip ties.

   

Avoid using metal tapes such as aluminum tape to attach the temperature measurement unit. These tapes will shut down the radio signals. Use packing tape, masking tape or double-sided tape. To simply stick the unit on a metal surface, adhesive magnetic sheets are useful. For high-temperature environments, we recommend using polyimide tape or silicon tape.

* Advantest shall assume no responsibility for any losses or damages incurred by the user or third parties related to use of these examples of attachment.