SunSentry
SunSentry
OrderableSolar Operational Meteorological Monitoring Station
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- w/o UPSSunSentry-NUPart Number: 42459
- w/UPS (Ships As 42488, 39495, & 42398)SunSentry-UPSPart Number: 42893
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- Model:
- SunSentry
- Item Number:
- SunSentry
- Warranty:
- 5 years
Overview
Campbell Scientific's SunSentry™ Operational Monitoring Station is purpose-built with the most up-to-date technology to be the easiest to use utility-scale operational meteorological (met) station on the market.
The SunSentry establishes a new chapter of met station design and ease of use. These stations are standardized, stocked, follow the industry requirements of IEC 61724-1:2021, and exceed IEC 61000-4-5 Class 4 surge immunity levels. Station installation is made easy via pile-mountable hardware and an all-new web user interface (UI).
Let us make ordering, receiving, installing, and commissioning met stations as simple as possible. Contact us to see how the SunSentry can fit your upcoming projects.
Key Advantages
Technical Description
Fully IEC 61724-1 Compliant
All required and optional meteorological parameters are supported within the SunSentry embedded web UI.
Advanced Surge and Data Protection
Industry best practices were followed in station topology recommendations as well as strategic placement of surge protection devices (SPD). These improvements are for maximum data availability while granting peace of mind for owners and developers. ISO 27001 guidance was also followed, providing an industry-first station for solar operational monitoring.
On-Time, FREE Delivery
Our project management team organizes the SunSentry delivery. Standardized and project-specific documentation packages are available. Stations are stocked and available with short lead times or can be ordered early and delivered to your site when they are required. Each SunSentry station is packaged on its own pallet, making on-site distribution straightforward for field personnel.
Campbell Scientific has found that moving equipment out the door quickly saves us and our customers time and money. We have established relationships with all major carriers. To further shorten lead times, Campbell Scientific absorbs the shipping costs of SunSentry stations.
Note: Terms and conditions apply, including geographic availability.
Turn-Key Solution
Campbell Scientific tests and documents each complete system at our factory. The sensors are pre-labeled before shipping for easy on-site installation. Your technicians can provide us with network information for configuration prior to shipping or they can enter the information on-site using the embedded web UI.
Unparalleled Value
The SunSentry—with its UI, extensive sensor support, and robust, forward-looking hardware design—comprises met stations that are built to last each project's lifetime, evolving with changing requirements as needed. The applicable sensors collect data that allow users to glean the most value from the SunSentry.
Legendary Campbell Scientific Quality
Campbell Scientific has been providing robust hardware solutions for the most challenging meteorological settings for more than 50 years. The SunSentry leverages this expertise and now uses Campbell Scientific's proven, reliable data logger line-up for the solar energy market as a cost-effective system with a standard design.
Network Resiliency
The SunSentry is designed to isolate and protect the most valuable sensors in the most vulnerable locations. This ensures the highest data availability for sensor data to the met station. Simultaneous Modbus TCP, DNP3, and FTP data collection is available for the end user to collect data from the met stations.
Pile Mountable
Stations are designed to mount to industry-standard-driven piles without the need for drilling. SunSentry stations are designed to be installed by a single technician in a single day with common hand tools. No cement pads are required, saving material and labor costs, while still being ladder safe for quick sensor maintenance.
Standardized but Still Versatile
Built around IEC 61724-1:2021 and taking cues from many industry system requirements, the SunSentry is capable of supporting double the required parameters, making it the most scalable option on the market.
Benefits
- IEC 61724-1:2021-compliant station
- Compliance with California ISO or Alberta Electric System Operators (AESO) standards
- Modbus or DNP 3.0 communications to SCADA
- Quick installation and easy operation through web-based UI
- Rugged design
- Campbell Scientific sensor mounts for easy installation
- Industry-leading, five-year warranty
Specifications
- Shipping Crate Dimensions
- Note: The CM400 is shipped separately.121.92 x 101.60 x 111.76 cm
(48 x 40 x 44 in.)
- Shipping Weight
- Note: The shipping weight is based on a station design between 79.38 and 158.76 kg (175 and 350 lb).
