Air Pro 2 Indicative Monitoring Station

The Sensorbee Air Pro 2 (Non-MCERTS) is a professional environmental monitoring station that delivers the same multi-parameter measurement capability as the MCERTS-certified Air Pro 2, using the standard optical particle module (SB4103) for indicative monitoring applications. Solar powered with a 20 Ah internal battery and LTE-M or NB-IoT cellular connectivity, this station measures dust, temperature, humidity, gases, noise, and vibration from a single 1.9 kg device — without the cost premium of MCERTS-certified particle measurement.

How It Works

The Air Pro 2 (Non-MCERTS) uses the same hardware platform and modular architecture as the MCERTS-certified variant. The key difference is the particle sensor module: this version ships with the SB4103 standard optical particle counter instead of the MCERTS-certified SB4102. Both modules measure PM1, PM2.5, and PM10 concentrations using optical particle counting technology — the SB4103 provides accurate indicative measurements suitable for screening, trend analysis, and general air quality assessment, while the SB4102 carries formal MCERTS certification for regulatory reporting.

Environmental data — including particulate matter, temperature, humidity, barometric pressure, VOC, and NOx — is sampled continuously, processed onboard, and transmitted at configurable intervals over LTE-M or NB-IoT cellular networks to the Sensorbee Cloud platform.

Included Modules

Every Air Pro 2 (Non-MCERTS) ships with three integrated sensor modules as standard:

• Particle Sensor (SB4103) — PM1, PM2.5, PM10 optical particle counter for indicative particulate matter measurement
• Temperature Sensor (SB4602) — -20 to 50°C with ±0.1°C accuracy for environmental baseline data
• EnviroSense (SB4502) — humidity, VOC, NOx, and barometric pressure in one module

Additional gas sensor modules (NO2, SO2, CO, O3, H2S, NH3) and a sound level meter can be added at any time without replacing the base unit.

MCERTS vs Non-MCERTS: Which Do You Need?

Choosing between the MCERTS and Non-MCERTS Air Pro 2 depends on how the monitoring data will be used:

• Choose MCERTS (SB8202) when your project requires data accepted for regulatory submissions, planning application compliance, environmental permit reporting, or Section 61 consent monitoring. MCERTS certification means the data carries formal regulatory weight.
• Choose Non-MCERTS (SB8203) when your monitoring purpose is screening, trend analysis, research, internal environmental management, or community information — applications where indicative data quality meets your requirements at a lower cost per station.

Both versions use identical hardware platforms. You can upgrade from Non-MCERTS to MCERTS at any time by swapping the SB4103 particle module for the MCERTS-certified SB4102 — no base unit replacement required.

Why Choose the Non-MCERTS Air Pro 2

The Non-MCERTS variant offers the full Air Pro 2 capability set at a lower entry cost, making professional multi-parameter monitoring accessible for projects where formal certification is not a regulatory requirement.

• All-in-one dust, noise, and vibration monitoring — a single station replaces multiple standalone instruments, simplifying procurement and site logistics
• Lower cost per station — the standard particle module reduces the unit cost compared to the MCERTS-certified version, enabling wider deployment within fixed budgets
• Upgrade path to MCERTS — swap the particle module in the field to achieve MCERTS certification if your project requirements change, protecting your initial investment
• Solar powered as standard — the integrated solar panel and 20 Ah battery eliminate mains power dependency for autonomous outdoor operation
• Modular gas sensor expansion — start with particulate matter and environmental monitoring, then add up to six gas sensor modules and a sound level meter as your monitoring scope expands
• Cellular connectivity — LTE-M and NB-IoT transmission provides reliable data delivery across urban and rural environments without Wi-Fi infrastructure

Deployment and Installation

The Air Pro 2 (Non-MCERTS) uses the same compact 145 × 200 × 80 mm housing and mounting system as the MCERTS variant. At 1.9 kg, a single technician installs the unit in under five minutes: mount the bracket, attach the station, insert the SIM card, and power on. The unit automatically connects to the Sensorbee Cloud and begins transmitting environmental data. No mains power, cable routing, or civil works required.

For projects that start with indicative monitoring and later require regulatory-grade data, the modular design allows a field upgrade. Swap the SB4103 particle module for the MCERTS-certified SB4102, and the same base station delivers certified measurement data without any additional infrastructure changes.

Applications

• Construction site screening — monitor dust levels at site boundaries to identify potential issues early and inform dust management plans, without the cost of certified equipment at every monitoring point
• Urban air quality research — deploy dense indicative monitoring networks across study areas to map pollution gradients and validate dispersion models alongside reference stations
• Community information programmes — provide real-time air quality data to local communities around industrial sites, construction projects, or transport corridors, building public trust through transparency
• Internal environmental management — monitor dust, noise, and emissions at industrial facilities for internal reporting, process optimisation, and early warning — independent of regulatory obligations
• Event and temporary monitoring — rapid deployment and autonomous operation suit short-term environmental monitoring at festivals, construction phases, and demolition events where MCERTS certification is not contractually required
• Agricultural and rural monitoring — track air quality, weather conditions, and noise levels in agricultural settings where cellular coverage and solar power are essential and MCERTS is not applicable

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I upgrade to MCERTS later?

Yes. The Air Pro 2 uses a modular sensor architecture. Replace the SB4103 standard particle module with the SB4102 MCERTS-certified module, and the same base station delivers MCERTS-grade particulate matter data. No other hardware changes are needed.

Is the data still reliable without MCERTS?

Yes. The SB4103 optical particle counter provides accurate indicative measurements that are well-suited for screening, trend identification, and comparative analysis. MCERTS certification adds formal third-party validation for regulatory reporting — it does not indicate a fundamental difference in measurement technology.

What is the difference in sensor modules?

The MCERTS variant (SB8202) ships with the SB4102 particle module, which holds MCERTS certification for indicative ambient PM measurement. The Non-MCERTS variant (SB8203) ships with the SB4103, which uses the same optical counting principle without formal MCERTS certification. All other included modules (temperature, EnviroSense) are identical.

Does it support the same gas sensor add-ons?

Yes. The Non-MCERTS Air Pro 2 accepts all the same expansion modules as the MCERTS version — up to six gas sensors (NO2, SO2, CO, CO2, O3, H2S, NH3, NO, VOC) and a sound level meter.

How long does the battery last?

The 20 Ah internal battery provides several days of autonomous operation depending on reporting frequency and active sensor modules. With the included solar panel, the station operates indefinitely in most outdoor conditions.