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Categories In practice News 28/11/2024

RuuviTags on board: The ideal solution for smart boat monitoring

As boat owners, we know that life on the water is fantastic - but it also comes with some responsibilities. Like moisture problems and temperature changes, there's a lot to consider. Fortunately, there are handy gadgets like RuuviTags that can make life on board a lot easier. In this blog, we tell you all about how you can use RuuviTags to monitor your boat smartly!

What are RuuviTags anyway?

RuuviTags are small, wireless sensors that measure data such as temperature, humidity, air pressure and movement. They are super handy for all kinds of applications, from your home to your greenhouse in the garden.

But did you know they are also ideal for your boat?

One of the big advantages is that they use Bluetooth Low Energy (BLE), which means they consume little energy and last a long time. Ideal for places where it's hard to keep track of them, such as in the bilge or engine compartment of your boat.

Ruuvi monitoring on Cerbo Touch
Engine compartment temperature
Battery room monitoring
Outdoor temperature, humidity & air pressure

Why would you want RuuviTags on your boat?

Well, monitoring your boat becomes super easy with these little sensors! Here are a few handy applications:

[icon name=”temperature-high” prefix=”fal”] Temperature monitoring

RuuviTags can help keep an eye on the temperature in your engine compartment. Excessive temperatures can indicate a problem with cooling or ventilation. So a quick warning of the ambient temperature can help you avoid damage. But another handy place is the fridge, the thermostat is often not too accurate and sometimes difficult to set it to the right temperature. With the Ruuvi, you always measure the right temperature for an arrival drink at the port.

[icon name=”droplet” prefix=”fal”] Humidity measurement

Moisture is every boat's enemy. With a RuuviTag, you can constantly monitor the humidity in your cabin. Does the humidity get too high? Then you know it's time to improve ventilation or maybe even call in a dehumidifier. With this, we prevented mould in winter and no longer had a musty smell after the winter season.

[icon name=”cloud-bolt” prefix=”fal”] Air pressure changes

Changes in air pressure can indicate changes in the weather. With a RuuviTag, you can keep abreast of these changes and anticipate, for example, a storm or rain. Handy for staying ahead of unexpected weather changes! Just like a traditional barometer.

[icon name=”battery-exclamation” prefix=”fal”] Battery box monitoring

The temperature inside the battery box is also something to keep an eye on. Too high temperatures can lead to battery problems. Putting a RuuviTag here will alert you if the temperature shoots up.

How does it work?

The beauty of RuuviTags is that you can monitor them via an app. Once you have placed the tags in the right places on board, all you have to do is open the app and link once to see the data. Installation was really surprisingly easy.

They work via Bluetooth, so you don't need an internet connection, and you can even set notifications for when certain values fall outside the normal range. Meeting history is easy to see back in the app.

We paired our Ruuvi's with the Victron Cerbo GX, this is very simple with the new Venus OS. We can now easily read all the data on the Cerbo Touch or via the Victron app even at home. Really ideal.

Battery life and maintenance

RuuviTags last a long time. Depending on where you place them (extreme temperatures can shorten battery life), they can even last up to years. Furthermore, they require hardly any maintenance. They are water-resistant, so a splash here and there can handle them just fine.

RuuviTags are a real godsend for the boat owner who likes to keep a close eye on everything without constantly having to be there himself. These smart, wireless sensors allow you to monitor temperature, humidity, air pressure and movement in different parts of your boat. Whether it's preventing moisture damage, monitoring your engine compartment or getting a heads-up on upcoming weather changes - RuuviTags make your boat a lot smarter!

So, if you are still looking for a handy tool to keep your boat in top condition, try RuuviTags. You will see that it is a gamechanger.

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