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FS TCM500 NDVI Turf Colour Meter

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SI-2975NDVI
£1,399.09 £1,165.91
Measures reflected light from approximately a 3 inch (7.6 cm) diameter section of turfgrass
 
The FieldScout TCM 500 NDVI Turf Color Meter measures reflected light from approximately a three-inch diameter section of turfgrass in the red (660nm) and near infrared (850nm) spectral bands. Using an internal light source allows the meter to negate the effect of sunny versus cloudy conditions.
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Brand Spectrum Technologies
Explanation

Turfgrass quality is visually evaluated by human assessors based on a scale of 1 (dead grass) to 9 (perfect grass) in the current assessment method. This evaluation practice has several disadvantages and therefore, there is the need for a better evaluation technique. Individual biases are inevitable and lead to some level of inconsistency, even among the most highly trained observers. Research from Clemson University, “Predicting Visual Quality Ratings of Turfgrass Research Plots Using Spectral Reflectance”(Muharrem, Keskin, Roy B. Dodd, Young J. Han, Ahmad Khalilian - Paper # 031114, ASAE 2003 Annual Meeting) is the basis for the technology used in this meter.

The FieldScout TCM 500 NDVI Turf Color Meter measures reflected light from approximately a three-inch diameter section of turfgrass in the red (660nm) and near infrared (850nm) spectral bands. Using an internal light source allows the meter to negate the effect of sunny versus cloudy conditions. Data is presented as percent reflectance of red and near infrared, NDVI, and Grass Index (ie. 7.3).

Contents TCM500 meter, FieldScout software, manual, serial cable, T-Handle. The T-Handle allows readings to be taken from an upright position.
Power Battery Only
Outdoor Unit
  • Measures reflected light from approximately a 3 inch (7.6 cm) diameter section of turfgrass
  • Uses an internal light source to negate the effect of sunny versus cloudy conditions
  • Measures reflectance in the red (660 nm) and near infrared (850 nm) spectral bands
  • Measurement diameter of 3 in (7.6 cm)
  • Displays result as NDVI, percent reflectance, or as a user-adjustable grass index from 1 to 9
  • Equipped with internal data logger and RS-232 port
  • Records 3,250 measurements (1,350 with added GPS/DGPS option)
Software Configure and download the meter with FieldScout software (included). This data logging capability allows users to save measurements and to download to a PC (included PC cables connect to a 9-pin serial port; USB-Serial adapter (item 3661USB) required for connection to computers with only USB ports).

Get greater use out of your NDVI meter with powerful SpecMaps online web-mapping application to discover the value of spatially variable sensor measurements. GPS/DGPS cable required. USB adapter advised. Mapping program requires GPS; not included.

Standard delivery (Royal Mail) - £3.95 to £4.99

Available for purchases under £100. Your order should be with you within 4-5 working days.

 

Tracked delivery - £5.95 to £6.50

Our tracked delivery is either Royal Mail tracked, Parcelforce or UPS. Your order should be with you within 1-2 working days.

 

Next Day service - £9.95

Place your order before 2:30pm Monday - Friday and receive your order the next working day (excludes Saturdays, Sundays and Public holidays). Orders placed at the weekend are shipped on the next working day and usually arrive the following day. Goods shipped on a next working day service may be subject to delays by the courier which are outside of our control. Services to outlying areas may differ and take longer and enhanced services may not be available.

 

International delivery

International delivery is available for this product. The cost and delivery time depend on country.

 

Collection

You can collect from our showroom. Please call before visiting to ensure we have your order ready.

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