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Position your AKS 4G gateway at height
In standard configuration, the AKS 4G gateway is mounted directly on the probe at ground level. This compact configuration works very well in most situations — but some contexts call for greater flexibility.
The remote mounting kit allows the gateway to be elevated to 1.5 m height, using a solid steel mast (Ø 40 mm, delivered in two interlocking sections) and an extension cable of 2 m or 4 m connecting the probe to the gateway.
The result: an installation adaptable to every plot, with no compromise on measurement quality.
Three good reasons to go remote
☀️ Better solar charging
At height, the solar panel integrated into the gateway is less likely to be shaded by vegetation or surrounding relief. It captures more light, particularly at the start and end of the day — improving energy autonomy, especially during cloudy periods.
📶 Better 4G network coverage
A gateway mounted at elevation benefits from a better line of sight to operator antennas. On plots with limited network coverage, this gain can make the difference in ensuring hourly data transmission to Akua Hub.
🌱 Discreet installation and easier soil work
With a 2 to 4 m cable, probe and cable can be completely buried. The only visible element above ground is the mast — and the gateway at the top. This configuration is particularly appreciated for mechanical weeding, hoeing, or any other shallow soil work, without the equipment getting in the way.
Kit contents
- 1 Ø 40 mm steel mast — delivered in 2 interlocking 1 m sections (final height: 1.5 m above ground, after 50 cm insertion)
- 1 extension cable — 2 m or 4 m depending on chosen variant
How to install the mast
- Drive the first section into the ground to 50 cm depth
- Slide the second section onto the first — the mast reaches 1.5 m in height
- Route the extension cable between the probe (buried or semi-buried) and the cable exit at the mast
- Mount the AKS 4G gateway at the top of the mast
The assembly is stable, UV and weather-resistant, with no special tools required for installation.
Which cable length to choose?
| Variant | SKU | Cable | Price excl. VAT | Recommended use |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| With 2 m cable | KIT-POL-2M | 2 m | €70 | Standard configuration, untilled soil |
| With 4 m cable | KIT-POL-4M | 4 m | €85 | Deep-tilled soil, plots needing more margin |
When in doubt, go for the 4 m cable — it offers more flexibility during installation.
Technical specifications
- Mast material: steel
- Mast diameter: 40 mm
- Mast length: 1.5 m above ground (2 x 1 m sections, 50 cm ground insertion)
- Cable length: 2 m (KIT-POL-2M) or 4 m (KIT-POL-4M)
- Compatibility: all AKS models (aks-30, aks-60, aks-90, aks-120)
This kit is an optional accessory
The remote mounting kit is an add-on for the complete AKS kit (probe + 4G gateway), sold separately. It does not include the probe or the gateway.
Don’t have your AKS kit yet? Discover the complete AKS connected soil moisture probe kit — multi-depth capacitive probe + autonomous 4G gateway, from €135 excl. VAT.
