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MacSync-LNCT-Xx Industrial LoRaWAN® Non-Contact Infrared Temperature Sensor

Product Overview

MacSync-LNCT-Xx is an ultra-rugged industrial-grade LoRaWAN® non-contact infrared temperature sensor engineered for accurate and continuous surface temperature monitoring in extreme, high-temperature, moving, hazardous, and hard-to-reach industrial environments. By measuring infrared thermal radiation instead of physical contact, the device enables safe, maintenance-free, and highly reliable temperature sensing of hot surfaces, rotating machinery, electrically live assets, molten materials, conveyors, furnaces, and inaccessible process equipment without probe wear, mechanical damage, or process interruption.

Built specifically for demanding industrial operations, the MacSync-LNCT-Xx delivers fast response times, stable readings, and repeatable performance across steel plants, foundries, rolling mills, kilns, cement plants, transformers, boilers, reactors, dryers, turbines, and power infrastructure. The integrated laser targeting mechanism ensures precise spot alignment and accurate thermal capture even for small, fast-moving, or distant targets operating in dynamic industrial conditions.

The device combines LoRaWAN® Class A/C long-range wireless connectivity, AES-128 encrypted communication, and an ultra-low-power architecture optimized for multi-year battery-powered deployments. Integrated BLE configuration via the Macnman Maya App enables quick commissioning, emissivity adjustment, threshold configuration, diagnostics, OTA parameter updates, and remote operational tuning without opening the enclosure or interrupting field operations.

Housed inside a rugged IP65/IP67-rated industrial enclosure, the MacSync-LNCT-Xx is designed to operate reliably in dusty, high-vibration, high-EMI, humid, and outdoor industrial environments. Flexible power options including battery-operated and external DC-powered variants, combined with industrial mounting support, make the device suitable for fixed installations, remote industrial assets, predictive maintenance systems, Industry 4.0 deployments, and large-scale wireless thermal monitoring networks.

Ideal for predictive maintenance, thermal safety monitoring, process optimization, and Industry 4.0 automation, MacSync-LNCT-Xx transforms non-contact temperature measurement into a smart, wireless, and scalable IoT sensing solution, delivering real-time thermal intelligence across industrial and smart infrastructure deployments.

The MacSync-LNCT-Xx LoRaWAN® infrared temperature sensor is purpose-built for organizations deploying industrial IoT temperature monitoring systems, enabling continuous thermal visibility across critical assets without expensive wiring infrastructure. Whether used for predictive maintenance, smart factory automation, industrial safety monitoring, process efficiency optimization, or remote thermal analytics, the device delivers highly accurate non-contact temperature sensing with enterprise-grade wireless scalability. Its rugged industrial design, ultra-long-range wireless communication, and support for high-temperature monitoring applications make it an ideal solution for modern Industry 4.0 deployments requiring reliable real-time thermal intelligence.

 MacSync-LNCT-Xx LoRaWAN RTD temperature sensor front view for industrial monitoring MacSync-LNCT-Xx RTD probe connectivity and enclosure side view for harsh industrial environments
 MacSync-LNCT-Xx back view showing industrial connectors and wall-mount support MacSync-LNCT-Xx installed in pipeline temperature monitoring application using LoRaWAN

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Key Features

Industrial LoRaWAN® Non-Contact Temperature Sensor Advanced infrared temperature sensing with long-range LoRaWAN® connectivity for real-time wireless thermal monitoring across industrial plants, smart factories, and remote assets.

Non-Contact Infrared Surface Temperature Measurement Measures surface temperature without physical contact, making it ideal for hot surfaces, moving machinery, rotating equipment, molten materials, and inaccessible industrial assets.

High-Temperature Monitoring up to 1500 °C Designed for extreme-temperature industrial applications including furnaces, kilns, foundries, rolling mills, boilers, reactors, turbines, and metallurgical processes.

Wireless Temperature Monitoring Using LoRaWAN® Enables ultra-long-range industrial temperature monitoring without RS485 wiring, reducing installation complexity and deployment costs across large industrial facilities.

