Power and Battery Options

SiteHive Hexanode devices offer versatile power options to suit various site conditions and operational needs, including mains power, solar power, and battery configurations.

Mains power

For locations with reliable access to electricity, SiteHive Hexanode devices can be powered directly via mains power. This setup involves connecting the device to an electrical outlet using the provided power adapter, and provides continuous operation without the need for battery maintenance or solar exposure.

Daily power consumption per device:

Device	Consumption per day
SiteHive Hexanode Noise+Dust	21.6 Wh
SiteHive Hexanode Noise	12 Wh
SiteHive Hexanode Vibration	8 Wh

Solar power

In remote or off-grid locations, solar power offers a suitable solution. SiteHive Hexanodes have low power requirements and can operate indefinitely with a 10 W or 20 W solar panel. The solar setup includes connecting the solar panel to a solar controller, which then connects to the device, ensuring uninterrupted power supply. Proper orientation of the solar panel, typically facing north, is recommended for optimal sunlight exposure.

Battery options

SiteHive devices support both lithium and lead-acid battery configurations. Lithium batteries have a smaller form factor and weigh less, so they are ideal for all types of mounting situations. Lead-acid batteries are heavier and bulkier, but have more capacity, so they run longer between charges. Choosing between the two depends on several factors, including mounting requirements and the amount of sunlight available at each location.

Typical runtime on a full charge, with no solar input:

Battery performance chart comparing lithium (28 Ah, 10.8 V, 1.5 kg) and lead-acid (35 Ah, 12 V, 10-12 kg) runtimes in days for each Hexanode device type. The same figures are in the table below.

Device	Lithium battery (28 Ah, 10.8 V, 1.5 kg)	Lead-acid battery (35 Ah, 12 V, 10-12 kg)
SiteHive Hexanode Noise+Dust	8 days	11 days
SiteHive Hexanode Dust+Weather	8 days	10 days
SiteHive Hexanode Dust	8 days	11 days
SiteHive Hexanode Noise	20 days	28 days
SiteHive Hexanode Vibration	21 days	29 days
SiteHive Hexanode Weather	19 days	26 days

💡 Avoid running a battery flat: deep discharges significantly reduce the number of recharge cycles the battery can deliver.

The two battery options shown with a SiteHive Hexanode Noise+Dust and solar setup:

Two SiteHive Hexanode Noise+Dust solar mounting setups side by side: the compact white lithium battery on the left frame, and the larger black lead-acid battery box on the right frame.

Next: keep an eye on performance through the winter months with Keep Devices Online and Powered Up during winter, and see real installations in the Deployment Gallery.