Three-in-One Ambient Intelligence for Smarter Buildings and Greenhouses

LoRaWAN Temperature, Humidity & LUX Sensor

LoRaWAN Temperature, Humidity & LUX Sensor
Three-in-One Ambient Intelligence for Smarter Buildings and Greenhouses

LoRaWAN Temperature, Humidity & LUX Sensor

The ioX-Connect LoRaWAN Temperature, Humidity & Lux Sensor (TH01LX) is a long-range wireless device that combines indoor climate monitoring with precision light-level measurement. Its built-in temperature and humidity sensor covers ambient conditions, while the external BH1750 illuminance probe on a 50 cm cable enables flexible placement for accurate lux readings. Pre-provisioned with unique LoRaWAN keys, the TH01LX ships ready for rapid onboarding to your ioX-Connect platform.

Designed for multi-year unattended operation, this sensor runs on a 2,400 mAh non-rechargeable battery rated for 10+ years of field deployment. It supports LoRaWAN Class A for optimal power efficiency, and a tri-color LED provides at-a-glance status. Remote configuration is available via AT commands or LoRaWAN downlink, eliminating the need for on-site adjustments. The combination of temperature, humidity, and lux monitoring in one compact package makes the TH01LX a versatile tool for smart building management, greenhouse automation, and energy-efficiency programs.

Key Specifications

  • Temperature Range: –40 °C to +80 °C (–40 °F to +176 °F)
  • Humidity: 0–96% RH, ±3% RH accuracy
  • Illuminance Probe: BH1750 sensor, 1 lx resolution, 0–65,535 lx range, 50 cm cable
  • Wireless Connectivity: LoRaWAN 1.0.3 Class A (OTAA/ABP), multi-band (US915, EU868, AU915, AS923, EU433, KR920)
  • Power: 2,400 mAh non-rechargeable battery, 10+ year lifespan
  • Configuration: AT commands, LoRaWAN downlink, firmware upgradable
  • Status Indicator: Tri-color LED for at-a-glance device status
  • Installation: Wireless—no additional control wiring required
Designed for Comprehensive Ambient Monitoring

Why this sensor?

The TH01LX is engineered for professionals who need temperature, humidity, and light-level data from a single wireless device. From daylight harvesting and HVAC optimization to greenhouse climate control and occupancy analytics, this sensor delivers actionable ambient intelligence without complex wiring or frequent maintenance.

Best For:

  • Smart building lighting automation and daylight harvesting
  • Greenhouse and grow-house climate management
  • HVAC optimization and indoor air quality programs
  • Workspace occupancy analytics and energy-efficiency programs
  • Cold chain and warehouse environmental compliance
  • Museum, archive, and artifact preservation monitoring

How It Works:

  1. Mount the sensor: Attach the TH01LX to a wall, ceiling, or shelf in your target environment. Position the external BH1750 illuminance probe using the 50 cm cable for optimal light readings—near windows, grow lights, or workstations.
  2. Connect to LoRaWAN: The sensor ships pre-provisioned with unique LoRaWAN keys. It automatically joins your LoRaWAN network (OTAA or ABP) and begins transmitting temperature, humidity, and lux data to your gateway.
  3. Configure alerts and thresholds: Use the ioX-Connect platform to set temperature limits, humidity ranges, and lux thresholds. Receive real-time notifications when conditions drift outside your specified parameters.

Optimize your operations: Monitor real-time ambient data, automate lighting and HVAC responses, document compliance, and reduce energy costs. The 10+ year battery means you deploy once and collect years of continuous data.

 

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Three-in-One Environmental Monitoring

Built-in temperature and humidity sensor combined with an external BH1750 illuminance probe provides comprehensive ambient condition tracking in a single device, fewer SKUs, fewer installations, lower total cost of ownership.

Ultra-Long Battery Life

The built-in 2,400 mAh non-rechargeable battery delivers 10+ years of reliable field operation. Deploy once and collect continuous ambient data without scheduled battery replacements or field service calls.

