Trusted data connectivity solutions for geotechnical monitoring need simplicity and reliability above all else. Since not all areas of interest expect the same level of expected movement, not all require multi-sensor data loggers. That’s why RST Instruments, part of Orica Digital Solutions’ Geosolutions, built the new RSTAR Affinity Single Channel Vibrating Wire (VW) Data Logger as a budget-friendly addition to the RSTAR Affinity suite of products, designed to meet the evolving needs of your geotechnical projects.

The RSTAR Affinity Single Channel VW Data Logger offers a 40% cost reduction over multi-channel VW monitoring solutions. This solution provides a cost-effective alternative for single sensor locations in an area, for mine owners, engineers, consultants, and infrastructure contractors seeking smarter, leaner data connectivity deployments.

A seamless addition to a proven ecosystem

The RSTAR Affinity system is trusted for its end-to-end industrial IoT (IIoT) capabilities, offering a unified platform from sensor to software, simplifying your monitoring solution. With data loggers, gateways, secure telemetry, and intuitive mobile and desktop applications, it eliminates the complexity of piecing together disparate systems and multiple individual components.

Now, with the introduction of the RSTAR Affinity Single Channel Vibrating Wire Data Logger, RSTAR Affinity becomes even more versatile. This compact, cost-effective logger is purpose-built for single VW sensors, such as piezometers, strain gauges, and crack meters, making it ideal for single-point monitoring applications or expanding existing networks with minimal overhead.

Focused data connectivity: Purpose-built for single-point monitoring

The RSTAR Affinity Single Channel VW Logger is engineered for targeted, single-sensor applications, common in mining and civil infrastructure projects. It offers a cost-effective, streamlined alternative to multi-channel loggers, reducing hardware costs by up to 40%. 

Designed for the field, built field-ready and future-proof

With Bluetooth Low Energy (BLE) connectivity, setup is as easy as scanning a QR code using the RSTAR Affinity Field App on any handheld mobile device. The logger’s quick-connect terminals ensure rapid deployment, while its rugged IP66-rated enclosure and broad operating temperature range (-40°C to +60°C) ensure dependable performance even in the harshest field conditions. Designed for longevity, the logger delivers up to five years of battery life at 60-minute sampling intervals, making it a low-maintenance and long-lasting solution for long-term monitoring, even in extreme environments.

For remote sites, the logger leverages LoRaWAN technology to transmit data over distances up to 15 km, depending on terrain and conditions. It can also operate in standalone mode, making it perfect for remote or infrastructure-limited sites. In this configuration, users can manually sync data via Bluetooth using the RSTAR Affinity Field App and also download a CSV file of the data for instant validation. This ensures flexible deployment even in the most disconnected environments, while maintaining full data integrity and traceability.

The logger also features push-fit quick-connect terminals, making sensor wiring faster and easier than conventional screw terminals—no special tools required!

Why choose the RSTAR Affinity Single Channel VW Logger?

• Ideal for single-sensor applications, providing targeted insights

• Improved decision-making: Access to high-resolution, near real-time data

• Enhanced safety: Continuous monitoring helps prevent failures and ensures compliance with safety standards.

• Ideal for mining and infrastructure: Designed for the needs of contractors, consultants, and engineers

• Lower operational costs with the same trusted performance

• Same features as the 5-channel RSTAR Affinity Data Logger

• Perfect for remote or standalone deployments

• Seamless integration with the RSTAR Affinity Dashboard and Field App

One platform, integrated control

All data collected by the logger is transmitted to the RSTAR Affinity Gateway, which then relays it to the RSTAR Affinity Dashboard, a web-based platform that offers real-time visualization, alerts, reports, diagnostics and analytics. Whether you're in the office or on-site, you can monitor your assets with confidence and clarity. 

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