In-Situ
VuLink Cellular Telemetry Device
VuLink Cellular Telemetry Device
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VuLink is a data logger and global cellular telemetry device for continuous groundwater, surface water, stormwater, coastal, and remote water-quality monitoring. It connects compatible instruments to HydroVu so teams can collect, access, and manage field data without visiting every site.
One-press setup automatically detects In-Situ instruments, while VuSitu supports advanced setup over Bluetooth Low Energy. VuLink can also read third-party SDI-12 and pulse instruments through the optional Load-Bearing Universal Adapter. Built-in GPS, barometric compensation, remote setup, alarms, and over-the-air firmware updates support dependable long-term deployments.
Why it works
- Global cellular connectivity. LTE-M and NB-IoT communications include 2G fallback for broad coverage across supported networks.
- Long field life. Three standard D-cell batteries can provide up to two years of operation with a multiparameter sonde using hourly readings and uploads under specified conditions.
- In-well installation. The 1.85-inch diameter housing fits inside standard 2-inch well casings and caps, reducing the need for a separate mounting pole.
- Expanded instrument support. Modbus over RS-485, SDI-12, and pulse inputs support In-Situ and compatible third-party instruments.
- Rugged deployment. The sealed IP68 device supports vented and non-vented instruments without external desiccant.
- Integrated data workflow. HydroVu provides maps, dashboards, data access, and alert workflows, with a limited free cellular transmission allowance included for the life of the instrument.
Configuration note: VuLink is sold without an antenna. Confirm the antenna, cellular coverage, connected instrument power requirements, reporting interval, HydroVu plan, mounting, and any Load-Bearing Universal Adapter requirements before ordering.
Specifications
| Manufacturer | In-Situ |
|---|---|
| Model | VuLink Cellular |
| SKU | 0094840 |
| Cellular network | 4G LTE Category M1 / NB-IoT with 2G fallback |
| Data protocols | HTTPS to HydroVu, FTP, FTPS, SMS alarms |
| Instrument protocols | Modbus over RS-485, SDI-12, low- and high-frequency pulse |
| Instrument connections | 1 In-Situ Twistlock; up to 8 instruments within power limits |
| Power | 3 D-cell lithium or alkaline batteries |
| Battery life | Up to 2 years with a multiparameter sonde at hourly reads and uploads; application dependent |
| Setup | VuSitu mobile app over Bluetooth Low Energy; remote setup supported |
| Logging and transmission | Logging from 1 minute to 7 days; transmission from 5 minutes to 7 days |
| Memory | 512 MB |
| GPS | Built in, up to 3 m accuracy |
| Ingress protection | Device IP68; complete system rating depends on antenna |
| Dimensions | 47 mm (1.85 in) diameter x 485 mm (19.1 in) length |
| Weight | 1.0 kg (2.2 lb) with alkaline batteries and carabiner, excluding antenna |
| Venting and compensation | Built-in venting with no desiccant; automatic barometric compensation |
| Warranty | 2 years |
