The Flexs Q5 is an ultra-low-power remote telemetry unit (RTU) built for off-grid and hard-to-reach sites where reliability and efficient data acquisition are non-negotiable. It measures system voltages directly, hosts an intuitive on-board web interface for setup and live monitoring, and gives you local visibility through a compact front-panel display and control knob—so you can commission, verify, and troubleshoot without a laptop. Designed to run directly from typical DC battery banks used in solar, telecom, and industrial applications, the Q5 streamlines deployment while keeping ongoing data usage modest.
Product Overview
The Flexs Q5 is an ultra-low-power remote telemetry unit (RTU) built for off-grid and hard-to-reach sites where reliability and efficient data acquisition are non-negotiable. It measures system voltages directly, hosts an intuitive on-board web interface for setup and live monitoring, and gives you local visibility through a compact front-panel display and control knob—so you can commission, verify, and troubleshoot without a laptop. Designed to run directly from typical DC battery banks used in solar, telecom, and industrial applications, the Q5 streamlines deployment while keeping ongoing data usage modest.
Beyond its onboard I/O, the Q5 natively supports long 1-Wire sensor chains, letting you scatter dozens of temperature probes around enclosures, battery strings, or process equipment on a single bus. The platform also ships with firmware resources, scripting examples, and an SNMP MIB for integration with your existing SCADA/NMS tools—so it slots neatly into professional monitoring stacks.
Key features
- Runs directly from 12–48 V DC battery banks—ideal for remote solar/telecom power systems.
- Direct ±60 V measurement on Channel 1 out of the box (perfect for battery bank voltage).
- Local HMI: 1.3″ OLED display with rotary encoder to view measurements and operate relays at the panel.
- Native 1-Wire support for DS18B20 temperature sensors—up to 64 individually addressable sensors on one bus, with automatic discovery and checksum validation; 3.3 V sensor power available on-board.
- Clean 5 V regulated output with low-noise post-regulation for powering peripherals/sensors.
- SNMP MIB, quick-start guides, manuals, and scripting examples for fast, standards-based integration.
If you need a compact RTU that can be installed fast, read accurately, and sip power, the Q5 is a pragmatic choice. Its combination of local HMI, web-based configuration, and standards-friendly integration cuts setup time and reduces truck rolls. Add daisy-chained temperature sensors and you’ve got a simple, scalable way to improve asset protection and trend analysis across your site.
For higher-voltage measurement ranges (up to ~300 V DC with an accessory reducer) or specialized inputs like 4–20 mA, FlexSCADA provides documented configuration paths and accessories, extending the Q5’s usefulness from battery rooms to process instrumentation.
