Compost Temperature Sensor
Quality compost starts by controlling its temperature. Not by estimating it.
- Measurement in the core of the pile, where it really matters.
- Wireless. Real-time data to Plantae Manager.
- Configurable alerts for minimum and maximum temperature.
Technical specifications
Technical specifications of the Plantae® Compost Temperature Sensor
| Parameter | Value | Detail |
|---|---|---|
| Probe length | 60–80 cm (customizable) | Adapts to the size of the pile. Direct installation in the core. |
| Temperature range | Up to 90 °C | Covers the thermophilic phase (45–70 °C) and industrial safety margin. |
| Accuracy | ±1 °C | Sufficient for all composting phases. |
| Hardware | Same as Subsoil Sensor | Different temperature sensor to withstand the range up to 90 °C. |
| Rod | Copper | Unlike the soil sensor (stainless steel), copper is used to withstand process conditions. |
| Transmission | LoRa RF | Up to 500 m to the Hub/Receiver/Station. |
| Power supply | 3 AA batteries | No need for electrical installation. |
| Autonomy | 2 years | With readings every hour. |
| Protection | IP65 | Resistant to composting conditions. |
| Alerts | Configurable | For minimum and maximum temperature. |
How does it work?
Thermal control of composting from the first turning.
01
Installation in the pile
02
Monitoring of the thermophilic phase
03
Turning decisions based on data
Plantae Manager
The composting process, visible from anywhere.
Sensor data are displayed in real time in Plantae Manager. From the dashboard you can:
- View the temperature curve of the pile core over time.
- Identify the phases of the process: mesophilic, thermophilic and cooling.
- Configure alerts when the temperature drops below the thermophilic phase or exceeds the safety threshold.
- Document the process with objective data for traceability and certification.
- Access from PC, tablet or smartphone.
Control your compost with data, not assumptions.
Tell us the volume and type of material you compost. We’ll help you define the most suitable configuration.
Use cases
For any composting process that requires thermal control.
Composting on a farm
On farms that manage their own organic waste — pruning residues, crop by-products, manure — controlling compost temperature makes it possible to ensure sanitization of the material and obtain a final product that is stable and of high quality for field application.
Composting plants
In larger-scale facilities, continuous monitoring of multiple piles allows the process to be managed efficiently, to document the conditions of each batch for traceability and regulatory compliance, and to detect anomalies before they affect product quality.
Composting projects with certification
Certain organic farming or compost quality certificates require documentation that the material has reached and maintained sanitization temperature for the minimum established time. The historical data in Plantae Manager provide this documentation automatically.
Why temperature matters in composting
Temperature is not just another indicator. It is the main indicator.
During the aerobic decomposition process, microbial activity generates heat. That heat is the sign that the process is working: microorganisms are actively breaking down the organic matter.
The thermophilic phase: between 45 and 70 °C
This is the most critical phase of composting. At these temperatures, the material is sanitized: pathogens, weed seeds and undesirable organisms are eliminated. If the temperature does not reach this range, or is not maintained long enough, the final compost may not be properly sanitized.
The risk of overheating
Above 70 °C, microbial activity begins to slow down and nitrogen losses occur through volatilization. Detecting that point and turning the material in time prevents these losses and improves the final quality of the compost.
Turning at the right time
Turning serves to re-oxygenate the material and restart microbial activity. The optimal time is when the temperature starts to fall due to oxygen depletion, not when it has already dropped completely. With real-time data, that moment can be detected precisely.
Other Plantae® sensors and solutions
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Humidity Sensor
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Conductivity Sensor
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Soil and water analysis
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FAQs
Frequently asked questions about the compost temperature sensor.