CPEC310 Expandable Closed-Path Eddy-Covariance System with EC155, Pump Module, and Automatic Zero and Span
Fully Expandable Design
Provides additional ports with automatic zero and span
weather applications supported water applications supported energy applications supported gas flux & turbulence applications supported infrastructure applications supported soil applications supported

Overview

The CPEC310 with EasyFlux® is a turn-key, closed-path eddy-covariance (EC) flux system for long-term monitoring of atmospheric-biosphere exchanges of carbon dioxide, water vapor, heat, and momentum. A complete system consists of a closed-path gas analyzer (EC155 closed-path gas analyzer), sonic anemometer (CSAT3A sonic anemometer), data logger (CR6 datalogger), sample pump, three-valve module that enables automatic zero and CO2 span measurements (manual H2O span), and accommodations for a CDM-A116 analog input expansion module allowing for additional sensors.

The gas analyzer’s patented vortex intake design (United States Patent No. 9,217,692) and small sample cell volume (5.9 mL) provide a much lower flow rate than other closed-path systems while maintaining excellent frequency response (4.3 Hz cutoff frequency). Additionally, this design makes the system virtually maintenance free while still maintaining an ideal frequency response compared to traditional inline filters. Lower flow allows the CPEC310 to have one of the lowest total system power requirements (12 W) of any closed-path eddy covariance system. Campbell Scientific manufactures all components of the CPEC310, including the data logger and EasyFlux® DL software for computing and correcting fluxes, which gives our system the most reliable functionality.

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Benefits and Features

  • New conformal coating helps protect sonic transducers in corrosive environments
  • Expandable, high-end system with CR6 datalogger processing power and EasyFlux® DL software to compute and fully correct up to 20 Hz data
  • The 3-valve module makes the CPEC310 the only closed-path eddy covariance system on the market with the ability to perform automatic zero and CO2/H2O span
  • Additional port options for energy balance and atmospheric sensors
  • Ideal system for short or tall towers
  • Simple design provides easy use while maintaining full functionality

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Main enclosure for the CPEC310
CPEC310 plumbing

Technical Description

The gas analyzer’s small sample cell volume (5.9 mL) minimizes the sample residence time (50 ms at the system’s nominal flow rate, 7 LPM). This gives excellent frequency response (5.8 Hz half-power bandwidth) with low total system power (12 W).

Eddy-Covariance Measurements

CO2 and H2O are measured with an EC155 Closed-Path Gas Analyzer. Three-dimensional wind speed and sonic air temperature are measured with a CSAT3A sonic anemometer head.

CPEC310 System Enclosure

The CPEC310 has two enclosures: a fiberglass enclosure that houses the CR6 datalogger, pump module, three-valve module, and optional CDM-A116, and the EC100 enclosure for data processing. The CPEC310 can also be equipped with a scrub module for automatic zeroing of the EC155.

CPEC310 Pump Module

The pump module, a standard component of the CPEC310 system, consists of a small dual-head diaphragm pump with a brushless dc motor mounted inside a fiberglass enclosure. An integral cable connects the pump module to the CPEC310 system enclosure, which provides power, temperature measurement and control, pressure measurement, and pumping speed measurement and control.

Specifications

Operating Temperature Range -30° to +50°C
Input Voltage Range 10.5 to 16.0 Vdc
Power
  • 12 W (typical)
  • 35 W (maximum, at cold startup)

System Enclosure
Dimensions 54 x 44.5 x 29.7 cm (21.3 x 17.5 x 11.7 in.)
Weight
  • 15.36 kg (33.85 lb)
  • 16.24 kg (35.8 lb) with optional CDM-A116 module

Pump Module
Inlet Connection 3/8-in. Swagelok
Pressure Sensor Range 15 to 115 kPa
Pumping Speed 3 to 9 LPM (automatically controlled at the set point, typically 7 LPM)
Cable Length 3.0 m (10 ft)
Dimensions 35.6 x 29.2 x 13.5 cm (14.0 x 11.5 x 5.3 in.)
Weight 5.4 kg (11.8 lb)

Three-Valve Module
Inlets for Module Zero, CO2, and H2O span
Outlets Analyzer and H2O bypass
Connections ¼-in. Swagelok
Dimensions 14.0 x 12.7 x 14.0 cm (5.5 x 5.0 x 5.5 in.)
Weight 1.5 kg (3.3 lb)

