AKCP sensorProbeX+ SPX8-X60 – Modular monitoring platform for data centres and industry
AKCP sensorProbeX+ SPX8-X60
The AKCP sensorProbeX+ SPX8-X60 is one of the most advanced monitoring systems for server rooms and data centers. With eight RJ45 smart sensor ports and 60 configurable dry contacts, it combines reliable environmental monitoring with seamless integration of external systems. Featuring a robust 2U design, energy efficiency of only 1 watt, and industrial-grade durability, the SPX8-X60 is a top-class modular monitoring platform for IT and industrial environments.
Comprehensive IT Infrastructure Monitoring
The SPX8-X60 captures and supervises a wide range of critical parameters for safe IT infrastructure monitoring, including temperature, humidity, airflow, smoke detection, power supply, and physical access. With flexible expansion and dry contact integration, it supports AKCP sensors as well as third-party systems like fire alarms, UPS, and access control units.
Technical Highlights
- 8 intelligent RJ45 sensor ports
- 60 dry contact ports configurable as input/output
- SNMP v1/v2/v3, MQTT/MQTTS, Syslog, HTTPS supported
- Power over Ethernet for simplified installation
- Robust aluminum housing, 2U rack form factor
- MTBF over 10 million hours, fanless design
- Only 1 Watt energy consumption
Sensor Integration and Expansion
The SPX8-X60 supports all AKCP sensors for complete coverage:
- Temperature and humidity sensors for climate control
- Airflow sensors for rack/cooling monitoring
- Thermal map sensors for rack-level analysis
- Smoke sensors for early fire detection
- Power sensors for AC/DC load monitoring
- RFID swing handle locks for access security
Expansion modules further extend functionality with relays, analog inputs, UPS modules, GSM/4G modems, or additional sensor ports.
Dry Contact Integration
With 60 dry contacts, the SPX8-X60 integrates tightly with building and security systems. Configure contacts as triggers or controls to monitor fire alarms, UPS, HVAC, and access systems, or to activate relays, emergency lighting, or ventilation — linking IT monitoring with building automation.
Network Integration
- SNMP monitoring for Nagios, PRTG, WhatsUp Gold, check_MK
- HTTPS web interface for secure admin access
- MQTT/MQTTS for IoT and cloud applications
- Syslog for centralized logging
- VPN and encrypted e-mail notifications for remote sites
Reliability and Durability
Designed for uninterrupted 24/7 operation, the SPX8-X60 features industrial standards: operating range 0–70 °C (–25 °C in industrial versions), fanless design, and aluminum construction. Each unit undergoes a 96-hour burn-in test for maximum dependability.
Modular Expansion
Expansion via BEB and RS485 allows for local and remote module integration up to 300 meters. Supported options include:
- sensor4 modules for extra ports
- Thermal map sensors for rack monitoring
- RFID locks and physical security modules
- Relay/Analog I/O expansion
- 4G modem with GPS
- Internal mini UPS
Application Areas
- Server room monitoring – environmental and network safety
- Data center monitoring – scalable for thousands of sensors
- Facility management – integration with building controls
- Industrial environments – process and safety monitoring
- Telecom sites – redundant remote monitoring with GSM/GPS
Future-Proof Monitoring
The AKCP sensorProbeX+ SPX8-X60 is more than a measuring device; it is a modular monitoring platform for IT, industry, and telecom. With scalable dry contact integration, multi-protocol compatibility, and extensive alarm features, it provides holistic monitoring and active security management for critical infrastructures.
AKCP sensorProbeX+ SPX8-X60
SPX8-X60 (Technical data AKCP manufacturer specifications)
| Parameter | Details |
|---|---|
| Dimensions | 474.9 mm (W) x 88.4 mm (H) x 427.4 mm (D), 2U design |
| Expansion ports | EXP port for connection to EXP remote units BEB port for connection of max. 2x SPX+ BEB remote units |
| Mounting | Horizontal 2U mounting DIN rail mounting |
| Power supply | External power adapter 5.5 V / 3 A Input voltage/current: 100–240V AC, 0.22 A Options: – Power over Ethernet (PoE) – Dual 12–24 VDC internal power supply – Dual 40–60 VDC internal power supply |
| Status indicators | LED for power supply LED for network connection LED for sensor status and threshold alarms Internal buzzer for alarms |
| Components | Highly integrated, energy-efficient SMT technology for long-term reliability |
| Operating environment | Temperature: 0 °C to 70 °C (Industrial option: -25 °C to +70 °C) Humidity: 20 % to 80 % (non-condensing) |
| MTBF | 10,950,000 hours (based on field experience with sensorProbe+) |
| Base unit | 8x ports for intelligent sensors 60x dry contacts (potential-free) 1x EXP / Modbus / RS485 interface 1x BEB port 2U rack mounting with brackets |
| Max. sensor count | Maximum 150 online sensors (including expansion modules and virtual sensors) |
| SPX+ expansion modules | – 8x sensor port modules for AKCP sensors or cabinet door locks – 60x dry contact modules (3 configurations): • configurable I/O (0VDC/5VDC) • input only, 5VDC, optically isolated • isolated contact input (5–30VDC) • isolated AC detection (5–30VAC @44mA) – 4x mini relays for controlling larger relays – 4x 0–5VDC / 4–20mA inputs for third-party sensors – 2x 0–5VDC / 4–20mA inputs + 2x mini relays – valve control module |
| Optional | – internal mini UPS: 4x AA batteries – internal 40–60 VDC power supply – 4G cellular modem with external antenna – Power over Ethernet (PoE) – internal DC power supply |
| Max. users | 500 users (standard: 100 users) |
| Supported protocols | Rsyslog MQTT / MQTTS SNMP v1/v2 IPv6* RADIUS* TACACS* HTTPS Encrypted email |
| Licensing | – VPN: Connection to AKCPro Server via Ethernet or cellular network – Virtual sensor pack: 5 sensors per pack, max. 80 – Each SPX+ contains 10 free virtual sensors – Modbus/PMS: Up to 4 Modbus devices with 15 sensors each – Access control up to 500 users – IPv6 support – RADIUS user authentication – TACACS authentication via RADIUS |
| Important notes | – Max. 60 Modbus RS485 sensors (including virtual sensors and Modbus devices) – Max. 60 Modbus TCP/IP sensors (including virtual sensors and Modbus devices) * Some features require additional licenses |