Industry & infrastructure
Solar energy & battery rooms
Bring battery-system measurements and room conditions into one view.
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The application in practice
Remote visibility into a solar battery installation
A closer look at the challenge, the monitoring approach and the outcome described in Monnit’s application guide.
The challenge
An organisation's solar-energy battery bank lacked remote monitoring. Staff had to visit the installation to take readings and could not receive alerts about changing conditions.
The monitoring setup
Wireless voltage meters were connected to battery arrays, with a cellular gateway sending readings to iMonnit. Temperature, water detection and access monitoring extended the view beyond electrical measurements.
The reported outcome
The published example describes fewer routine checking trips and remote notification of configured conditions. Voltage is useful operating information, but interpreting battery state of charge also requires the battery chemistry, load and charging behaviour.
Case-study information and photography: Monnit. Reported results relate to the installation described; your project’s design and results will depend on its requirements.
A practical starting point
Measure. Understand. Act.
Where to start
Have a qualified electrical professional identify suitable measurement points and sensor ratings. Pair voltage readings with temperature and leak monitoring around the installation.
A change worth investigating
Voltage departs from the engineer's expected operating range or the equipment area warms unexpectedly.
Example scenario. Set limits and timing for your own site.Turn the alert into action
Check the battery-management and inverter information before investigating the electrical or environmental cause.
Build your system
Measurements to consider
Use these as a shortlist. The right model depends on the range, environment, installation and accuracy you need.
Voltage Meter
Measure voltage at an appropriately rated connection point specified by an electrical professional.
Explore sensors →Temperature
Follow heating, cooling and storage conditions over time. Match the probe range and calibration to your application.
Explore sensors →Water Detect
Detect water at a chosen point near vulnerable plumbing or equipment.
Explore sensors →Plan for the real environment
Before you start
What matters for this application
Voltage alone is not a reliable state-of-charge measurement for every battery system. Monitoring does not replace the battery-management system or electrical protection.
How do the sensors connect?
ALTA sensors need a compatible gateway, internet connection and monitoring software. Suitable Wi-Fi models connect through a compatible Wi-Fi network. Confirm radio frequency, coverage and power arrangements at the actual installation points before choosing equipment.
Explore gateways →How quickly will an alert arrive?
Timing depends on sensor settings, reporting intervals, connectivity and notification rules. Email, SMS and voice options vary by service and plan. Test a controlled event, check that the nominated person receives it and confirm what happens if a device stops reporting.
Understand software and alerts →What should we prepare for a pilot?
Bring a site plan, the equipment or spaces to monitor, expected conditions, required accuracy and the names of the people who respond. Agree a trial period and a review date. Compare sensor readings with an appropriate reference and document any gaps in coverage or response.
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