MacSync LSS X5 LoRaWAN® 7-in-1 Soil Sensor Datasheet
Product Overview
MacSync LSS X5 is an industrial-grade multi-parameter LoRaWAN® soil sensor designed for precision agriculture, smart irrigation, greenhouse automation, plantation monitoring, and remote soil intelligence applications. The sensor continuously measures soil moisture, soil temperature, electrical conductivity (EC), pH, salinity, and NPK trend estimation from a single rugged stainless-steel probe.
Built for long-range wireless deployments, the MacSync LSS X5 LoRaWAN Soil Sensor enables real-time soil health monitoring across large agricultural farms, vineyards, orchards, polyhouses, research fields, and smart farming environments. Its ultra-low-power architecture combined with LoRaWAN® connectivity allows seamless deployment in remote areas without relying on Wi-Fi or cellular infrastructure.
The sensor is engineered using industrial-grade corrosion-resistant stainless-steel sensing electrodes, reinforced field-ready housing, and an IP67-rated enclosure to ensure accurate performance in clay, sandy, saline, wet, and high-moisture soil conditions. The rugged design makes the device suitable for long-term outdoor agricultural deployments and environmental soil monitoring systems.
Powered by Macnman’s secure LoRaWAN® stack, onboard data logging, AES-encrypted communication, and OTA configuration through the Maya App, MacSync LSS X5 helps growers and agronomists optimize irrigation cycles, improve fertilizer efficiency, reduce water consumption, increase crop productivity, and maintain long-term soil health.
The MacSync LSS X5 multi-parameter LoRaWAN soil sensor is ideal for smart agriculture IoT deployments requiring reliable soil analytics, wireless soil monitoring, and industrial-grade remote sensing infrastructure.
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Key Features
Multi-Parameter LoRaWAN® Soil Sensor Continuously monitors soil moisture, soil temperature, EC, pH, salinity, and NPK trend estimation from a single industrial-grade soil probe.
Precision Agriculture & Smart Irrigation Ready Enables real-time soil analytics for automated irrigation systems, fertigation optimization, crop health monitoring, and water conservation.
Long-Range LoRaWAN® Connectivity Reliable long-distance wireless communication for farms, greenhouses, orchards, vineyards, plantations, and remote agricultural deployments.
Industrial Stainless-Steel Soil Probe Corrosion-resistant sensing electrodes ensure accurate readings in saline, wet, clay, sandy, and high-moisture soil conditions.
Ultra-Low-Power Soil Monitoring Device Optimized low-power architecture delivers multi-year battery performance for remote agricultural IoT deployments.
IP67 Rugged Outdoor Enclosure Built for continuous outdoor operation in harsh environmental conditions including rain, mud, irrigation zones, and agricultural fields.
Remote OTA Configuration via Maya App Configure sampling intervals, uplink timing, thresholds, and device parameters remotely without physical access to the sensor.
Secure AES-Encrypted LoRaWAN® Communication Enterprise-grade encrypted wireless communication ensures reliable and tamper-resistant soil analytics data transmission.
Compatible with Major LoRaWAN® Platforms Supports ChirpStack, The Things Network, MQTT servers, LORIOT, private LoRaWAN networks, and industrial on-prem deployments.
Suited Applications
Precision Agriculture & Smart Irrigation Real‑time soil moisture, EC, and VWC analytics for automated irrigation and water‑usage reduction.
Crop Nutrition & Fertigation Optimization NPK trend and salinity tracking to prevent over‑fertilization and improve crop nutrient uptake.
Greenhouses & Polyhouses Closed‑environment soil monitoring for high‑value crops including flowers, vegetables, and herbs.
Plantations & Orchards Long‑range soil‑health monitoring in tea, coffee, mango, coconut, rubber, and fruit plantations.
Vineyards & Wine Cultivation Soil moisture and EC monitoring for grape quality, disease prevention, and harvest optimization.
Forestry & Environmental Research Long‑term soil‑parameter tracking for ecosystem studies, carbon‑sink research, and forest‑health monitoring.
Soil Restoration & Land Reclamation Continuous soil‑quality assessment for degraded land, saline soil rehabilitation, and mining‑site restoration.
Smart City Parks & Landscape Irrigation Automated moisture‑driven watering systems for parks, campuses, golf courses, and urban landscapes.
