The G-Link2™ -LXRS® is a ruggedized wireless sensor node with high-speed sampling and optional integrated three-axis accelerometer or external single-axis accelerometer.
Product Highlights
- On-board triaxial, or external single axis MEMS accelerometer with up to +/-200 g measurement range
- Wireless framework is ideal for measuring vibration, and acceleration in remote applications.
- High resolution data with 16-bit A/D converter
- >User-programmable sample rates up to 10 KHz
- Transmit real-time data or log to memory.
- Small, lightweight IP67 enclosure
The V-Link® -LXRS® is a versatile seven channel analog wireless sensor node with high sample rates and datalogging capability.
Product Highlights
- Four differential and three single-ended analog input channels and an internal temperature sensor
- Ideal for remote and long term measurement of many Wheatstone bridge and analog-type sensors including: strain, force, torque, pressure, acceleration, vibration, magnetic field, displacement and geophones
- Supports continuous, burst, and event-triggered sampling and datalogging to internal memory
- l User-programmable sample rates up to 10 KHz
- l IP65/66 environmental enclosures available
Wireless Simplicity, Hardwired Reliability
High Performance
- Node-to-node synchronization up to ±32 microseconds
- Scalable, long range wireless sensor networks up to 2 km
- User-programmable filters for optimized anti-aliasing
Ease of Use
- Internal or external accelerometer option for installation versatility
- Remotely configure nodes, acquire and view sensor data with Node Commander®.
- Optional web-based SensorCloud™ interface optimizes data storage, viewing, and analysis.
- Easy integration via comprehensive SDK
Cost Effective
- Out-of-the box wireless sensing solution reduces development and deployment time.
- Volume discounts
Wireless Simplicity, Hardwired Reliability
High Performance
- Node-to-node synchronization up to ±32 microseconds
- High resolution data with 16-bit A/D converter
- Scalable, long range wireless sensor networks up to 2 km
- Lossless data throughput under most operating conditions
Ease of Use
- Rapid deployment with wireless framework
- Event driven triggers for efficient monitoring
- Remotely configure nodes, acquire and view sensor data with Node Commander®.
- Optional web-based SensorCloud™ interface optimizes data storage, viewing, and analysis.
- Easy integration via comprehensive SDK
Cost Effective
- Reduction of costs associated with wiring
- Low-cost per channel with 7 input channels per node
General |
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Sensor input channels |
Single-axis MEMS accelerometer (option), 1 channel |
Integrated sensors |
Triaxial MEMS accelerometer (option), 3 channels |
Data storage capacity |
4 M bytes (up to 2,000,000 data points, data type dependent) |
Accelerometer Channels (integrated or external) |
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Measurement range |
± 2 g or ± 10 g standard (± 5 g, ± 30 g, ± 50 g, ±100 g, or ± 200 g options available) |
Accelerometer bandwidth |
0 to = 100 Hz @ -3 dB (high bandwidth option available) |
Resolution |
16 bit |
Accuracy |
0.3 % error (typical @ 25 Hz, 1/2 of dynamic range with sinusoidal input) |
Noise |
± 2 g: 130 µ g/vHz , ± 10 g: 420 µ g/vHz (typical with 100 Hz anti- aliasing filter setting) |
Anti-aliasing filter bandwidth |
Fifth order low-pass Butterworth filter, user programmable bandwidth from 26 Hz to 1 KHz |
Integrated Temperature Channel |
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Measurement range |
-40 °C to 125 °C |
Accuracy and resolution |
± 5 °C (over full range) , 16 bit |
Sampling |
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Sampling modes |
Synchronized, low duty cycle, datalogging |
Sampling rates |
Continuous sampling: 1 32 to 512 Hz Periodic burst sampling: 32 to 512 Hz Datalogging: 32 Hz to 10 KHz |
Sample rate stability |
± 3 ppm |
Network capacity |
Up to 2000 nodes per RF channel (and per gateway) depending on the number of active channels and sampling settings. Refer to the system bandwidth calculator: http://www.microstrain.com/configure-your-system |
Synchronization between nodes |
± 32 μsec |
Operating Parameters |
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Radio frequency (RF) transceiver carrier |
2.405 to 2.470 GHz direct sequence spread spectrum over 14 channels, license free worldwide, radiated power programmable from 0 dBm (1 mW) to 16 dBm (39 mW); low power option available for use outside the U.S.- limited to 10dBm (10mW) |
Range for bi-directional RF link |
70 m to 2 km line of sight with RF power setting |
