CO2 Sensor for Hydro-X with cable set

Day/Night Photocell Sensing for the Hydro-X System

Supplemental CO2 for plant growth only makes sense to run during the day, when photosynthesis can actually use it, which is why this TrolMaster sensor pairs CO2 measurement with automatic day/night detection rather than requiring a manual schedule. This sensor measures CO2 ppm within the growing area, letting growers connect and control supplemental CO2 through the Hydro-X system.

It is used together with one or more DSC-1 CO2 device modules and comes with a cable set, with a built-in photocell detecting day and night growing modes automatically so supplemental CO2 only activates when it's actually useful.

Key Features & Benefits

• Built-In Photocell — detects day/night mode automatically.
• 8 Ft RJ12 Cable on the Sensor — supports plug-and-play installation at the sensing location.
• Pairs With DSC-1 Modules — enables connected supplemental CO2 control.
• Includes 16 Ft RJ12 Cable — ships with an RJ12 T-splitter for connecting back to the controller.

Who Should Use This Sensor

Hydro-X system owners who want automatic day/night CO2 sensing without manual scheduling, for growth-focused supplemental CO2 rather than emergency safety monitoring, are the intended users of the MBS-S8. It's paired hardware, meant to work with a DSC-1 module rather than standing alone.

About TrolMaster

This growth-focused CO2 sensor sits within TrolMaster's Hydro-X climate line, engineered at the Sacramento, California company's headquarters as a growth-optimization tool distinct from the emergency-range sensors built for the Carbon-X safety platform. The day/night photocell reflects that growth-focused purpose directly.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does the built-in photocell do?

It automatically detects day and night growing modes. Supplemental CO2 dosing is timed around that detection rather than a fixed manual schedule.

What module does this pair with?

One or more DSC-1 CO2 device modules. The sensor reports conditions while the DSC-1 handles the actual equipment switching.

What system does this work with?

The Hydro-X system. It is built for growth-focused supplemental CO2 rather than emergency safety monitoring.

When does supplemental CO2 activate with this sensor installed?

During the daytime growing period, once the built-in photocell detects light conditions. It stays inactive overnight, since supplemental CO2 offers no photosynthetic benefit in the dark.

Is a cable set included?

Yes, a 16 ft RJ12 cable and an RJ12 T-splitter ship with the sensor. Everything needed for a standard connection back to the controller is already in the box.