Laser-Assisted Precision Thermal Targeting Integrated laser alignment mechanism ensures accurate infrared temperature sensing for small, fast-moving, distant, and continuously operating industrial targets.

Predictive Maintenance & Thermal Fault Detection Detects overheating, abnormal thermal behavior, friction hotspots, insulation failures, and bearing degradation before critical equipment failure occurs.

Industrial IoT Temperature Sensor for Smart Factories Supports Industry 4.0 deployments by delivering real-time thermal analytics, cloud connectivity, equipment health monitoring, and process optimization data.

Ultra-Low Power Architecture with 10+ Year Battery Life Optimized for battery-powered industrial IoT deployments using a 19Ah industrial lithium battery for long-term wireless monitoring applications.

Industrial IP65 / IP67 Rugged Enclosure Engineered for harsh industrial environments including dusty areas, outdoor installations, high vibration zones, humid facilities, and EMI-heavy infrastructures.

BLE Configuration Using Macnman Maya App Configure emissivity, uplink intervals, thresholds, diagnostics, OTA updates, and operational parameters locally using secure BLE connectivity.

Secure AES-128 Encrypted LoRaWAN® Communication Supports secure industrial IoT communication using OTAA onboarding with pre-configured DevEUI, AppEUI, and AppKey credentials.

Compatible with All Major LoRaWAN® Gateways & LNS Fully interoperable with ChirpStack, The Things Stack, Orbiwise, LORIOT, MQTT platforms, and private industrial LoRaWAN® network deployments.


Applications

High-Temperature Industrial Process Monitoring Non-contact infrared temperature measurement for furnaces, kilns, ovens, reactors, and thermal processing equipment where direct sensors cannot survive.

Steel, Foundry & Metallurgical Operations Continuous surface temperature monitoring of molten metal, billets, slabs, and rolling mills to improve safety, quality control, and process efficiency.

Power & Energy Infrastructure Remote thermal monitoring of transformers, switchgear, busbars, turbines, boilers, and substations to prevent overheating and unplanned outages.

Conveyor Belts & Moving Equipment Accurate temperature sensing of fast-moving or rotating assets such as conveyor belts, rollers, motors, and shafts without physical contact.

Hazardous & Electrically Live Areas Ideal for explosive, high-voltage, or unsafe zones where wired probes and manual inspection pose serious safety risks.

Predictive Maintenance & Condition Monitoring Early detection of abnormal heat signatures to identify bearing failure, insulation breakdown, friction losses, and equipment degradation.

Mining, Cement & Heavy Industries Reliable non-contact temperature monitoring in dusty, high-vibration environments such as mines, crushers, clinker coolers, and cement kilns.

Remote & Outdoor Industrial Assets Long-range LoRaWAN® connectivity enables temperature monitoring of isolated assets where power and wired networks are unavailable.

Industry 4.0 & Smart Factory Deployments Enables data-driven automation, thermal analytics, and digital transformation by integrating surface temperature data into IoT platforms.


Technical Specifications

Temperature Measurement
Sensor Type
Infrared (Non‑Contact) Temperature Sensor
Measurement Range
0 °C to 600 °C (Standard) • 0 °C to 1500 °C (High‑Temperature Variant)
Accuracy
±1 % of reading or ±1 °C (whichever is greater)
Resolution
0.1 °C
Repeatability
±0.5 % of reading
Optical Resolution (D:S)
15:1 (Standard) • 30:1 (Optional)
Spectral Response
8 – 14 µm
Response Time
< 250 ms (95 %)
Emissivity Adjustment
0.10 – 1.00 (Configurable)
Power Supply
12 – 24 V DC
Power Consumption
< 50 mA (Typical)
Wireless Transmission
Wireless Protocols
LoRaWAN® (v1.0.4), Macnman MacTalk Protocol
Antenna
Internal high-efficiency antenna
Supported Bands
IN865 / RU864 / EU868 / US915 / AU915
Tx Power
23 dBm @ 865 MHz
Sensitivity
-137 dBm @ 300 bps
Activation
OTAA
LoRaWAN® Class
Class A (Default), Configurable to Class C via Maya
Supports Major LNS
Private LNS, ChirpStack, TTN, MQTT, Orbiwise, Netmore, Direct PLC On-Prem Installations