- Weight of Shipping Crate
- 29.94 kg
(66 lb)
- Weight of Main Met
- 35.38 kg
(78 lb)
- Weight of Two Batteries
- 57.15 kg
(126 lb)
- Weight of Solar Panel with Mount
- 11.34 kg
(25 lb)
- Weight of AC Pull Box
- 5.90 kg
(13 lb)
- Weight of Pyranometer
- 0.45 to 0.91 kg
(1 to 2 lb)
- Standards Used
- IEC 61724-1:2021 and 2017 Class A compliantIEC 61000-4-5 Class 4 surge immunityISO 9060:2018 Class A spectrally flat and fast-response pyranometersISO 17025:2017 accredited calibrations where availableISO 27001 documents available upon request
Accessories
(19)SunVue 30
ISO 9060:2018 Class A Spectrally Flat Thermopile Pyranometer with Integrated Dome Heating
OrderableRS485CBL
Five-Conductor Cable with M12 Five-Pin A-Coded Connector
OrderableClimaVue 40
Compact, Digital, RS-485 Modbus Weather Sensor
OrderableCS241DM G2
Pt-1000 Class A, Precision Back-of-Module Temperature Sensor with Digital Modbus RS-485 Output, Second Generation
OrderableSnowVue 10
Digital Snow-Depth Sensor
OrderableDustVue
Solar-Module Soiling Sensor
Limited availabilityCM256
Adjustable Plane and Angle Solar Mounting Stand
OrderableCM261
Single-Axis Tracker Mounting Stand
OrderableCM266
Unistrut Mount
OrderableCM268
PV Module Mount
OrderableCM275
Albedometer Mounting Kit
OrderableCM400
Pile Mount Tower with 6 ft Crossarm
OrderableCM410
Pile Mount Arm (no finish or matte black finish)
Orderable44338
RS485CBL Adapter for SunSentry Used with Digital EKO Pyranometer
Orderable44339
RS485CBL Adapter for SunSentry Used with Atonometrics Sensor (RC22 PV Reference Cell)
Orderable44340
RS485CBL Adapter for SunSentry Used with CS241DM G2 Temperature Sensor
Orderable44370
RS485CBL M12 Five-Pin Shielded Tee Coupler for Daisy-Chaining
Orderable44489
RS485CBL Adapter for SMP10 or SMP12 Used with RS485CBL, ISP10, or SunSentry
OrderableISP10
Inline Surge Protection Device for Digital Sensors with A-Coded, Five-Pin M12 Connector
Orderable
Common Accessories
(20)SunVue 30
ISO 9060:2018 Class A Spectrally Flat Thermopile Pyranometer with Integrated Dome Heating
The SunVue™30 is an ISO 9060:2018 spectrally flat Class A pyranometer developed through a multi-year engineering effort to redefine the ownership experience. Designed for high-precision solar monitoring, it delivers premium measurement quality with a low-maintenance, field-ready design. It is fully compliant with IEC 61724-1 Class A performance monitoring requirements, with an integrated dome heater for dew and frost mitigation.
OrderableRS485CBL
Five-Conductor Cable with M12 Five-Pin A-Coded Connector
The RS485CBL cable uses a five-conductor shielded cable with an M12 five-pin A-coded connector. The cable has a polyurethane jacket that is UV resistant. The RS485CBL has been custom designed for sensors that use the RS-485 Modbus protocol with integrated power and signal lines. The signal lines have twisted pairs with 24-gauge conductors, and the power lines have a heavier 20-gauge wire, making the cable uniquely suitable for sensors with a higher current draw that have either short or long runs. An aluminum Mylar shield is grounded via a drain wire and connected to the M12 nut.
OrderableClimaVue 40
Compact, Digital, RS-485 Modbus Weather Sensor
The ClimaVue™40 is an all-in-one meteorological sensor designed for solar plant operational monitoring and solar resource assessment with IEC 61724-1 compliance. Campbell Scientific is well known for creating accurate and reliable instruments. We recognize that ease of operation and overall cost of operation are critical. With the ClimaVue 40, you will get this and more. In adherence to IEC 61724-1 (2021), the ClimaVue 40 provides ambient air temperature, barometric pressure, precipitation, relative humidity, wind direction, and wind speed measurements. The sensor also offers vapor pressure, tilt, lightning strike, and lightning average distance measurements.
