HM200 SERIES — WIRELESS IoT PRESSURE MONITORING

HM200 Wireless Pressure Sensor (LoRa)

The HM200 is a modular wireless pressure sensor featuring LoRa long-range communication, battery-powered operation, and cloud-based monitoring. Designed for remote SCADA pressure monitoring in water supply, oil & gas, HVAC, and industrial process applications where wired connections are impractical or cost-prohibitive.

60 MPa
Max Range
±0.25% FS
Accuracy
LoRa
Wireless
3+ Years
Battery Life
HM200 Wireless Pressure Sensor LoRa

Wireless IoT Pressure Monitoring Without Wiring Costs

The HM200 Wireless Pressure Sensor is part of the HM200 series — a modular wireless pressure monitoring platform developed by HELM. It combines industrial-grade diffused silicon or single crystal silicon pressure sensing elements with a German-engineered LoRa wireless communication module to deliver reliable, long-range pressure data transmission without the cost and complexity of traditional wired installations.

At the core of the HM200 is a versatile modular architecture built around four functional units: a pressure sensing chip, a wireless transmission module, a power supply module, and a cloud software platform. This modular approach allows the HM200 to be configured for a wide range of applications — from municipal water supply network monitoring to remote oil & gas wellhead pressure surveillance — simply by selecting the appropriate sensor element and communication protocol.

The LoRa variant provides transmission distances of up to 5 km in open environments (further with gateway relay), making it ideal for geographically distributed monitoring points. Combined with a high-capacity lithium battery that supports 3+ years of operation at standard reporting intervals, the HM200 eliminates the need for power lines and signal cables — dramatically reducing installation costs and deployment time compared to conventional wired pressure transmitters.

Technical Specifications

ParameterHM200 Specification
Measuring Range0–0.1 MPa to 0–60 MPa (customizable)
Overload Capacity1.5× to 2× rated pressure
Overall Accuracy±0.5% FS / ±0.25% FS (standard); ±0.1% FS / ±0.05% FS (single crystal silicon)
Long-Term Stability≤0.1% FS/year
Sensing TechnologyDiffused silicon / Single crystal silicon (selectable)
Operating Temperature−20°C to +85°C
Compensated Temperature−10°C to +60°C
Wireless ProtocolLoRa (433 MHz / 470 MHz / 868 MHz / 915 MHz selectable)
Transmission DistanceUp to 5 km (open area); extendable via gateway relay
Power SupplyBuilt-in high-capacity lithium battery (3.6V)
Battery Life3–5 years (dependent on reporting interval)
Reporting IntervalConfigurable: 1 min to 24 hours
Wetted Material316L stainless steel
Process ConnectionG1/4, G1/2, M20×1.5, 1/4 NPT, 1/2 NPT (customizable)
Protection GradeIP65 / IP67
DisplayOptional LCD (HM200B/C variants)
Explosion ProofOptional Ex ia IIC T6 (HM200C variant)
Cloud PlatformPC web + mobile APP (iOS/Android) + WeChat mini-program

Key Features

Application Scenarios

The HM200 wireless pressure sensor is designed for distributed pressure monitoring applications where traditional wired transmitters are impractical due to distance, installation cost, or terrain challenges:

Municipal Water Supply Networks

Monitor pressure at distribution nodes, pumping stations, and storage tanks across city-wide water networks. Detect leaks and pressure drops in real time without running signal cables between monitoring points.

Oil & Gas Wellhead Monitoring

Remote wellhead and pipeline pressure surveillance in oil fields where wells may be kilometers apart. Battery-powered operation eliminates the need for power infrastructure at each monitoring point.

HVAC & Building Automation

Wireless chiller, boiler, and air handling unit pressure monitoring for building management systems. Reduce retrofit wiring costs in existing buildings while maintaining continuous system oversight.

Fire Suppression Systems

Continuously monitor sprinkler system and fire hydrant pressure to ensure readiness. Cloud-based alerts notify maintenance teams of pressure drops that could indicate leaks or system failures.

Industrial Gas Distribution

Monitor compressed air, nitrogen, oxygen, and other industrial gas distribution systems. Track pressure at multiple supply points to optimize compressor scheduling and detect system inefficiencies.

Agricultural Irrigation

Monitor irrigation pipeline pressure across large agricultural operations. Battery-powered LoRa sensors provide coverage over vast field areas with minimal infrastructure requirements.

Ordering Guide

The HM200 series uses a modular ordering system. Select the variant, pressure range, accuracy class, and options to configure your wireless pressure sensor:

SelectionOptions
Model VariantHM200A: Standard LoRa (no display) | HM200B: LoRa + LCD display | HM200C: LoRa + LCD + Ex ia explosion-proof
Pressure Range0–0.1 MPa, 0–0.6 MPa, 0–1 MPa, 0–2.5 MPa, 0–4 MPa, 0–10 MPa, 0–25 MPa, 0–60 MPa (custom ranges available)
Accuracy Class0.5% FS (standard) | 0.25% FS | 0.1% FS (single crystal silicon) | 0.05% FS (single crystal silicon)
Sensor TypeDiffused silicon (standard) | Single crystal silicon (high precision) | Polycrystalline silicon (extreme conditions)
LoRa Frequency433 MHz | 470 MHz (China) | 868 MHz (EU) | 915 MHz (US/AU)
Process ConnectionG1/4 (default) | G1/2 | M20×1.5 | 1/4 NPT | 1/2 NPT | Custom flange
Power SupplyBuilt-in lithium battery (default) | Rechargeable battery | 24VDC external | Solar panel
Optional FeaturesTemperature + pressure integrated sensor | GPS positioning | Extended battery pack | Lightning protection

Contact our engineering team for assistance selecting the optimal configuration for your specific application requirements.

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Frequently Asked Questions

The HM200 LoRa variant achieves up to 5 km transmission distance in open, line-of-sight environments. In urban or obstructed settings, typical range is 1–3 km depending on building density and terrain. For longer distances, LoRa gateway relays can be deployed to extend coverage across large industrial sites or city-wide networks.

With the standard high-capacity 3.6V lithium battery and a 15-minute reporting interval, the HM200 operates for 3–5 years without battery replacement. Longer reporting intervals (e.g., 1 hour) can extend battery life beyond 5 years. For applications requiring continuous high-frequency data (e.g., 1-minute intervals), optional solar panel or 24VDC external power supply is recommended.

Yes. The HM200 supports an optional temperature + pressure integrated sensor module that measures both parameters simultaneously and transmits both values via a single LoRa data packet. This is particularly useful for oil & gas wellhead monitoring and industrial process applications where both pressure and temperature are critical process variables.

The HM200 connects to a purpose-built IoT cloud platform developed in collaboration with HELM Germany. The platform is accessible via PC web browser, iOS/Android mobile APP, and WeChat mini-program. Features include real-time data display with GPS positioning, configurable alarm thresholds with SMS/email notifications, historical trend analysis, and automatic data export for regulatory compliance reporting.

The HM200C variant carries Ex ia IIC T6 intrinsic safety certification for installation in Zone 0, 1, and 2 hazardous areas. This makes it suitable for oil & gas, chemical processing, and other environments with explosive gas atmospheres. The standard HM200A and HM200B variants are designed for general industrial environments only.

Need a Wireless Pressure Monitoring Solution?

Our engineering team specializes in wireless IoT pressure monitoring solutions. Whether you need a standard HM200 configuration for water network monitoring or a fully customized system with explosion-proof certification for oil & gas applications, we can help you design the right wireless sensor network for your specific requirements.

Our engineers typically respond within 12 business hours with detailed technical specifications and pricing.