High-Resolution Light Sensing

The external BH1750 illuminance probe provides 1 lx resolution across a 0–65,535 lx range. Ideal for daylight harvesting, grow-house light management, occupancy-based lighting, and energy-efficiency verification.

Pre-Provisioned Plug-and-Play

Each unit ships pre-provisioned with unique LoRaWAN keys for rapid onboarding to the ioX-Connect platform. No manual key entry, no complex configuration, mount it, power it on, and your data flows.

Devices Commonly Deployed with This Sensor

The Commercial Temperature & Humidity Sensor is often deployed alongside:

LoRaWAN Gateway

LoRaWAN Gateways

Provides secure, long-range connectivity for industrial and commercial facilities.

LoRaWAN Air Quality Sensors (CO₂, CO, H₂S, PM)

LoRaWAN Air Quality Sensors (CO₂, CO, H₂S, PM)

Complements environmental monitoring in occupied or regulated spaces.

LoRaWAN Commercial Window / Door Open–Close Sensor

LoRaWAN Open/Close Sensor

Monitor and get alerts for windows or doors beying left open.

LoRaWAN Water Leak Detection Sensors

LoRaWAN Water Leak Sensors

Used together to detect condensation, leaks, and moisture-related risks.

Download Device Data Sheet

The TH01LX is a purpose-built ambient monitoring solution that combines three essential measurements—temperature, humidity, and illuminance—into a single LoRaWAN device with an external light probe. Every specification is optimized for long-term, accurate performance in indoor commercial, agricultural, and industrial environments.

Category

Specification

Details

General

Model

TH01LX

 

Sensor Type

Temperature + Humidity + Illuminance (Lux)

 

External Probe

BH1750 Light/Lux Sensor, 50 cm cable/lead

Communication

Protocol

LoRaWAN 1.0.3, Class A (OTAA / ABP)

 

Frequency Bands

EU433, KR920, US915, EU868, AS923, AU915

Temperature

Range

–40 °C to +80 °C (–40 °F to +176 °F)

Humidity

Range

0–96% RH

 

Accuracy

±3% RH

Illuminance

Sensor

BH1750 (integrated Light/Lux Sensor)

 

Range

0–65,535 lx

 

Resolution

1 lx

 

Probe Cable Length

50 cm

Power

Battery

2,400 mAh (non-rechargeable)

 

Expected Life

10+ years

Configuration

Methods

AT Commands, LoRaWAN Downlink

 

Firmware Updates

Firmware Upgradable

 

Status Indicator

Tri-color LED

Deployment

Pre-Provisioned

Yes — ioX-Connect platform ready

 

Installation

Wireless — no additional control wiring required

Deploy and Optimize Your Operations

Deploying the TH01LX is straightforward: mount, connect, configure, and monitor. Your ambient data flows wirelessly to your platform, enabling real-time climate decisions, energy optimization, and documented compliance.

Four Simple Deployment Steps:

  1. Unbox and Inspect: Verify the sensor body, external BH1750 illuminance probe, and battery are undamaged. Check the 50 cm probe cable for integrity.
  2. Mount and Position: Attach the TH01LX to a wall, ceiling, or equipment surface. Route the 50 cm illuminance probe cable to the optimal light-reading position—near a window, above a workstation, or alongside grow lights.
  3. Connect to LoRaWAN: The sensor ships pre-provisioned. It joins your LoRaWAN network automatically via OTAA or ABP credentials. Configure advanced settings via AT commands or LoRaWAN downlink if needed.
  4. Monitor and Optimize: Access real-time temperature, humidity, and lux data in the ioX-Connect platform. Set alerts, automate HVAC and lighting responses, and track energy and compliance metrics.

It’s Not Just a Sensor, It’s a System

The TH01LX doesn’t operate in isolation. It’s part of the ioX-Connect platform—a complete IoT ecosystem designed to turn ambient data into business outcomes. While standalone environmental sensors measure and report, the ioX-Connect platform translates those measurements into actionable intelligence.