OrderableCS241DM G2
Pt-1000 Class A, Precision Back-of-Module Temperature Sensor with Digital Modbus RS-485 Output, Second Generation
The CS241DM G2 is the second generation of CS241DM, a digital Modbus version of our CS241 Pt-1000 Class A, Back-of-Module Temperature Sensor. This updated sensor features the same best-in-class, surface-mountable temperature sensor with features optimized for bifacial photovoltaic (PV) module performance assessment and soiling. The G2 provides the same measurement accuracy with industrial IEC Class 4 surge protection as its predecessor.
OrderableSnowVue 10
Digital Snow-Depth Sensor
The SnowVue™10 is a digital, ultrasonic snow-depth sensor that provides continuous and accurate snow-depth measurements with its advanced spectrum analysis and best-in-class, wide-band transducer. With its low-power requirement and low-maintenance design, the SnowVue 10 is suitable for most alpine and remote installations. The SnowVue 10 also features Campbell Scientific’s total uptime diagnostic package to provide you with critical sensor performance measurements such as internal humidity, temperature, sensor level (tilt), measurement quality, and incoming voltage. An external air temperature sensor is required to correct for the changes in sound velocity due to changes in temperature.
OrderableDustVue 10
Solar-Module Soiling Sensor
The DustVue™10 takes the most trusted method of comparing two solar panels for soiling loss measurements and puts it in one small, easy-to-install sensor package. The reference sensor requires very little cleaning. Even better, no water is needed to clean the panel.
OrderableCM256
Adjustable Plane and Angle Solar Mounting Stand
The CM256 adjustable-angle, adjustable-plane mounting stand further simplifies the accurate and precise mounting of a pyranometer, ventilation unit, shadowband radiometer, or reference cell. Several pyranometer mounting stands have been combined and simplified to make ordering easier and usability friendlier. The CM256 is a combination of the CM255LS pyranometer mount, CM245 reference cell and shadowband mount, 31394 VU01 mount, and 31153 CVF4 mount. In addition, several new sensors are now fully supported such as the SPN1, MS-80(M), SR30, SR05, and IMT reference cell CM325.
OrderableCM261
Single-Axis Tracker Mounting Stand
The CM261 single-axis tracker pyranometer mount with adjustable plane simplifies the mounting of any pyranometer, ventilation unit, reference cell, or SPN1 to octagonal, round, and square single-axis torque tubes. The CM261 is a combination and simplification of the CM260 and CM265 to make ordering easier and usability friendlier. The bracket includes provisions for mounting the sensors and ventilation units at different heights, allowing the sensing element to be mounted at the same height as the solar modules.
OrderableCM266
Unistrut Mount
The CM266 is a true universal irradiance sensor mount. Its design makes use of the ubiquitous construction material, Unistrut. Attach your irradiance sensors anywhere you can mount a section of Unistrut.
OrderableCM268
PV Module Mount
The CM268 irradiance sensor mount is designed so you can make irradiance measurements as close to the modules/panels as possible. The mount can be clamped to the panel side, allowing for more representative and distributed measurements throughout the array.
OrderableCM275
Albedometer Mounting Kit
The CM275 is a universal solar albedo mounting stand to mount any downwelling/upwelling combination of pyranometer, ventilation unit, reference cell, or spectral radiometer. No other reference cell albedo mount is available that will allow a ventilated pyranometer on the top and non-ventilated pyranometer on the bottom.
OrderableCM400
Pile Mount Tower with 6 ft Crossarm
The CM400 is an ideal mount to secure a SunSentry Solar Operational Meteorological Monitoring Station to a driven pile. The included 15.24 cm (6.0 in.) hook bolts accommodate an I-beam style pile with flange dimensions 7.6 to 12.7 cm (3 to 5 in.), such as a W6x12. Installation details, including the recommended pile exposure height and orientation, are found in the SunSentry Installation Guide.
