TrolMaster Hydro-X Sensor – Smoke Detector
Best safety upgrade for indoor grow room operators.
Ensure the safety of your controlled environment with the TrolMaster Hydro-X Smoke Detector. This essential device integrates seamlessly with your Hydro-X system, providing immediate alerts directly to your phone the moment smoke is detected. Designed for grow operations and similar controlled spaces, it features a built-in photocell for automatic day/night mode sensing and supports connecting up to five sensors to a single controller for expanded coverage. Installation is straightforward with its plug-and-play design, making advanced environmental monitoring accessible and reliable.
$49.99
Owner Satisfaction
4.6
/ 5
Category Rank
80
/ 2015
#80 in Electronics
Price vs Category Average
-81%
Below average
Model
MBS-SD
/ MBS-SD
Who it's for
- Growers prioritizing fire safety in high-risk indoor environments
- Users wanting a quick, tool-free installation process
- Automated system managers needing immediate emergency equipment shutdowns
Who should skip it
- Safety-focused users requiring protection during total power failures
- Standalone buyers lacking an existing TrolMaster controller
- Budget-conscious growers comparing costs to standard residential detectors
Performance breakdown
System Integration
Seamlessly bridges with Hydro-X controllers for unified environmental oversight.
Installation Simplicity
Plug-and-play setup makes professional-grade safety accessible for any grower.
Alert Reliability
Instant mobile notifications ensure you are never disconnected from your grow.
Scalability
Supports up to five sensors for comprehensive coverage of larger spaces.
Detection Accuracy
Photoelectric technology provides precise, reliable smoke sensing for controlled environments.
Operational Versatility
Integrated day/night sensing adds a layer of intelligent environmental awareness.
Key Specs
Model
MBS-SD
Output Voltage
0~11.5V
Maximum Current
0.2A
Working Temperature
32-122°F
Working Humidity
≤90%
Packaging Dimensions
160mm(L) x 86mm(W) x 86mm(H)
Detection Technology
Photoelectric
Power Source
Hardwired
Features
- Immediate smoke detection alerts to your phone
- Expandable system supports up to 5 sensors
- Automatic Day/Night Mode sensing
- Plug & Play installation
- Designed for Hydro-X controllers
- Photoelectric detection technology
- Remote phone alerting capability
- Easy address assignment button
What customers say
Users highly value the Hydro X Smoke Detector primarily for its exceptional reliability and seamless integration with the TrolMaster system. Setup is remarkably straightforward; the sensor is immediately recognized by the controller. This dependable performance delivers significant peace of mind, as it functions as a critical safety component that communicates instantly and accurately within the environmental network. Serious growers managing complex environments find this consistent, trustworthy operation to be a necessary and highly valued feature of their control setup.
Know before you buy
No, the MBS-SD is specifically designed to function as an add-on for the TrolMaster Hydro-X controller system. It requires the controller to process the data and send alerts to your phone.
You can connect up to five MBS-SD sensors to a single Hydro-X controller. This allows you to monitor multiple areas within your grow space simultaneously.
Yes, provided your Hydro-X controller is connected to the internet, the system will send immediate alerts to your phone the moment smoke is detected.
The built-in photocell detects ambient light levels to automatically adjust the sensor's status. This helps the system differentiate between normal operational states and potential hazards based on your lighting schedule.
The device uses a plug-and-play design with RJ12 cables, making it very straightforward to install. You simply connect it to your existing Hydro-X network using the included T-splitter and assign the address via the button on the unit.
The sensor is rated for operation in environments with up to 90% humidity. However, it is designed for controlled indoor spaces and should be kept away from direct water spray or extreme condensation.
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