The GLOBAL STANDARD FOR EC
Eddy covariance (EC) has long been acknowledged as the gold standard for measuring ecosystem flux. And LI-COR systems are highly valued by scientists worldwide for EC analysis, demonstrated by more than 9,000 publications citing our instruments’ use. No matter what you are researching—carbon, methane, water vapor, or energy exchange in an ecosystem — LI-COR offers a complete range of next-generation and traditional EC solutions to capture the precise data you rely on.
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Proximal Sensing and Gross Ecosystem Productivity: Lessons Learned by Combining Flux Observations and Ground Spectral Sensors
Proximal Sensing and Gross Ecosystem Productivity: Lessons Learned by Combining Flux Observations and Ground Spectral Sensors
Trusted Performance and Expertise
After independent testing, LI-COR EC instruments were chosen as the exclusive solution for the Integrated Carbon Observing System (ICOS) and the National Ecological Observatory Network (NEON). They are also the most commonly used systems throughout the global FLUXNET community. Much of the credit for the trust placed in our instruments belongs to the scientists who are using them, and the outstanding results they’ve produced. Our team of scientists can help with your research efforts by matching you with the right solution for your needs, and ensuring your implementation is successful.
Made for Real-World Conditions
Finding answers can take your research to far-flung locations, so LI-COR EC solutions are designed to deliver accurate data under demanding field conditions. Systems can be solar powered, and data can be transmitted via cellular and satellite connections to ensure access to measurement data.
Actionable, Configurable Data
LI-COR can help you lead the way in discovery with EC systems that deliver fully computed results—using peer-reviewed best practices—in real-time. You can begin receiving actionable data starting day one.
Flexibility of Solutions
LI-COR EC systems—including both our next-gen and traditional EC instruments—ccan function as standalone solutions or work in conjunction with each other to capture larger spatial scales.
A More Complete Picture
In addition to carbon dioxide flux and evapotranspiration, LI-COR EC systems measure sensible heat flux, latent heat flux, and bio-meteorological (biomet) parameters, providing a more complete, data-rich picture of your environment.
YOUR GUIDE TO EDDY COVARIANCE
Download our free book, Eddy Covariance Method for Scientific, Regulatory and Commercial Applications, to learn more about this globally trusted method of measurement. This comprehensive text includes hundreds of illustrations, examples, and references on the theory, applications, and practical aspects of EC, as well as guides to getting the most from your LI-COR EC products.
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Whatever questions you have about diverse environmental challenges, LI-COR has the EC instruments you can rely on to find answers. Our next-generation Carbon Node and Water Node are not only scalable, they’re also quickly deployable, and deliver actionable data from day one. LI-COR’s traditional EC systems offer broader capabilities with even higher levels of precision. We can help you determine the right solution that matches your research requirements and budget.
Design Your Own SystemNext Gen EC Systems
The Carbon Node
Simplified, Scalable Carbon Flux
An all-new, automated carbon flux measurement solution that gives you industry-leading ease of use, faster access to actionable information, and the ability to scale.
The Water Node
Simplified, Scalable Evapotranspiration
The automated actual evapotranspiration measurement solution that delivers accuracy, ease of use, quick access to actionable information, and the ability to scale.
Traditional EC Systems
LI-7500DS
Open Path CO2/H2O Analyzer
High-accuracy and precision carbon, water vapor, and energy flux measurements with an open-path analyzer. Compatible with LI-7700 for methane flux measurements.
LI-7200RS
Enclosed CO2/H2O Analyzer
High-accuracy and precision carbon, water vapor, and energy flux measurements with an enclosed-path analyzer. Compatible with LI-7700 for methane flux measurements.
LI-7700
Open Path CH4 Analyzer
This proven, field-ready methane flux analyzer has an open-path design that reduces power consumption.
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DATA ANALYSIS OPTIONS
EddyPro + Smartflux
Compatible with LI-7500DS, LI-7200RS, LI-7700
LI-COR’s traditional EC instruments offer highly configurable data-processing capabilities through EddyPro with SmartFlux and cloud access options.
LI-COR Cloud
Compatible with: Carbon Node and the Water Node
The next-gen Water Node and Carbon Node offer automated data processing and QAQC through a new, user-friendly interface for real-time access from anywhere.
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EDDY COVARIANCE RESOURCES
Take advantage of these webinars and other resources to get the most from your EC solutions.
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We’re ready to discuss your specific research needs, help you determine which EC solutions are right for you, or to assist with a quote. Reach out to LI-COR today.
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