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To help you maintain Total Fleet Visibility, the SkyBitz suite of sensors allows you to track status changes based on particular events. You can decide if you would like to know if a door is opened, if there is a change in the cargo status of a load, or a trailer is hooked to which tractor. When the Cargo, Door or Tractor/Trailer ID Sensors alerts you to a change in status, you can get this security message sent via email to your computer, pager, or cell phone. All of these sensors provide invaluable tools to help you drive operational efficiencies.

Door Sensor

The SkyBitz Door Sensor maximizes both security and fleet efficiency by giving you trailer status updates based on door open/close events. The Door Sensor is easily mounted on the door frame and is directly connected to the Mobile Terminal.

Specifications for the Door Sensor

Type Ferrous Proximity - Senses the presence of ferrous metal
Operation Normally Closed with Door Open
"Make" Contact Distance 1/2" Typical
"Break Contact Distance 5/8" Typical
Hysterisis 3/64" Typical
Bounce Time 1.5ms Max
Operating Life 10,000,000 Operations
Temperature: -40 Deg C to 125 Deg C
Shock: 30 G Max
Mounting Stainless Steel Pop Rivets - Internal mount to door header
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Door Sensor


Door Sensor

Cargo Sensor

The SkyBitz Cargo Sensor utilizes ultrasonic technology to monitor the entire length of the trailer. A typical pallet of goods can be detected virtually anywhere in the trailer over a wide range of environmental conditions. Unlike other cargo sensors, the SkyBitz Cargo Sensor is easily installed in a safe location to minimize load damage. SkyBitz designed their Cargo Sensor to be just as easy to install as their Mobile Terminal. The SkyBitz Mobile Terminal is connected by a cable to the Cargo Sensor.

Specifications for the Cargo Sensor

Dimensions 5.0 In x 6.0 In x 2.5 In
12.7 cm x 15.2 cm x 6.4 cm
Power Input Internal: 3.6V lithium-thionyl chloride primary batteries
External: 9 to 18V DC
Weight (w/batteries) Approximately 1 lb
Operating Temperature -40 °C to 70 °C
Storage Temperature -55 °C to 85 °C
Vibration 2G rms, MIL-STD-810D, Method 514.4
Shock 30G, MIL-STD-810F, Method 516.5 Procedure 1
Salt Fog SAE J 1455 4.3.3 for a duration of 24 hours
Humidity 100% Humidity (SAE J 1455 4.2.3 requirements)
Interface RS 485
Mounting Direct mount using 3M VHB tape on back of the Cargo Sensor or optional VHB tape mounting brackets


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Cargo Sensor


Cargo Sensor

Reefer Control Solution

The SkyBitz Reefer Control Solution interfaces directly to the microprocessors of reefer units provided by all major manufacturers through StarTrak’s ReeferTrak® module. By integrating the SkyBitz GLS 210 Mobile Terminal with StarTrak’s ReeferTrak® module SkyBitz Reefer Control adds an unprecedented level of visibility to any reefer business with the benefits of coverage provided by satellite technology at an aggressive price point. From your desktop, monitor the temperature of the cargo’s environment and the status of your machinery protecting your cargo. The SkyBitz Reefer Control Solution lets you make critical changes over-the-air through the SkyBitz network, control the reefer temperature set-point or clear alarms.

Reefer Cables


Reefer Cables

Tractor/Trailer ID

The SkyBitz Tractor/Trailer ID augments current asset tracking by remotely and accurately identifying the tractor that is hooked to your trailer. With the new SkyBitz Tractor/Trailer ID fleets can rest assured that the correct tractor is picking up the correct trailer. The tractor and trailer notification is communicated through the SkyBitz Mobile Terminal and displayed on the InSight web portal for ease of use.

Specifications for the Tractor/Trailer ID

Dimensions 2.8 In x 2.4 In x 0.55 In
7.0 cm x 6.0 cm x 15.0 cm
Power Power from tractor power via 7 way connector 9V DC to 16V DC
Weight 2.4 oz
Operating Temperature -40 °C to 85 °C
Storage Temperature -55 °C to 85 °C
Vibrations 2G rms, MIL-STD-810D, Method 514.4
Shock 30G rms, MIL-STD-810F, Method 516.5 Procedure 1
Salt Fog SAE J I455 4.3.3 for a duration of 24 hours
Humidity 100%
Interface RS 485

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Trailer Tether Sensor and External Power Module


Tractor/Trailer ID