OrderableCM410
Pile Mount Arm (no finish or matte black finish)
The CM410 is used primarily to mount a pair of pyranometers to a driven pile, leveraging the CM275 Albedometer Mounting Kit. The included 15.24 cm (6.0 in.) hook bolts accommodate an I-beam style pile with flange dimensions 7.6 to 12.7 cm (3 to 5 in.), such as a W6x12. Albedo is a common measurement parameter selected for a SunSentry Solar Operational Meteorological Monitoring Station. Installation details, including the recommended pile exposure height and orientation, are found in the SunSentry Installation Guide. To minimize localized glare and reflections that can adversely influence albedo measurements, the all-black version of the CM410 is recommended for albedo.
Orderable44338
RS485CBL Adapter for SunSentry Used with Digital EKO Pyranometer
The 44338 adapter enables a single trunk-line cable to connect an array-mounted digital EKO pyranometer to the SunSentry Solar Operational Meteorological Monitoring Station. The adapter remaps the pin assignments between the two interfaces so the pyranometer is fully compatible with the RS485CBL 24 AWG RS-485 Cable with M12 Five-Pin Connector in a daisy chain with other sensors. The 44338 routes the cable shield through the connector's coupling nut, improving surge protection and reducing signal noise for more reliable operation.
Orderable44339
RS485CBL Adapter for SunSentry Used with Atonometrics Sensor (RC22 PV Reference Cell)
The 44339 adapter enables you to integrate an Atonometrics sensor—such as the RC22 PV Reference Cell—into a daisy-chain configuration on a SunSentry Solar Operational Meteorological Monitoring Station. The adapter allows the sensor to connect to the SunSentry system using a single trunk-line cable by remapping the pin assignments to match the RS485CBL 24 AWG RS-485 Cable with M12 Five-Pin Connector. The 44339 also routes the cable shield through the connector's coupling nut, improving surge protection and reducing signal noise for more reliable operation.
Orderable44340
RS485CBL Adapter for SunSentry Used with CS241DM G2 Temperature Sensor
The 44340 adapter allows a CS241DM G2 temperature sensor to be a direct replacement for the CS241DM temperature sensor. The pin assignments changed in the CS241DM G2 version, so the 44340 adapter converts the new pin assignment to the older version pin assignment, enabling the CS241DM G2 to use the same cable as the CS241DM.
Note: Do not use the 44340 adapter when installing the CS241DM G2 temperature sensor with the RS485CBL 24 AWG RS-485 Cable with M12 Five-Pin Connector.Orderable44370
RS485CBL M12 Five-Pin Shielded Tee Coupler for Daisy-Chaining
The 44370 tee coupler is used to wire split standard five-pin A-coded connections. It is commonly used to daisy-chain multiple digital Modbus sensors, such as the CS241DM and CS241DM G2 back-of-module temperature sensors, enabling multiple sensor connections on a single trunk-line cable.
Orderable44489
RS485CBL Adapter for SMP10 or SMP12 Used with RS485CBL, ISP10, or SunSentry
The 44489 adapter enables you to integrate a Kipp and Zonen sensor—such as the SMP10 Radiation Sensor with Digital RS-485 Output or SMP12—into a daisy-chain configuration on a SunSentry Solar Operational Meteorological Monitoring Station. The adapter allows the sensor to connect to the SunSentry system using a single trunk-line cable by remapping the pin assignments to match the RS485CBL 24 AWG RS-485 Cable with M12 Five-Pin Connector. The 44489 also routes the cable shield through the connector’s coupling nut, improving surge protection and reducing signal noise for more reliable operation.
OrderableISP10
Inline Surge Protection Device for Digital Sensors with A-Coded, Five-Pin M12 Connector
The ISP10 is a surge protection device for Modbus RTU sensors. The ISP10 provides protection that meets the IEC 61000-4-5, level 4 (4 kV, 2000 A) surge protection standard. It incorporates a T-junction that allows a sensor to be connected inline. The five-pin M12 connectors are configured to match the SunSentry system's trunk-line cable pinout, which is compatible with the RS485CBL 24 AWG RS-485 Cable with M12 Five-Pin Connector.
