AKCP Temperature and Humidity Sensor

Climate control is one of the most critical safety tasks in data centers, server rooms, and industrial facilities. Excessive temperatures can cause server failures and data loss, while high humidity leads to condensation and corrosion. AKCP offers a range of high‑precision, SNMP‑enabled temperature and temperature‑humidity sensors which, when paired with sensorProbe+ and securityProbe base units, deliver comprehensive network‑integrated environmental monitoring.

These sensors are designed for remote monitoring and can be seamlessly integrated into central monitoring systems such as Nagios, PRTG, SolarWinds, Check_MK, and many others. Temperature and humidity data can be tracked in real time, thresholds set, and trends documented over time.

Dual Temperature and Humidity Sensor

One of the most popular models is the AKCP Dual Sensor. This all‑in‑one unit combines two critical parameters—temperature and humidity—saving sensor ports and providing a complete view of ambient conditions. It is ideal for climate control strategies in data centers, storage areas, or archives.

AutoSense functionality enables immediate deployment. Upon connection, the monitoring hardware automatically detects the sensor, requiring only alarm thresholds to be configured. Calibration is performed in accordance with international standards (ISO/IEC 17025, NIST) to ensure maximum precision and compliance.

Technical Specifications

• Temperature range: ‑55 °C to +75 °C
• Accuracy: ±0.5 °C
• Resolution: 0.1 °C
• Humidity range: 0 % to 100 % RH
• Humidity resolution: 1 % RH
• Humidity accuracy: ±2 % to ±5 % RH at 25 °C
• Interface: RJ‑45, CAT5e/6 cabling
• Cable length: standard 1 ft, extendable to 100 ft (~30 m) or up to 330 ft (~100 m) with high‑quality cables
• Mounting: stainless tube, DIN rail, or screw mounting

Calibration and Redundancy Functions

AKCP sensors are available in NIST2 and NIST3 configurations:

• NIST2: Two calibrated temperature sensors continuously compared; deviations trigger alarms—ideal for server rooms and industrial monitoring.
• NIST3: Three calibrated sensors compared in pairs; automatic failover in case of sensor failure ensures uninterrupted readings. This is vital for high‑critical applications such as pharmaceutical, banking, or laboratory environments.

Calibration to ISO/IEC 17025 and NIST ensures the highest measurement accuracy and provides audit‑proof compliance documentation.

Application Areas

• Data centers & server rooms: climate monitoring and hotspot detection
• Cold & frozen storage: precise monitoring of temperature‑critical inventory
• Pharmaceutical & food industry: compliance‑verified storage condition monitoring
• Archives, museums, laboratories: protection of sensitive materials and exhibits
• Industrial facilities: climate‑dependent process control
• Remote monitoring: supervision of distant sites over IP networks

Integration and Visualization

Sensors are addressed in network management platforms via individual SNMP OIDs, enabling integration into higher‑level monitoring solutions. Using RRDTool, AKCP base devices provide graphical analysis of temperature and humidity trends as well as automated compliance reporting.

Through the AKCPro Server, additional visualization tools such as thermal rack maps and room overviews can be implemented. These allow instant identification of hotspots, airflow issues, or humidity‑related risks.

Alarm Management

When readings exceed defined thresholds, the system alerts administrators in real time via multiple channels:

• Email
• SMS or phone call (via GSM/4G modem)
• SNMP traps to central NMS platforms
• Visual or audible alarms on the base unit

Built‑in false‑alarm filtering reduces nuisance alerts through configurable time profiles or alert limits per hour.

Advantages of AKCP Temperature and Temperature‑Humidity Sensors

• High‑accuracy temperature and humidity measurement
• NIST2/NIST3 models for certified and redundant measurement
• AutoSense plug‑and‑play installation
• Flexible cabling options up to 100 m (330 ft)
• SNMP OIDs for network integration
• Calibration to ISO/IEC 17025 and NIST standards
• Rugged stainless steel construction
• Integrated alarm management and false‑alarm filtering
• Integration with AKCPro Server for rack maps and environmental visualization
• Suitable for IT, industrial, storage, pharmaceutical, and museum applications

AKCP temperature and temperature‑humidity sensors are among the most reliable and precise solutions for climate monitoring in mission‑critical environments. Whether in a data center, cold storage, or pharmaceutical facility, their SNMP integration, high accuracy, and AutoSense deployment make them indispensable for modern infrastructure security.

For operators prioritizing uptime, compliance, and energy efficiency, AKCP’s dual and NIST‑calibrated sensors provide not only precise environmental readings but also robust alarm management and fault tolerance—crucial for protecting sensitive IT and industrial systems.