Knowledge for your apiary
How the Fluxabee 4G Hive Scale Works
The Fluxabee 4G hive scale measures hive weight and ambient temperature every hour and sends readings over the cellular network to the Fluxabee app. It supports both 4G and 2G. The solar panel sits flush with the frame and the antenna is inside the construction, so nothing extends beyond the hive. This guide explains the sensors, connectivity and power supply, and when readings appear in the app.
Weight and temperature sensors
Four C3-class load cells sit at the corners of the scale, creating four support points for the hive. Its low, open frame leaves space beneath the hive floor. The scale measures hive weight and ambient temperature every hour. Review both measurement histories in the app alongside weather and your observations. Weight gains and losses need context: adding a box, removing frames or feeding also changes the reading.
See the construction and specifications of the Fluxabee 4G hive scale.
4G and 2G connectivity with a built-in SIM
Fluxabee 4G uses 4G or 2G, a built-in SIM and an antenna inside the frame. It needs no Wi-Fi or router, but compatible cellular coverage is required at the installation site. Each new scale includes its own first year of service. After that, access is included in Scale, Basic or Pro; scales above the plan allowance cost 5 EUR per year. Hourly measurement does not mean hourly transmission: sending adapts to battery charge and temperature, so readings may appear in the app later.
Solar panel and battery
The solar panel on Fluxabee 4G is integrated flush into the frame. It recharges the battery, while low-power electronics support extended use in the apiary. There is no separate panel to mount or cable to run to it. Available light, temperature and battery charge still affect operation and transmission frequency. In shade or winter, check the device's status and consult the guide for power and status-light information.
Sync with the Fluxabee app
Once readings have been transmitted, they appear in the Fluxabee app alongside your apiary history and inspection observations. Gain analysis helps distinguish sudden changes caused by beekeeping work from gradual weight changes. Weight-drop notifications depend on readings received by the server and your alert settings; they are not a real-time alarm. Before travelling to the apiary, activate the scale with its QR code and check its operation using the setup guide. At the apiary, place it beneath the hive and assign it to that hive in the app.
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Explore Fluxabee 4G in the shop and discover the app that brings measurements and apiary history together.