SensMax TAC-B 3D-WP Outdoor People Counting Radar
- Operation principle:mmWave 60GHz radar
- Internet connection :WiFi 2.4 GHz/WPA2-PSK/WPA2-ENTERPRISE
- Control zone:Up to 100m² area, 10m wide pathways, 120° viewing angle
- Qty of control points:Up to 5 user-defined counting lines and zones
- GDPR/Privacy law:Anonymous people detection, 100% compliant, no filming
- Enclosure :Polycarbonate plastic, IP68 protection
Camera-free radar with Wi-Fi connectivity for real-time pedestrian and cyclist counting. It works in any light or weather and supports up to 100 m² coverage with up to five counting lines/zones.
SensMax TAC-B 3D-WP Outdoor People Counting Radar
The SensMax TAC-B 3D-WP is a Wi-Fi connected outdoor radar sensor designed for live pedestrian and cyclist counting on streets, paths, and public areas. It relies on mmWave radar instead of cameras, delivering reliable results in daylight, at night, and during any weather conditions.
Small, IP68-sealed radar sensor for continuous outdoor footfall tracking.
How It Works
A 60 GHz radar module measures movement direction and speed, then classifies objects as IN or OUT. You can configure up to five virtual lines or counting zones inside the detection field (~10 m distance, ~120° angle, ~100 m² surface). All data is sent instantly over Wi-Fi to online dashboards where users view trends, occupancy, and traffic flow statistics.
Footfall statistics appear in real time with line and zone controls.
Installation & Privacy
The sensor can be fixed to a wall, lamp post, or pole at ~2.5 m height. Once powered, it connects to Wi-Fi (open, WPA2-PSK, hidden SSID, or Enterprise). Its sealed polycarbonate body (IP68) keeps out dust, rain, and snow, requiring little or no maintenance. Detection is anonymous by design — no cameras, no images, full GDPR compliance.
Key Technical Advantages
- Resilient outdoors — unaffected by glare, shade, or adverse weather.
- Configurable areas — up to 5 virtual lines/zones within a 100 m² field.
- Pedestrian/bike split — radar speed data distinguishes walkers from cyclists.
- Wi-Fi ready — works with standard and Enterprise networks.
- Data sharing — dashboards, API, MQTT, webhooks, plus email/Telegram alerts.
- Rugged housing — IP68 protection for long-term outdoor use.
Real-World Applications
- Park trails — understand daily and seasonal visitor patterns for upkeep.
- Downtown promenades — evaluate pedestrian and bicycle flows for safe city planning.
- Busy junctions — check occupancy at crossings and assign staff accordingly.
- Tourist hotspots — spot peak times, adjust routing, and manage signage.
Business Impact
With real-time counts, you know how spaces are used throughout the day. Peaks and quiet hours are clear, helping you deploy resources more effectively. Cleaning and waste services can be scheduled based on actual usage. Staff or rangers can be assigned to busy zones, and signage or diversions adjusted when crowds appear. Because data transfers automatically via Wi-Fi, there is no manual logging. Reports are easy to share across departments to justify budgets or plan improvements.
Example in Action
In a coastal park, TAC-B 3D-WP units were installed at path entrances. Data revealed the busiest routes and times. Maintenance teams used this insight to schedule bin emptying after afternoon peaks, place patrols at crowded areas, and guide visitors with updated signage during festivals.
SensMax TAC-B 3D-WP Technical Details
| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| Typical applications | outdoor people counting on city streets and promenades, people counting in parks, people counting on walking trails, pedestrian counting, bicycle counting, queue management in open areas, occupancy monitoring at crossings, occupancy monitoring at bus stops, occupancy monitoring at event areas |
| People counting technology | 60 GHz mmWave radar; non-camera detection for privacy compliance. |
| Counting options | Up to 5 user-defined counting lines or zones; per-zone and grouped occupancy. |
| Detection area | ≈10 m range with ≈120° field of view (≈100 m²); suitable for paths up to ≈10 m wide. |
| Movement tracking | Bidirectional IN/OUT with speed measurement; pedestrian/cyclist separation. |
| Connectivity | Wi-Fi 2.4 GHz (open, WPA2-PSK, hidden, and WPA2-Enterprise). |
| Integrations & alerts | Online reports, API export, MQTT, webhooks; Telegram and email notifications. |
| Privacy & compliance | Anonymous detection, no filming; 100% GDPR-compliant. |
| Enclosure | Polycarbonate housing; IP68 weather/dust protection; low maintenance. |
| Accuracy (vendor data) | ≈99% at ~1 person/m²; >93% at ~3 persons/m² (setup/conditions dependent). |
| Storage & backup | microSD card (typically 16 GB) for buffering during connectivity loss. |
| Power | 12 V DC, 0.5 A. |
| Recommended mounting | Sidewall or pillar at ~2.5 m height; aim coverage with adjustable bracket; fine-tune for height, path width, traffic intensity, and speed. |
| Dimensions | 80 × 80 × 45 mm. |
System Architecture & Data Flow
The SensMax TAC-B 3D-WP performs edge processing on the device and sends encrypted event data directly to the SensMax Cloud platform. The radar measures distance, speed and direction, classifies objects as pedestrians or cyclists, and generates anonymous count events without any images or personal identifiers. Only metadata — direction, timestamp, speed class and zone ID — is transmitted to the cloud via Wi-Fi.