Orderable44732
RS485CBL Adapter for SunSentry Used with Lufft All-In-One
The 44732 is an accessory adapter cable designed so you can connect a Lufft all-in-one sensor that has an eight-pin M12 connector to the RS485CBL 24 AWG RS-485 Cable with M12 Five-Pin Connector through a five-pin M12 connection. This adapter cable provides a simple, factory-built interface to integrate compatible Lufft sensors with SunSentry systems. The 44732 features overmolded M12 connectors with a printed identification label.
Orderable
Services
(3)33266
CR1000X Calibration with Data (-40 to +70C)
The 33266 provides calibration of the CR1000X to meet original specifications. This process includes calibration at the CR1000X standard temperature range (-40° to +70°C). Before and after calibration sheets are included with the calibration. An RMA (Return Material Authorization) from Campbell Scientific is required.
Orderable33267
CR1000X Extended Temperature Test (-55 to +85C)
The 33267 testing must be purchased in conjunction with the 33266 Calibration. The 33266 provides calibration of the CR1000X to meet original specifications. The 33267 process includes testing at the CR1000X extended temperature range (-55° to +85°C). Testing at the extended temperature range is only available for a CR1000X that previously passed the extended temperature testing. An RMA (Returned Material Authorization) from Campbell Scientific is required.
Orderable34156
CR1000X Calibration over Temperature and ISO/IEC 17025 Calibration Verification with Certificate
The 34156 provides factory calibration of the CR1000X to meet original specifications, then sends the calibrated data logger to be verified by a certifying body that is accredited to the ISO 17025 standards. This service requires an RMA (Return Material Authorization) from Campbell Scientific. The factory calibration includes comprehensive testing of all data logger functions over its standard temperature range (-40° to +70°C) and the replacement of the internal lithium battery and desiccant packs. During testing, the data logger’s operating system is updated, and all settings are restored to factory defaults unless otherwise requested. Upon completion of the factory calibration, the data logger is sent to the ISO 17025 accredited certifying body referenced above for calibration verification. This service includes two calibration documents: Campbell Scientific's NIST traceable calibration certificate, which shows “as received” and “as returned” measurements Calibration certificate from the ISO 17025 accredited body
Orderable
Compatibility
Supported Sensors in the SunSentry Web UI
| Measurement/Parameter | Sensors | Total Quantity Available/Station |
|---|---|---|
| GHI | MS-80SH, SR30, SR300, SMP10, SMP12 | 2 |
| POA | MS-80SH, SR30, SR300, SMP10, SMP12 | 2 |
| RPOA | RC22, MS-80SH, SR30, SR300, SMP10, SMP12, SR05, MS-40S, SI-RS485TC-T-MB | 6 |
| Horizontal Albedo | MS-80SH, SR30, SR300, SMP10, SMP12, SR05, MS-40S | 2 (albedo measurements) |
| DHI | SPN1, SRD100 | 2 |
| Soiling | DustVue™10, DustVue, DustIQ, Mars, RC22 Comparison, RDE300i (limited configurations), FracSun* | 2 |
| Back-of-Module Temperature | CS241DM | 6 |
| Ambient Temperature | ClimaVue™40, MetSens500, LufftWS500, WS601, HygroVue™, 107 Probe* | 2 |
| Relative Humidity | ClimaVue 40, MetSens500, LufftWS500, WS601, HygroVue | 2 |
| Atmospheric Pressure | ClimaVue 40, MetSens500, LufftWS500, WS601, BaroVue™10 | 2 |
| Wind Speed | ClimaVue 40, MetSens500, LufftWS500, WS601, 05103 | 2 |
| Wind Direction | ClimaVue 40, MetSens500, LufftWS500, WS601, 05103 | 2 |
| Rainfall | ClimaVue 40, TE525, RainVue™10*, RainVue 20*, 52202 | 2 |
| Lightning Detection | ClimaVue 40 | 2 |
| Hail | HDI | 2 |
| Snow Depth | SnowVue™10 | 2 |
| Visibility and Present Weather | CS125* | 1 |
| System | CS211, door switch, breaker, AC surge | |
| GPS | Garmin |
*Support coming soon
Related Resources
Documents
- Manual
SunSentry G2 Operations and Maintenance Manual
March 2026
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SunSentry G2 Operations and Maintenance Product Manual (online)
May 2025
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Introducing the SunSentry
November 2024
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SunSentry G2 Installation Guide
March 2026
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