Device Management
Configuration Method
Via Macnman Maya Android App
Local Configuration
BLE-Based Local Configuration
Remote Configuration
Over-the-Air Configuration (Downlink Commands)
Status LED
X1 Internal Multi-Color LED

Server Data Reporting Modes
Data Reporting Mode
Periodic / Event-based / Hybrid
Transmission Interval
Independent uplink interval for optimized power consumption
Threshold-Based Alerts
Configurable temperature threshold for event-triggered transmission
Sampling Interval
Configurable data acquisition interval (e.g., 1 min to 24 hours)

Battery Performance (BO Series)
Battery Type
Li-SOCl₂ Cell (19Ah) Industrial grade
Power Consumption
~100 µA in sleep mode / ~50 mA during transmission
5-Minute Reporting Interval
~2 Years (Estimated)
15-Minute Reporting Interval
~4 Years (Estimated)
60-Minute Reporting Interval
~7+ Years (Estimated)

Power Performance (PO Series)
Input Voltage Range (Optional Variant)
9-36 V DC (External Supply)
Power Consumption
~100 µA in sleep mode / ~50 mA during transmission

Communication Options
BLE Connectivity
For local configuration and diagnostics via Maya App
Cloud Protocols
MQTT / HTTPS / TCP IP (Gateway Dependent)

Security & Encryption
Data Encryption
AES-128 LoRaWAN® encryption
Authentication
OTAA Device Activation
Firmware Protection
Secure boot and signed OTA updates

LED Status
LED Type
1 Internal Multi-Color LED
Solid Blue
Device is connected with Maya App
Flashing Blue
OTA (Over-the-Air) update in progress
Slow Blinking Green
Attempting to connect to the LoRaWAN® network
Single Red Blink
A confirmed parameter of MacSync is being modified

Physical Characteristics
Operating Temperature
-40°C to +80°C
Humidity Range
0% to 100% RH (non-condensing)
Ingress Protection
IP65 standard (IP67 optional variant)
Housing Material
Glass Filled Nylon
Color
Matte White
Weight
~175g
Mounting Options
Pole Mounting / Wall Mounting

Certifications & Compliance
WPC
Compliant
RoHS
Conforms to RoHS directive

MacSync-LNCT-Xx Variants

Variant CodeTemperature RangePower SourceIdeal Use CaseSKU
MacSync LNCT X1 PO0 °C to 600 °CExternal Power (9–36 V DC)Industrial machinery, process equipment, furnaces, ovens, and surface temperature monitoring applications804
MacSync LNCT X1 BO0 °C to 600 °CInbuilt Battery (19 Ah)Remote industrial assets and wireless thermal monitoring deployments without external power availability805
MacSync LNCT X2 PO0 °C to 1500 °CExternal Power (9–36 V DC)Steel plants, foundries, kilns, rolling mills, molten metal monitoring, and extreme-temperature industrial processes806

What's in the Box ?

Make sure box contains following items before installations

  • MacSync LNCT Sensor
  • Mounting Clip
  • User Manual
  • Warranty Card
  • IP68 Cable Extender *
  • Mounting Screws
  • Power Adapters *

Make sure box contains following items before installations

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note

Accessories must be purchased separately & may not be included in the box.

MacSync LNCT Dimensions

The MacSync LNCT Xx features a rugged industrial-grade enclosure with overall dimensions of 152 mm × 62 mm × 43 mm, enabling easy wall and pole mounting across factories, furnaces, kilns, power plants, steel industries, outdoor industrial environments, and Industrial IoT thermal monitoring deployments.

MacSync-LNC-Xx Industrial LoRaWAN Non-Contact Infrared Temperature Sensor Dimensions Drawing