RF communication protocol |
IEEE 802.15.4 |
Power source |
Internal: 3.6 V dc,2.6 Ah, AA replaceable lithium battery External: 2.2 V dc to 5 V dc |
Power consumption |
1 channel: 20.1 mA (average) 3 channels: 34.9 mA (average) |
Operating temperature |
-40 ˚C to + 85 ˚C |
Acceleration limit |
tested to 380 g |
MTBF |
378,000 hours (Telcordia method, SR332) |
Physical Specifications |
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Dimensions |
Internal accelerometer:68 mm x 85 mm x 33.5 mm with mounting tabs External accelerometer (option): 32 mm x 21.5 mm x 16 mm |
Weight |
Node with internal accelerometer and battery: 178 grams Node with external accelerometer, cable and battery: 252 grams |
Environmental rating |
IP67 |
Enclosure material |
Aluminum and clear polycarbonate |
Integration |
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Compatible gateways |
All WSDA® base stations and gateways |
Compatible sensors |
LORD MicroStrain® accelerometer (external accelerometer option) |
Connectors |
M5 screw-on IP67 connector (external accelerometer option) |
Software |
SensorCloud™, SensorConnect™, Node Commander®, Windows 7 (or newer) |
Software development |
Open-source MicroStrain Communications Library (MSCL) with sample code available in C++,Python,and.NET formats (OS and computing platform independent): http://lord-microstrain.github.io/MSCL/ |
Regulatory compliance |
FCC (U.S.), IC (Canada), ROHS |
General | |
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Sensor input channels |
Differential analog, 4 channels Single-ended analog, 3 channels |
Integrated sensors |
Internal temperature, 1 channel |
Data storage capacity |
4 M bytes (up to 2,000,000 data points, data type dependent) |
Analog Input Channels | |
Measurement range |
Differential: full-bridge, ≥ 350 Ω (factory configurable) Single-ended: 0 to 3 V dc |
Accuracy |
± 0.1% full scale typical |
Resolution |
16 bit |
Anti-aliasing filter bandwidth |
Single-pole Butterworth -3 dB cutoff @ 250 Hz (factory configurable) |
Bridge excitation voltage |
+3 V dc, 50 mA total for all channels (pulsed @ sample rates ≤ 16 Hz to conserve power) |
Measurement gain and offset |
User-selectable in software on differential channels gain values from 21 to 13074 |
Integrated Temperature Channel | |
Measurement range |
-40 °C to 85 °C |
Accuracy |
± 2 °C (at 25 °C) typical |
Resolution |
16 bit |
Sampling | |
Sampling modes |
Synchronized, low duty cycle, datalogging, event-triggered |
Sampling rates |
Continuous sampling: 1 sample/hour to 512 Hz Periodic burst sampling: 32 Hz to 10 KHz Datalogging: 32 Hz to 10 KHz |
Sample rate stability |
± 3 ppm |
Network capacity |
Up to 2000 nodes per RF channel (and per gateway) depending on the number of active channels and sampling settings. Refer to the system bandwidth calculator: http://www.microstrain.com/configure-your-system |
Synchronization between nodes |
± 32 μsec |
Operating Parameters | |
Radio frequency (RF) transceiver carrier |
2.405 to 2.470 GHz direct sequence spread spectrum over 14 channels, license free worldwide, radiated power programmable from 0 dBm (1 mW) to 16 dBm (39 mW); low power option available for use outside the U.S.- limited to 10dBm (10mW) |
Range for bi-directional RF link |
Outdoor/line-of-sight: 2 km (ideal) *, 800 m (typical)** Indoor/obstructions: 50 m (typical)** |
RF communication protocol |
IEEE 802.15.4 |
Power source |
Internal: 3.7 V dc, 650 mAh lithium ion rechargeable battery External: +3.2 to +9.0 V dc |
Power consumption |
See power profile : |
Operating temperature |
-20 ˚C to + 60 ˚C (extended temperature range available with custom battery/enclosure, -40 ˚C to + 85 ˚C electronics only) |
Acceleration limit |
500 g standard (high g option available) |
Physical Specifications | |
Dimensions |
74 mm x 79 mm x 21 mm |
Weight |
141 grams |
Environmental rating |
Indoor use (IP65/66 enclosures available) |
Enclosure material |
Anodized aluminum |
Integration | |
Compatible gateways |
All WSDA® base stations and gateways |
Compatible sensors |
Bridge type analog sensors, 0 to 3 V dc analog sensors |
Connectors |
Screw terminal block |
Shunt calibration |
Internal shunt calibration resistor 499 KΩ, differential channels |
Software |
SensorCloud™, Node Commander®, Windows XP/Vista/7 |
Software development |
Open-source MicroStrain Communications Library (MSCL) with sample code available in C++,Python,and.NET formats (OS and computing platform independent): http://lord-microstrain.github.io/MSCL/ |
Regulatory compliance |
FCC (U.S.), IC (Canada), CE, ROHS |
*Measured with antennas elevated, no obstructions, and no RF interferers.
