ESC 8816 Data Logger Keypad Display Interface Module

The ESC 8816 Data Logger is a robust, multi-channel data acquisition and logging device designed for environmental monitoring, industrial process control, and air quality applications. Manufactured by Environmental Systems Corporation (now part of Thermo Fisher Scientific), this keypad display interface module serves as the user interface for the 8816 series, featuring a backlit LCD screen, alphanumeric keypad, and function buttons for real-time data viewing, configuration, and logging control. It supports integration with various sensors for parameters like temperature, humidity, gas concentrations, and particulate matter. Key benefits include high reliability in harsh environments, expandable input channels (up to 16 analog/digital), and data storage capabilities with RS-232/485 communication for remote access. Advantages over similar products, such as basic handheld loggers, include its modular design for easy upgrades, superior data accuracy (±0.1% full scale), and compliance with EPA standards for ambient air monitoring. Drawbacks may include its older technology (circa 2001), lacking modern USB/Ethernet connectivity, which could require adapters for current systems, and a bulkier form factor compared to compact modern alternatives. Ideal for stack emissions testing, meteorological stations, and laboratory use, it provides cost-effective, durable performance for long-term data collection.