LI190R-L

Quantum (PAR) Sensor
LI190R-L

LI190R-L

Retired

Quantum (PAR) Sensor

No longer available to order

This product is retained for service, documentation, and compatibility information.

Replaced by

Model:
LI190R-L
Item Number:
31982
Warranty:
1 year

Overview

The LI190R Quantum Sensor, manufactured by LI-COR, accurately measures photosynthetic photon flux density (PPFD), which is the number of photons in the 400 to 700 nm waveband incident per unit time on a unit surface. It uses a silicon photovoltaic detector mounted in a cosine-corrected head. A shunt resistor in the sensor’s cable converts the signal from microamps to millivolts, allowing these sensors to be measured directly by a Campbell Scientific data logger.
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Key Advantages

Accurate, Versatile
Compatible with most Campbell Scientific data loggers

Technical Description

The LI190R measures solar radiation with a silicon photovoltaic detector mounted in a cosine-corrected head. A shunt resistor in the sensor’s cable converts the signal from microamps to millivolts, allowing the LI190R to be measured directly by a Campbell Scientific data logger. The LI190R accurately measures Photosynthetic Photon Flux Density (PPFD), which is the number of photons in the 400 to 700 nm waveband incident per unit time on a unit surface. Because PPFD describes photosynthetic activity, the LI190R is ideal for growth chambers and greenhouses. 

Product Notes

requires LI2003S

Benefits

  • Ideal for growth chambers and greenhouses
  • Measures photosynthetic photon flux density (PPFD) in both natural and artificial light
  • Compatible with the CWS900-series interfaces, allowing it to be used in a wireless sensor network

Specifications

Sensor
Silicon photovoltaic detector mounted in a cosine-corrected head
Measurement Description
Measures photosynthetic photon flux density (PPFD) in both natural and artificial light
Spectral Range
400 to 700 nm
Calibration
±5% traceable to the U.S. National Institute of Standards Technology

(NIST)

Sensitivity
Typically 5 to 10 μA per 1000 μmoles s-1 m-2
Linearity
Maximum deviation of 1%

(up to 10,000 μmole s-1 m-2)

Shunt Resistor
604 Ω, 0.1%, 25 ppm
Long-Term Stability
< ±2% change over a 1 year period
Response Time
< 1 μs
Temperature Dependence
0.15% per °C

(maximum)

Cosine Correction
Cosine corrected up to 82° angle of incidence
Operating Temperature Range
-40° to +65°C
Relative Humidity Range
0 to 100%

(non-condensing)

Detector Description
High-stability silicon photovoltaic

(blue enhanced)

Sensor Housing Description
Weatherproof anodized aluminum case with acrylic diffuser and stainless-steel hardware; O-ring seal on the removable base and cable assembly
Diameter
2.36 cm

(0.93 in.)

Height
3.63 cm

(1.43 in.)

Weight
84 g

(2.96 oz)

Compatibility

Mounts

To ensure accurate measurements, the sensor should be leveled using an LI2003S leveling fixture, which incorporates a bubble level and three adjusting screws. The LI2003S leveling fixture mounts to a tripod using the 015ARM or to a crossarm using the CM225 mount. These sensors should be mounted away from all obstructions and reflective surfaces that might adversely affect the measurement.

Data Logger Considerations

The LI190R-L requires one differential analog input channel per probe.

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