Our system integrates wireless sensors, secure cloud infrastructure, advanced analytics, and mobile-first interfaces. You get real-time alerts, historical trend analysis, predictive climate recommendations, automated gateway management, and compliance documentation—all built for enterprise reliability. That’s why facility managers, greenhouse operators, and energy consultants trust ioX-Connect to deliver measurable ROI.

Generic/DIY Approach vs. ioX-Connect Integrated TH01LX

Capability

Generic/DIY Sensors

ioX-Connect TH01LX

Measurement Scope

Separate temp, humidity, and lux sensors

Three-in-one: temp + humidity + lux in one device

Light Sensing

Basic photoresistor; limited range

BH1750 digital probe; 1 lx resolution, 0–65,535 lx

Humidity Accuracy

Variable; often ±5–10% RH

±3% RH across 0–96% range

Wireless Range

WiFi/Zigbee—100–500 m typical

LoRaWAN—reach gateways km away

Battery Life

Months (frequent replacements)

10+ years—deploy-and-forget operation

Platform Integration

Manual CSV export; fragmented tools

Pre-provisioned; real-time dashboards, alerts, trends

Configuration

On-site USB or proprietary app

Remote AT commands + LoRaWAN downlink

Energy Optimization

Manual analysis required

Automated lighting and HVAC insight from lux + climate data

Compliance Documentation

Manual logging

Automated trend records and exportable compliance reports

Total Cost of Ownership

High (multiple devices, batteries, labor)

Lower (one device, 10+ year battery, built-in platform)

 

1. Smart Building Daylight Harvesting

Commercial building managers deploy the TH01LX to measure natural light levels throughout the day. The lux probe, positioned near windows or skylights, feeds real-time illuminance data to the building management system. When natural light exceeds thresholds, automated systems dim artificial lighting—cutting electricity costs while maintaining occupant comfort. Paired with temperature and humidity data, the TH01LX enables comprehensive building intelligence.

  • Reduce lighting energy consumption by aligning artificial lights with available daylight
  • Improve occupant comfort with consistent, data-driven illumination
  • Document energy savings for green building certifications (LEED, ENERGY STAR)
  • Optimize grow-light schedules based on actual lux measurements, not timers
  • Prevent mold and disease by monitoring humidity alongside temperature
  • Reduce supplemental lighting costs by verifying natural light availability
  • Identify under-conditioned or over-conditioned zones across your facility
  • Correlate temperature, humidity, and light data for comprehensive energy audits
  • Document HVAC performance for regulatory compliance and ESG reporting
  • Detect occupied vs. unoccupied zones without cameras or motion sensors
  • Optimize HVAC and lighting schedules for actual usage patterns
  • Reduce energy spend in underutilized areas of your portfolio
  • Protect artifacts from light damage by tracking cumulative lux exposure
  • Maintain stable humidity and temperature for long-term preservation
  • Generate compliance reports for insurance and accreditation requirements

2. Greenhouse and Grow-House Climate Control

Greenhouse operators need precise control over temperature, humidity, and light—the three factors that determine plant health and yield. The TH01LX monitors all three from a single device. The external lux probe can be placed at canopy level while the sensor body remains above the grow zone. Automated alerts trigger ventilation, heating, or supplemental lighting adjustments before conditions damage crops.

3. HVAC Optimization and Energy Efficiency

Facility managers deploy TH01LX sensors across zones to create a granular map of building conditions. Temperature and humidity data drive HVAC scheduling, while lux readings verify that occupied zones have adequate lighting without waste. The result: a data-driven approach to comfort and energy spend that replaces guesswork and scheduled timers.

4. Workspace Occupancy and Comfort Analytics

Corporate real estate teams use lux data as a proxy for workspace utilization—lights on in a conference room correlate with occupancy. Combined with temperature and humidity metrics, the TH01LX provides a low-cost, non-intrusive approach to understanding how spaces are used and whether they’re comfortable. No cameras, no privacy concerns—just ambient data that drives smarter space planning.