Scrub Module
Power
  • 0 W (quiescent)
  • 2 W (with pump running)
  • 8 W (with heater running)
Cylinder Volume 480 cm3 each (29.29 in.3 each)
Molecular Sieve Size 1.6 to 2.5 mm beads (0.063 to 0.098 in. beads)
Enclosure Dimensions 39.4 x 34.3 x 20.3 cm (15.5 x 13.5 x 8.0 in.)
Weight 9.6 kg (21.1 lb)

Downloads

CR6 OS v.14.01 (8.56 MB) 26-09-2024

This download is for the CR6 datalogger. Execution of this download places the Operating System file(.obj) on your computer. It also updates the CRBasic Editor compiler and support files. 

Why Update?   UID (unique identifier) is now utilized for enhancing security along with other features and bug fixes. With this OS update it is recommended that you also update the Device Configuration Utility to the most recent version so that new datalogger features are available in the utility.  

Note: Campbell Scientific always recommends updating operating systems on site if possible. When remote updates are required, it is recommended that you implement the necessary precautions to handle unexpected OS upload complications. All datalogger settings should be retained when updated remotely. If you choose to roll back to a previous operating system, the datalogger settings will be reset to default.

Watch the Video Tutorial: Sending an OS to a Local Datalogger.

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EC100 OS v.8.02 (560 KB) 14-10-2019

EC100 Operating System.

Watch the Video Tutorial: Updating the EC100 Operating System.

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ECMon v.1.6 (10.7 MB) 29-03-2016

EC100-Series Support Software.

Device Configuration Utility v.2.31 (47.0 MB) 18-12-2024

A software utility used to download operating systems and set up Campbell Scientific hardware. Also will update PakBus Graph and the Network Planner if they have been installed previously by another Campbell Scientific software package.

Supported Operating Systems:

Windows 11 or 10 (Both 32 and 64 bit)

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EasyFlux DL for CR6CP v.1.08 (132 KB) 13-06-2024

CR6 datalogger program for Campbell closed-path eddy-covariance systems.

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Related FAQs

Number of FAQs related to CPEC310: 6

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  1. Can the CPEC310 Scrub Module as a source of zero gas be used with the CPEC300 or CPEC306?

    No. A valve module is required to use the Scrub Module. Only the CPEC310 comes with a valve module.

  2. To use the CPEC200 scrub module as a source of zero gas, is it necessary for the CPEC200 system to include a valve module?

    Yes. For more information, refer to the "CPEC200 Scrub Module Installation, Operation and Maintenance" appendix in the CPEC200 Closed-Path Eddy-Covariance System Instruction Manual.

  3. Why did Campbell Scientific start using molecular sieve? Does it have the same effect as the previously used chemicals?

    The molecular sieve has been demonstrated here by our engineering department to be effective at removing CO2 and H2O from the air sample. The change was made for two reasons:

    1. It was a safer alternative than using the previous chemicals.
    2. Increased shipping regulations for the chemicals limited the number of suppliers. 
  4. Which countries can the molecular sieve be shipped to?

    The molecular sieve is a non-hazardous material that can be shipped to any country.

  5. Can molecular sieve be used in the future to replace bottles for gas analyzers sold before July 2017?

    The molecular sieve is a direct replacement for the old magnesium perchlorate bottles. The molecular sieve may be used for any Campbell Scientific analyzer that used the old bottles.

  6. To prepare the molecular sieve, how many grams are needed per bottle?

    The bottles of sieve for drop-in replacement contain the pellets and a membrane on top. The membrane is necessary to keep the pellets contained while allowing gas to pass over the zeolite. The bottle has the same footprint as the old magnesium perchlorate bottles. The amount in each bottle is listed on the bottle. The amount of sieve needed for each analyzer is the following:

    • The EC150 needs 22 g (drop-in bottle).
    • The IRGASON® needs 22 g (drop-in bottle).
    • The EC155 needs 22 g (drop-in bottle).
    • The AP200 needs 500 g (refill).
    • The 27423 needs 1000 g (refill).
    • The 31022 needs 500 g (refill).
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