Technical Specifications
MacSync LSS X5 Variants
| SKU | Variant Name | Power Source | Communication | Ideal For |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 8820 | MacSync-L-S7X1-SS-X1 | 20 W Solar + 8000 mAh Rechargeable Battery | LoRaWAN® | Continuous precision agriculture, smart irrigation, greenhouse automation, crop health analytics, and long-term remote soil monitoring |
| 8821 | MacSync-L-S7X1-BS-X1 | Battery (19 Ah) | LoRaWAN® | Remote multi-parameter soil monitoring for farms, plantations, orchards, vineyards, and precision agriculture deployments |
| 8822 | MacSync-M-S7X1-SS-X1 | 20 W Solar + 8000 mAh Rechargeable Battery | MacTalk | MacTalk-based continuous 7-in-1 soil monitoring for commercial agriculture and agricultural automation |
| 8823 | MacSync-M-SS7-BS-X1 | Battery (19 Ah) | MacTalk | Battery-operated MacTalk deployments for remote multi-parameter soil health monitoring |
| 8824 | MacSync-B-SS7-BS-X1 | Battery (19 Ah) | BLE | Local 7-in-1 soil monitoring, commissioning, calibration, and diagnostics using BLE connectivity |
What's in the Box?
Make sure the box contains the following items before installation.
- MacSync LSS X5 Soil Sensor
- Mounting Clip
- User Manual
- Warranty Card
- IP68 Cable Extender *
- Mounting Screws
- Power Adapter *
Accessories marked with (*) must be purchased separately and may not be included in the box.
MacSync LSS X5 Dimensions
The MacSync LSS X5 features a rugged industrial-grade enclosure designed for long-term outdoor agricultural deployments. Its compact structure enables easy installation across farms, vineyards, orchards, greenhouses, research fields, plantations, and smart irrigation infrastructure.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the MacSync LSS X5 used for?
MacSync LSS X5 is a LoRaWAN 7-in-1 soil sensor measuring moisture, temperature, EC, pH, salinity and NPK trends for smart agriculture. Typical applications include Precision Agriculture & Smart Irrigation, Crop Nutrition & Fertigation Optimization, Greenhouses & Polyhouses, Plantations & Orchards, Vineyards & Wine Cultivation and Forestry & Environmental Research.
What does the MacSync LSS X5 measure, and how accurately?
Measurement specifications of the MacSync LSS X5:
- Temperature: range -45°C to +115°C, accuracy ±0.5°C, resolution 0.1°C.
- Moisture: range 0% – 100% VWC, accuracy ±5%, resolution 0.1% RH.
- pH: range 3 – 9 pH, accuracy ±0.3 pH, resolution 0.1 pH.
- NPK: range 0 – 1999 mg/kg, accuracy ±2% F.S, resolution 1 mg/kg.
- EC: range 0 – 10000 µS/cm, accuracy ±3% F.S, resolution 10 µS/cm.
Which LoRaWAN frequency bands and network servers does the MacSync LSS X5 support?
The MacSync LSS X5 supports LoRaWAN® (v1.0.4) and the Macnman MacTalk Protocol on the IN865 / RU864 / EU868 / US915 / AU915 / KR920 / AS923 frequency bands. It joins the network by OTAA activation. It runs as Class A by default and can be set to Class C in the Maya app. Supported network servers: Private LNS, ChirpStack, TTN, MQTT, Orbiwise, Netmore, and on-premise industrial IoT deployments.
How long does the MacSync LSS X5 battery last?
The battery-operated MacSync LSS X5 runs on a 19 Ah industrial-grade Li-SOCl₂ cell. Estimated battery life is ~2 years at a 5-minute reporting interval, ~4 years at a 15-minute reporting interval and ~7+ years at a 60-minute reporting interval. A solar option adds a 20 W High-Efficiency Solar Panel with an Integrated 8000 mAh Solar Rechargeable Battery.
What is the IP rating and operating temperature of the MacSync LSS X5?
The MacSync LSS X5 has an ingress protection rating of IP65 standard (IP67 optional variant) and an operating temperature range of -40°C to +80°C. Operating humidity: 0% ~ 100% RH (non-condensing). Mounting options: Pole Mount / Wall Mount.
How is the MacSync LSS X5 configured?
The MacSync LSS X5 is configured with the Macnman Maya Android app over Bluetooth Low Energy (BLE). Settings can also be changed remotely with over-the-air downlink commands.
What is included in the box with the MacSync LSS X5?
The box contains: MacSync LSS X5 Soil Sensor, Mounting Clip, User Manual, Warranty Card and Mounting Screws. IP68 Cable Extender and Power Adapter are optional and may need to be purchased separately.
Related Products and Resources
- User manual: Soil sensor user manual
- Setup guide: Common LoRaWAN sensor settings in the Maya app
- Compatible LoRaWAN gateways: MacLink Gen-2 industrial outdoor LoRaWAN gateway and Setu LX Series indoor LoRaWAN gateway
- Related datasheets: MacSync LSS X1 LoRaWAN soil NPK sensor, MacSync LSS X2 LoRaWAN soil moisture and temperature sensor, MacSync LSS X3 LoRaWAN soil EC sensor, MacSync LSS X4 LoRaWAN soil pH sensor
- Help: Warranty terms and conditions and contact Macnman support