In the cloud, events are aggregated into time-series datasets that power real-time dashboards, historical analytics and occupancy metrics for each path, zone or sensor group. Data can be accessed through the SensMax web portal, exported to CSV/PDF reports, or streamed into external systems via API, MQTT or webhooks.
- Sensor layer — mmWave radar with on-board filtering of noise and static objects; local IN/OUT direction detection; pedestrian/cyclist separation; microSD buffering during connectivity loss.
- Connectivity layer — secure device-to-cloud uplink over Wi-Fi; works with standard and Enterprise networks.
- Cloud & analytics layer — SensMax Cloud stores and processes data for dashboards, heatmaps, occupancy views and long-term statistics.
- Integration layer — REST API, MQTT streams and webhooks for Smart City platforms, BI tools and third-party applications.
Typical data flow: TAC-B 3D-WP radar → Wi-Fi network → SensMax Cloud & API / MQTT broker → dashboards, reports, alerts and third-party systems.
Radar vs Camera / IR / PIR — Technology Comparison
Compared to camera-based people counters or simple IR/PIR sensors, mmWave radar offers stable performance outdoors in all light and weather conditions while keeping monitoring fully anonymous. The table below highlights the key differences.
| Feature | TAC-B mmWave radar | Camera counters | IR / PIR sensors |
|---|---|---|---|
| Privacy |  Anonymous, no images, GDPR compliant |  Captures faces/video, sensitive data | No images |
| Lighting & weather performance | Works day/night, in sun, rain, fog, snow | Affected by glare, shadows, low light |  OK, but snowy weather can affect |
| Coverage width | Up to ≈10 m wide areas | Depends on lens; several cameras needed | ≈9 m |
| Object classification | Pedestrians vs cyclists | Possible via video analytics | No classification |
| Installation & maintenance | No lens cleaning, minimal maintenance | Requires cleaning, re-calibration | Simple installation but limited use |
Integration & Compatibility
The TAC-B 3D-WP is designed for easy integration into Smart City, transport and environmental analytics platforms. All count events are available in the SensMax Cloud web interface and can be delivered in real time to external systems.
- REST API for cloud-to-cloud data exchange and custom dashboards.
- MQTT streams for real-time people flow and occupancy feeds into Smart City brokers.
- Webhooks to trigger external logic, alarms or automation when thresholds are reached.
- CSV/PDF exports for reports, funding applications and long-term planning documents.
Installation & Maintenance Notes
The TAC-B 3D-WP is built for quick deployment and long-term unattended operation in outdoor environments.
- Mounting — install on a sidewall, lamp post or pole at ≈2.5-3 m height using an adjustable bracket; aim the radar to cover the target path or crossing.
- Power — 12 V DC supply.
- Configuration — define up to 5 counting lines or zones, set traffic direction and fine-tune sensitivity and speed thresholds.
- Maintenance — sealed IP68 housing, no lens cleaning, no regular service visits required in normal operation.
- Deployment time — a typical installation takes ≈30 minutes per device once power and mounting points are prepared.
FAQ — Frequently Asked Questions
Does the TAC-B 3D-WP capture images or video?
No. The radar measures presence, distance and speed only. It does not create images or video, so all monitoring is anonymous and GDPR compliant.
How accurate is the outdoor counting?
Under typical conditions accuracy is about 99% at ≈1 person/m² and >93% at ≈3 persons/m², assuming correct mounting and configuration.
Can the sensor distinguish pedestrians from cyclists?
Yes. The radar uses speed and motion profile to separate slower pedestrians from faster cyclists and similar objects such as e-scooters.
Will it work in rain, snow or fog?
Yes. 60 GHz mmWave radar is not affected by lighting conditions or typical weather, so the device operates reliably in sun, shade, rain, fog and snow.
What happens if Wi-Fi connectivity is lost?
If the Wi-Fi connection is temporarily unavailable, events are buffered to the internal microSD card and automatically uploaded to the cloud once connectivity is restored.
Can the TAC-B 3D-WP operate fully off-grid?
Power is supplied via 12 V DC. For remote locations, Wi-Fi backhaul can use outdoor access points or mesh nodes provided by the project integrator.
Is API access available?
Yes. SensMax Cloud provides REST API, MQTT and webhooks so you can integrate people counting data into Smart City platforms, BI tools or custom applications.
How many sensors can be deployed in one project?
There is no strict limit. Multiple TAC-B 3D-WP sensors can be deployed across a city or region, with aggregated dashboards and reports in SensMax Cloud.
Can it count people moving in groups?
Yes. Direction-prediction logic and wide coverage help maintain high accuracy even when people walk in groups or cross the path at different angles.
What warranty and support options are available?
SensMax provides standard warranty and technical support for TAC-B 3D-WP devices. Firmware updates and configuration changes can be performed remotely via the cloud platform.
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