Network Requirements for Explosion-Proof Weather Stations: Scenarios and Considerations

Does an explosion-proof weather station require a network?

It depends on the specific use case.

If the device is only used for local meteorological data collection, display, and storage—such as in small, relatively independent industrial sites where on-site personnel occasionally check weather data—it may not necessarily require a network. It can directly display data through its own screen or store data in local storage devices.

However, many modern explosion-proof weather stations require a network to achieve more convenient functions. For example, to enable remote monitoring, managers can access the weather station’s data via the network from an office or other locations to obtain real-time updates on on-site weather conditions. Additionally, when integrating with other corporate systems—such as production management systems—to use meteorological data as a reference for production decisions, a network becomes essential. Some explosion-proof weather stations also use wireless transmission methods like 4G or 5G to transmit data, making them suitable for installation in areas where cabling is difficult.

When network functionality is required, special attention must be paid to the explosion-proof certification of wireless communication modules to ensure they meet safety requirements for flammable and explosive environments. Industrial-grade communication modules should be selected to guarantee network stability, and encrypted transmission protocols should be adopted to prevent data leaks. Therefore, whether to configure a network should be determined by comprehensively considering monitoring scope, management needs, and on-site communication conditions. For scenarios without network requirements, low-cost local devices can be chosen, while models with secure communication capabilities are necessary for remote interaction needs.