5. Museum, Archive, and Artifact Preservation

Museums and archives require stable environmental conditions to protect sensitive collections. The TH01LX monitors temperature and humidity to prevent deterioration, while lux tracking ensures exhibits and storage areas stay within acceptable light exposure limits. The 10+ year battery life and LoRaWAN range make it practical to monitor large facilities with dozens of zones and no wired infrastructure.

FAQs

Frequently Asked Questions about our LoRaWAN Temperature, Humidity & LUX Sensor

Please reach out to us at: sales@iox-connect.com if you have any additional questions that are not addressed below. You can also check out our content library for more information and content on wireless sensors and IoT.

The TH01LX measures three ambient parameters: temperature (–40 °C to +80 °C / –40 °F to +176 °F), humidity (0–96% RH with ±3% accuracy), and illuminance (0–65,535 lx with 1 lx resolution) using an external BH1750 light sensor on a 50 cm cable.

The BH1750 illuminance probe connects to the TH01LX via a 50 cm cable. You position the probe where you need light readings, near a window, at workstation height, or at plant canopy level, while the main sensor body can remain mounted elsewhere. The probe measures visible light in lux with 1 lx resolution.

The TH01LX includes a built-in 2,400 mAh non-rechargeable battery rated for 10+ years of operation. Actual battery life depends on your reporting interval and environmental conditions, but the LoRaWAN Class A protocol is designed for minimal power consumption.



Yes. The TH01LX supports remote configuration via AT commands and LoRaWAN downlink through the ioX-Connect platform. You can adjust reporting intervals, thresholds, and other parameters without visiting the sensor in the field.

Yes. Every TH01LX ships pre-provisioned with unique LoRaWAN keys for the ioX-Connect platform. You can also connect it to any standard LoRaWAN network server using OTAA or ABP activation.

The TH01LX is designed for indoor and sheltered environments: commercial buildings, greenhouses, warehouses, museums, offices, and cold-chain storage. For outdoor or harsh-weather installations, please reach out to our sales team at: sales@iox-connect.com 

Yes. When paired with ioX-Connect Smart Relays or a building management system, TH01LX lux and temperature data can trigger automated responses—dimming lights when natural light is sufficient, activating ventilation when humidity rises, or adjusting HVAC setpoints based on real-time conditions.

LoRaWAN (Long Range Wide Area Network) is a low-power, long-range wireless protocol designed for IoT sensors and devices. It operates in unlicensed ISM bands (915 MHz in the US), which means no recurring cellular data fees. LoRaWAN is managed by the LoRa Alliance, with over 125 million connected devices worldwide.

LoRaWAN sensors typically achieve 3–5 km in urban environments and up to 10–15 km in rural, line-of-sight conditions. Range depends on antenna height, building density, and environmental factors. Indoor deployments typically cover an entire commercial building from a single gateway.

Yes. LoRaWAN uses AES-128 end-to-end encryption with two separate security keys—one for the network layer and one for the application layer. Data is encrypted from the sensor to your platform, preventing interception or tampering. Speak with an IoT Speacialist today.

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Site Manager

"I purchased a bunch of industrial temperature and water flow sensors in various sizes to track water use and monitor equipment temperatures across multiple zones for our industrial site, and I am very pleased. The integration with the ioX-Connect platform was seamless, and we were monitoring consumption and equipment across different parts of our facility within minutes of installation. The data is invaluable for our efficiency initiatives."

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Commercial Property Manager

"I use the ioX system to monitor water and electricity consumption at various rental properties and an Airbnb. I've already prevented a costly water waste fine by getting an alert about an issue my renter caused. The data is incredibly accurate and has given me complete peace of mind, knowing my properties are protected 24/7."

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Operations Manager

"ioX provided us with the flexibility, affordability, and efficiency we needed to monitor hundreds of wells with just a couple of pumpers. The ability to customize and self-install equipment has been a game-changer for our growing operations."

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