{"product_id":"smart-connector-1","title":"Smart Connector 1","description":"\u003ch1\u003eSTIHL Smart Connector 1 – Tool Fleet Management Made Simple\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eSTIHL Smart Connector 1\u003c\/strong\u003e is the heart of the \u003cstrong\u003eSTIHL connected\u003c\/strong\u003e system – a compact sensor that brings smart fleet management to your power tools. With a diameter of just under 5 cm, it mounts directly onto your machines and records their operating time whenever the motor is running, then sends this data via Bluetooth® to the STIHL connected App or STIHL connected Portal.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDesigned for professional users in \u003cstrong\u003egardening and landscaping, municipal services and forestry\u003c\/strong\u003e, as well as serious domestic users, the Smart Connector 1 gives you a clear overview of your entire tool fleet. You’ll always know which tools have been used, how long they’ve run, when maintenance is due and which machines are nearby at the end of the working day.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe data sent by the Smart Connector 1 unlocks the full potential of STIHL connected: from digital service records and maintenance reminders, to daily runtime analysis and streamlined servicing with your STIHL Approved Dealer. A built-in LED identification light and positioning aid also make it easy to assign and find the correct connector on each tool – especially useful in larger fleets and busy workshops.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNote:\u003c\/strong\u003e The STIHL Smart Connector 1 can be mounted on \u003cstrong\u003eSTIHL and third-party petrol, electric and battery-powered tools\u003c\/strong\u003e, making it a flexible solution for mixed fleets.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEnables digital fleet management via STIHL connected App and Portal\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRecords tool operating time whenever the motor is running\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eProvides maintenance reminders so servicing is never missed\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHelps plan tool usage, replacement and future purchasing based on hours run\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDaily runtime history and analysis available in the STIHL connected Portal\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eReal-time clock stores working time data until the next app connection\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEnd-of-day overview of which tools are in Bluetooth® range – helps identify missing machines\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSupports easier servicing via STIHL Approved Dealers with advance access to machine data\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBuilt-in LED makes each Smart Connector 1 easy to identify in larger fleets\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePositioning aid helps correct fitting on third-party tools\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eHow STIHL Connected Helps Your Business\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCentral overview:\u003c\/strong\u003e All tools and their service records in one digital system.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBetter uptime:\u003c\/strong\u003e Service prompts reduce unplanned downtime and surprise failures.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSmarter planning:\u003c\/strong\u003e Use operating hours to decide which tools to send to site, replace or expand.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSimplified admin:\u003c\/strong\u003e Digital history reduces paperwork and manual logbooks.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDealer support:\u003c\/strong\u003e Share tool data with your STIHL Approved Dealer to pre-plan workshop visits.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable style=\"width: 100%; 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padding: 8px; text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRecorded Data\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border: 1px solid #ddd; padding: 8px; text-align: left;\"\u003eOperating hours, daily runtime history, working time per day of use\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border: 1px solid #ddd; padding: 8px; text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMemory Function\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border: 1px solid #ddd; padding: 8px; text-align: left;\"\u003eReal-time clock stores working time until connection with app\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border: 1px solid #ddd; padding: 8px; text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTool Compatibility\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border: 1px solid #ddd; padding: 8px; text-align: left;\"\u003eSTIHL and third-party petrol, electric and battery tools (mounted on housing)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border: 1px solid #ddd; padding: 8px; text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTypical Users\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border: 1px solid #ddd; padding: 8px; text-align: left;\"\u003eGardening \u0026amp; landscaping, municipalities, forestry, professional grounds care\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFAQs\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat does the STIHL Smart Connector 1 actually measure?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt records the operating time of a tool while the motor is running and stores this data for transfer to the STIHL connected App or Portal.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCan I use the Smart Connector 1 on non-STIHL tools?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. The connector can be mounted on third-party petrol, electric or battery-powered tools, allowing mixed fleets to be managed in one system.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow does the Smart Connector 1 send data?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt uses Bluetooth® 4.2 to transmit data to the STIHL connected App or, via a Hub, into the STIHL connected Portal for fleet-wide analysis.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDo I need STIHL connected Portal as well as the App?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe STIHL connected App is ideal for smaller sets of tools or garden use, while the STIHL connected Portal is best for professional fleets that need deeper analysis and planning.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCan the Smart Connector 1 help with servicing and maintenance?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. Operating hours and usage data make it easy to plan service intervals and share machine information with your STIHL Approved Dealer in advance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDoes the connector show me which tools are nearby?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAt the end of the day you can open the STIHL connected App to see which tools are in range, helping you quickly check if anything is missing from the site or vehicle.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Stihl","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":57155187769718,"sku":"ST-CA02 400 4900","price":16.55,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0690\/6603\/1348\/files\/Stihl-Smart-Connector-1-On.png?v=1770029216","url":"https:\/\/www.gustharts.com\/products\/smart-connector-1","provider":"Gustharts","version":"1.0","type":"link"}