**Actual range varies depending on conditions such as obstructions, RF interference, antenna height, & antenna orientation.
General Documentation
- G-Link2™ -LXRS® Product Datasheet
- G-Link2™ -LXRS® Quick Start Guide
- G-Link2™ -LXRS® User Manual
- Node Commander Wireless Sensing Software User Manual
- G-Link-2 Power Profile
- Wireless Products Comparison
Technical Notes
- Powering a Wireless Node with Sources Greater Than 9 Volts
- G-Link2™ -LXRS® Resonance Sweep
- G-Link2™ -LXRS® Sustained Acceleration Testing
- LXRS® Firmware Upgrades
- Synchronized Sampling on Startup
Videos
- NC QSG #1 General Communications
- NC QSG #2 Node Configuration
- NC QSG #3 Real-Time Streaming
- NC QSG #4 Legacy Low Duty Cycle
- NC QSG #5 Synchronized Sampling
- NC QSG #6 Armed Data Logging
General Documentation
- V-Link®-LXRS® Product Manual
- V-Link®-LXRS® Product Datasheet
- V-Link®–LXRS® Quick Start Guide
- V-Link®-LXRS® Document of Conformity
- Node Commander Wireless Sensing Software User Manual
- Wireless Products Comparison
Technical Notes
- Powering a Wireless Node with Sources Greater Than 9 Volts
- High Cycle Vibration and Function Test
- Event Driven Sampling
- Measuring Voltages Above 3 Volts with V-Link®-LXRS®
- LXRS® Firmware Upgrades
- Using a 4 to 20 mA Pressure Transducer
- Control a Relay with a Wireless Node
- Measuring Small Current
- Measuring Small Voltages
- Outputting a 4 to 20 mA Current Loop
- Using Pressure Transducers
- Battery Use and Replacement
- V-Link®-LXRS® 350 Ohm Tester Board
- V-Link®-LXRS® 1000 Ohm Tester Board
- V-Link®-LXRS® Pin Assignments
- Using the 50g, 100g, 200g or 500g Triaxial Accelerometer Cube
- IP and NEMA Rated Enclosures for Wireless Nodes
- Calculating a Linear Slope with Microsoft Excel®
- Using a Load Cell with V-Link®-LXRS™ and SG-Link®-LXRS®
- V-Link®-LXRS® Power Profile
- Wireless Sensor Node Power Profiles
- Using External Power With Wireless Sensor Nodes
- Using the DEMOD-DC® with V-Link®-LXRS® and SG-Link®-LXRS®
- Synchronized Sampling on Startup
- Distance Measurement with an IR Sensor
- Using Differential Inputs for a RTD
Mechanical Drawings (Uncontrolled)
- V-Link®–LXRS® Dimensional Drawing
- 6313-3100 V-Link-IP66-XL-ENCL
- 6313-3100 IP66/NEMA4X Enclosure for V-Link®-LXRS® (2 batteries)
Videos