AKCP SNMP Temperature Sensor

Temperature monitoring is one of the most important safety measures for protecting modern IT infrastructures. Even minor temperature fluctuations in server rooms or data centers can lead to system failures and cause expensive damage to sensitive IT hardware. The AKCP SNMP Temperature Sensor provides a professional solution that is precise, network-enabled, and optimized for continuous operation. This sensor is fully compatible with AKCP base units from the sensorProbe+ and securityProbe series and integrates seamlessly into professional monitoring infrastructures.

Whether as a single installation in a server rack or in large-scale data centers with hundreds of measurement points, AKCP temperature sensors enable comprehensive temperature control that transmits real-time data via SNMP (Simple Network Management Protocol) to central monitoring systems. This provides administrators with constant visibility and allows timely intervention when needed.

Advanced Sensor Technology

The AKCP SNMP temperature sensor is a semiconductor-based, microprocessor-controlled sensor designed for maximum precision. With a resolution of 0.5°C, even the smallest fluctuations in temperature patterns can be reliably detected. Thanks to its dedicated SNMP OID, the sensor integrates easily into common network monitoring solutions such as Nagios, PRTG, OpenNMS, or SolarWinds.

In addition to the standard version, variants for extreme applications are available, including the Thermocouple Sensor and Ultra Cold Temperature Sensor, which are designed for cold storage, industrial processes, or laboratories. AKCP's portfolio thus covers not only traditional data centers but also specialized applications.

Easy Installation and Flexible Cable Length

A key advantage of the AKCP temperature sensor is its straightforward integration. With AutoSense detection, the sensor is automatically recognized and configured when connected to the base station. After connection, it is sufficient to define alarm and warning thresholds in the web interface of the base devices to be immediately operational.

For installation, the sensor is delivered complete with cable and mounting clips. The stainless steel housing reliably protects the sensing element against mechanical influences and moisture, supporting long service life. The temperature sensor comes standard with a 1-foot cable, but extensions up to 50 meters can be used. Upon request, AKCP also offers custom cable lengths—an important factor for large data centers or complex installation sites.

Calibration and Fault Tolerance

For particularly high safety requirements, AKCP offers NIST-calibrated sensor variants. These sensors are certified and feature self-diagnostic mechanisms. Two variants are available:

• NIST2 Sensor: Contains two calibrated temperature sensors that are continuously compared with each other. Deviations automatically trigger an alarm.
• NIST3 Sensor: Works with three calibrated temperature sensors that are compared in pairs. If one sensor fails, the system automatically switches to a redundant sensor. This variant is designed for highly critical applications such as medical laboratories or data centers in the financial sector.

NIST3 temperature sensors are compatible with sensorProbe+ base stations, while NIST2 models can also operate with the securityProbe series.

Data Integration and Expansion

Temperature data is transmitted via SNMP in real time to central monitoring systems. Each measurement can be identified via OID and evaluated individually. AKCP base modules feature integrated visualization and graphing functions, allowing temperature trends to be documented long-term. By combining multiple sensors in one base station, complete racks, rooms, or factory areas can be fully monitored.

Reliability and Security

The high precision, optional redundancy (NIST2/NIST3), and robust design make the AKCP SNMP temperature sensor an extremely reliable monitoring component. It is suitable for various applications, including:

• Server rooms and data centers
• Industrial production and automation
• Cold storage and warehouses
• Building technology and facility management

Typical Application Scenarios

• Server rack monitoring: Precise measurement of temperatures at critical rack hotspots.
• Data center climate: Monitoring airflow and HVAC performance in larger environments.
• Industrial manufacturing: Temperature measurement in production environments to ensure product safety.
• Cold chain management: Monitoring food or pharmaceutical storage to maintain compliance standards.

Advantages of the AKCP SNMP Temperature Sensor

• Precise temperature measurement with 0.5°C resolution
• Compatible with all sensorProbe+ and securityProbe devices
• AutoSense detection for quick commissioning
• Up to 50-meter cable length or custom lengths available
• Robust stainless steel housing for long service life
• NIST2 and NIST3 variants for certified applications
• SNMP OID for seamless NMS integration
• Ideal for server rooms, data centers, industrial, and cold storage applications
• Reliability through redundancy with NIST3
• Seamless integration into trend analysis and alarm management

The AKCP SNMP temperature sensor is an essential tool for protecting valuable IT hardware and sensitive infrastructure. It combines reliability, network capability, and high-precision measurement into a solution that can be deployed in both smaller IT environments and large-scale data centers. With certified variants (NIST2/NIST3), high scalability, and robust construction, it provides long-term security for any infrastructure.