Kestrel DROP D2HS – Safety Orange

The Kestrel Drop targets many markets including Transportation, Agriculture, Firefighting, Facilities Management, Medical, Pharmaceutical, Grain Silo temperature monitoring, Consumer and others.

With made in the USA quality standards and durability from NK, manufactures of Kestrel Meters, the applications are endless. From measuring environmental data during cargo transport to conditions in the field for military training to feeling secure about the climate conditions in any room, shipped box, cargo, trailer, freight container, to as simple as a room in your home or office building, you are able to measure all of these conditions even when you’re physically not there.

Measures

• Temperature
• Relative Humidity
• Dew Point Temp.
• Heat Stress Index

Features

• Drop-Tested to MIL-STD-810G
• Floats
• LiNK Wireless Communication to Mobile Devices (Bluetooth low energy)*
• Relative Humidity Sensor
• Temperature Sensor (Patented External Isolated)
• Waterproof to IP67 (3’/1M for 30 minutes)

Functionality

• View, chart, record and monitor your environmental conditions
• Real time, Wireless, Graphing functionality
• Access real time or chart the data via Bluetooth Low Energy (BLE) on a smart device
• Log options: 2s, 5s, 10s, 20s, 30s, 1min, 2min, 5min, 10min, 20min, 30min, 1hr, 2hr, 6hr, 12hr
• Range of 100′ for iPhone connection
• Bury it!
• Download the Kestrel Connect App directly from the iOS App store or Google Play.
• Share real-time/logged data with Kestrel Connect app via email, text, and social media.
• Battery life of 6 months – 1 year depending on user settings and logging
• Rugged Accurate Waterproof
• Humidity does NOT need to be calibrated over time

Durability

Built to Kestrel’s brand specific rugged durability standard, the Kestrel DROPs are waterproof (IP67 standard) and drop-tested to MIL-STD-810G. Users are also able to set threshold alarms where an in-app pop-up will notify a user in range that certain measurement criteria have been met.

iOS and Android Requirements

iOS: iOS 6 installed iPhone 4s, iPad 3rd generation or iPod Touch 5th generation – or any later iOS or hardware configuration. Will not work on iPhone 4, 3GS on 3G or any earlier iPad or iPod generation.

Android: Android 4.2 and higher. Works with most Android devices with Bluetooth Smart®, including Samsung Galaxy, Nexus 4, Motorola Droid, and other recent generation phones and tablets.

Getting Data Logs off iOS Device: There are two ways to Export data off your smartphone / tablet device

• Directly from the Stats Page or
• Manage Logging from the Manage page

Exported in Comma Separated file, or .CSV file and import into an Excel type program.

Then Export to a valid email address or use AirDrop.

Data Points

DROP D2:  Data Points: 8165

• Logging every 2 seconds – Fills up after 4.5 hours
• Logging every 10 minutes – Fills up after 56.7 days
• Logging every 2 hours – Fills up after 340 days.

Battery Life: The battery life will vary based on usage.

• For baseline conditions and settings*, the battery will last approximately 6 months. *Temp = 75°F, Logging Rate = 10 Minutes, Update Rate = 30 seconds.
• Battery life will be reduced by:
  • Colder conditions
  • More frequent logging or update rates
• Downloads of large data logs (or firmware updates) are best completed with a fresh battery and in temperatures above 10°C / 50°F.

Applications:

How to manage Heat Stress by monitoring your Hydration Levels

Managing heat stress is crucial during hot weather. Healthdirect Australia, our national virtual public health information service, offers valuable guidance on how to monitor your hydration levels.

Their urine colour chart provides essential information to help individuals stay hydrated and cope with high temperatures effectively. By following the recommendations on the chart, people can better understand their hydration needs, identify signs of heat stress, and take necessary precautions.

With Healthdirect’s support, staying informed and vigilant becomes easier, ensuring that everyone can enjoy a safer and healthier experience during heatwaves and hot climates