SRS2000T Soil Respiration System

The SRS2000T is a versatile, portable soil respiration system designed to accurately and reliably measure soil CO2 and H2O gas exchange under controlled or ambient environmental conditions.

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  • SRS2000T Soil Respiration Measurement System
  • SRS2000T Soil Respiration Measurement System
  • SRS2000T Soil Respiration Measurement System
  • SRS2000T Soil Respiration Measurement System
  • SRS2000T in kale field
  • SRS2000T soil chamber and handle
  • SRS2000T soil chamber and temperature probe
  • Soil collar
  • Adding seal plate to soil collar
  • Soil collar with seal
  • SRS2000T graph screen

    • Compact, rugged, and field-ready, this advanced device automatically calculates soil respiration parameters and enables precise control of the soil chamber climate. With an intuitive touch-screen interface, integrated GPS, and robust data storage, the SRS2000T is an indispensable tool for soil scientists and ecological researchers.

    Key features

    • Portable and Rugged Design: This lightweight (4.1 kg) device is designed for use in field conditions and can continuously operate for up to 16 hours on a single battery charge. It is easy to carry and take measurements at multiple sites where soil collars are inserted.
    Soil collars in field
    • Infrared Gas Analysis: Accurate CO2 (0-3000 ppm, 1 ppm resolution) and H2O (0-75 mbar, 0.1 mbar resolution) measurement using advanced laser-trimmed sensors.
    • Chamber Climate Control: Precisely regulates CO2 concentration (up to 2000 ppm) and humidity (above/below ambient).
    • Real-Time Data Visualization: Set the graph’s update frequency to every 2 to 30 seconds. The touchscreen is a colour WQVGA with 360° visibility for instant data review and graphical representation. 
    • Integrated GPS: Records latitude, longitude, and altitude with every measurement, facilitating spatial analysis.
    • Extensive Data Storage: Removable SD cards (up to 32GB) for storing thousands of measurements, easily transferable to a PC via USB.
    • Rapid Measurement Protocols: Quick setup and stabilisation, allowing efficient measurements in the field. 

    Soil chamber & accessories

    The SRS2000T includes a two-part soil chamber. The soil collar is inserted into the soil. The chamber head, which comes in either transparent or opaque options, is inserted onto the collar, forming a seal before taking measurements. Multiple soil collars can be inserted across a field. Additional accessories include:

    • Soil Temperature Probe: Measures soil temperature in real‑time.
    • PAR Sensor: Monitors photosynthetically active radiation (PAR) at the chamber surface.

    Applications

    • Soil Carbon Flux Studies: Measure soil respiration to understand carbon cycling.
    • Climate Change Research: Assess CO2 emissions from soil in different environmental conditions.
    • Agronomy and Soil Health: Evaluate soil microbial activity and gas exchange in agricultural fields.
    • Ecosystem Monitoring: Track soil respiration rates across land-use and ecosystems

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    • CO2 Analysis:
      • Range: 0–3000 ppm
      • Resolution: 1 ppm
      • Technology: Infrared Gas Analyser (IRGA), differential open system, auto-zero, automatic atmospheric pressure and temperature compensation
    • H2O Analysis:
      • Range: 0–75 mbar
      • Resolution: 0.1 mbar
      • Sensors: Dual laser-trimmed, fast-response sensors
    • PAR Sensor:
      • Range: 0–3000 µmol m-2 s-1
      • Sensor Type: Silicon photocell
    • Temperature readings:
      • Range: -5 °C to 50 °C
      • Accuracy: ±0.2 °C
      • Sensor Type: Precision thermistor (chamber), optional soil temperature sensor
    • Environmental Control:
      • CO2 Control: Integral CO2 cartridge and Soda lime columns (up to 2000 ppm above ambient)
      • H2O Control: Above and below ambient levels, via on-board chemical conditioning columns
      • Temperature Control: : ±10 °C above and below ambient (dependent on ambient conditions)
    • Flow Rate to Soil Chamber:
      • Adjustable: Default 200 µmol s-1 (range 68–340 µmol s-1)
      • Connections: 3mm barbed fittings
    • Warm-up Time:
      • Approximately 5 minutes (at 20 °C)
    • Data Storage and Transfer:
      • Storage Medium: SD card (up to 32GB)
      • Data Format: CSV format (Excel-compatible)
      • Connection: USB (mini-B), RS232 (9-pin D type, selectable baud rate up to 230400)
    • Battery:
      • Type: 12 V Rechargeable and removable
      • Battery Life: Up to 16 hours continuous use
      • Charger: Universal input voltage, 13.8 V output
    • Environmental Operating Conditions:
      • Temperature range: 5 °C to 45 °C
    • Console Dimensions and Weight:
      • Dimensions (W × D × H): 125 x 140 x 240 mm
      • Weight: Lightweight portable construction
    • Soil Chamber Construction:
      • Material: Acrylic upper chamber with stainless steel collar
      • Chamber Volume: Collar (75 mm height), Upper Chamber (70 mm height)
      • Chamber Diameter: 100 mm
      • Weight: Collar (325 g), Upper chamber (320 g)
    • Real-Time Graphing:
      • Live graphic display of selected parameters
      • Instantaneous visualization and graphical data review
    • Dimensions and Weight:
      • Console Dimensions: 230 x 110 x 170 mm
      • Console Weight: 4.1 kg

    Technical documents

    SRS2000T Quick Start Guide
    SRS2000T vs SRS1000T Specifications Summary

    Product brochure

    SRS2000T Brochure

    References

    SRST Series Publications List
    Google Scholar Search

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