ASPION G-log – FAQ & Support

The ASPION G-Log 2 has an intelligent algorithm for climate recording and can be operated interval- and/or event-based (i.e. with values outside self-defined threshold values). The algorithm and the recording method are as follows:

In the interval-based recording of climate data, temperature and relative humidity are measured every 15 minutes and recorded at the set interval of activity events, e.g. every 4 hours, independent of threshold values as an event with date and time with a value for temperature and relative humidity each in the ring buffer.

With event-based recording, the climate data is measured every 5 minutes. Each newly measured value is compared with the last measured value. If the last value was within the permitted range and the new value is outside the permitted range, an event is recorded. If the last measured value was already outside the permitted range and the new value is also outside the permitted range, an event is not recorded until the new value differs from the last value by 0.6° C or 4.1% rH. However, if the new value is within the permitted range, the last measured value is recorded as the last value outside the permitted range as an event. This algorithm shows exactly to 5 minutes when the allowed threshold was left or returned.

Further information and examples can be found in the user manual, accessible via the "Help" function of the PC software or for downloading in the "Dashboard / Downloads" area here in the customer portal.

This can be due to the combination of interval and event-based recording. If, for example, a climate event was recorded at 6:57 p.m. because the threshold values were exceeded and an activity event is logged at 7:00 p.m., a further value is recorded shortly after the climate event that does not differ, or only slightly, from the last value.

You can use an ASPION G-Log 2 data logger to record temperature and humidity values only. Create your own profile and simply deactivate shock recording. For more details on the intelligent recording of climate data, please visit the Climate Monitoring webpage.

Since the relative humidity is subject to very large deviations when the temperature changes (e.g. day temperature 20° C, night temperature 8° C), the threshold values for the relative humidity must be selected accordingly. Our recommendations:

• If the goods are packed corrosion-proof with appropriate film and desiccant, set the threshold value for relative humidity to 40%. Corrosion can already start at a relative humidity of > 40 %.
• If the goods are not sensitive to corrosion, deactivate the threshold value for relative humidity. An interval recording of the rel. humidity is obtained from the set activity events with one value each for temperature and rel. humidity.

When communicating with the ASPION G-Log 2 (blue housing) there are always problems, communication fails more often. This is due to the NFC field of the card reader being too strong. This can be remedied by increasing the distance between the card reader and the data logger.

Solution: Either place something non-metallic with a height of approx. 4 mm between the card reader and the data logger yourself, e.g. a stack of paper or small round adhesives such as those used on chair legs to prevent scratching, or we will be happy to send you self-adhesive spacers free of charge by post: Simply reply via this this email link and state your number of card readers and address.

If the data logger still cannot be read out, please contact our support.

The ASPION G-Log Waterproof, the waterproof version of the ASPION G-Log, was discontinued in July 2024. You will of course continue to receive full assistance from our support team for devices that have already been delivered. Information about an alternative waterproof version of the ASPION G-Log Waterproof is available on request, please contact info@aspion.de.

We recommend the ASPION G-Log 2 Waterproof as a dustproof and waterproof alternative with extended functions such as BLE communication, replaceable battery and shock/vibration testing in accordance with transport standard.