The patented Finapp Probe uses CRNS technology for non-invasive, in-depth and real-time measurement of water content over large areas. As an innovative soil moisture and Snow Water Equivalent water sensor, it delivers deep and continuous data for agriculture and environmental monitoring without disrupting the ecosystem.
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Finapp probe: patented CRNS technology for water data management
Cosmic ray neutron sensor: non-invasive measurement
Large Scale
In real-time
In-Depth
Non-invasive
Why choose the Finapp Probe?
Our device is designed to overcome the limitations of traditional point sensors, offering a low-maintenance soil and snow sensor system built for the field.
- Exclusive technology: patented Finapp probe features provide a unique competitive advantage in real time data validation.
- Compact & lightweight: small (35×40 cm) and weighing just 5 kg, it is a truly compact soil moisture and SWE sensor easy to install anywhere.
- Energy independent: solar-powered options available. It does not require mains electricity, making it ideal for remote locations.
- Non-invasive: installed 2m above ground, it does not disrupt daily on-site activities or crop operations.
- Reliable: no special maintenance required and not operator dependent.
Models for large-scale & real-time precision: the right model for every need
To ensure accurate measurement, Finapp offers three probe models, Standard, Plus and Premium. The high sensitivity to Neutrons and Muons allows for continuous monitoring of Soil Moisture and Snow Water Equivalent (SWE) with maximum precision.
|
Probe |
Neutrons |
Muons |
Size A (cm) |
| F3 | 900 | 4000 | 20 |
| F5 | 1800 | 8000 | 24 |
Standard — Recommended for agricultural applications.
Plus — Designed for environmental monitoring.
Premium — Ideal for specialized applications, such as landslide monitoring or operation in challenging environments, including tropical rainforests.
What are the pros of the Finapp CRNS measurement?
- Real-Time Monitoring: offers instant insights into soil moisture, SWE dynamics and snow melt processes.
- Large-Scale Coverage: enables large-area soil moisture mapping and SWE monitoring (over 100-300 meters radius), providing representative data for entire agricultural fields or catchments.
- In-Depth Analysis: provides deep water content sensing (30-50 cm in the soil, meters in the snow), surpassing surface-level sensors.
- Sustainability Support: promotes effective water management and environmental conservation.
How Can I Collect the Data?
The Finapp system is an all-in-one IoT solution designed for seamless integration.
- Efficient Data Collection:no third-party datalogger required
- Reliable Transmission: telemetry via multi band 2G & 4G modem for remote access.
- Secure Storage: data is stored locally on an SD card for backup and easy retrieval.
- Flexible Communication: supports SDI12 protocol for system compatibility.
- Outdoor-Ready: IP67 and IP68 enclosures protect the probe in harsh conditions.
- Smart Diagnostics: watchdog system detects malfunctions to ensure continuous reliability.
- Customizable Algorithms: tailored calculation for converting neutron and muon counts into soil moisture, SWE and water leaks pre-location.
Patented CRNS accuracy: real-time flux monitoring
The Finapp Probe stands out with its patented capability to monitor incoming cosmic-ray flux variations in real-time, directly on-site. This unique feature enables highly accurate water content validation, compensating for solar activity fluctuations, and is unmatched by any other neutron soil moisture probe on the market.
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Finapp has invented a new way to measure water! Finapp has developed the probe capable of counting Cosmic Neutrons, radically changing the hardware, and innovating algorithms that make impactful information available to the user for decision-making.
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