Wind Vane

It measures wind direction with high accuracy and reliability thanks to its wear-free rotation technology. Made of aluminium and high strength plastic.

SKU: 14567 Category:

Description

High performance technology

The wind vane measures wind direction with high accuracy and reliability thanks to its wear-free rotation technology.

It can be connected to any conventional datalogger to perform the data storage and its subsequent downloading and monitoring on a computer. It features a RS-485 serial port with MODBUS-RTU protocol or an analog output.

Its high performance makes it ideal for all kind of wind monitoring applications.

Rugged and weatherproof design

The instrument has a rugged design and is made of aluminium and high strength plastic to ensure proper operation in the field. The optional heater activates automatically at temperatures around 4ºC, preventing the accumulation of ice and snow and allowing precise measurements at low temperatures or during and after a snowfall.

Technical specifications

Sensor specifications

  • Range: 0º to 360º
  • Resolution: 2º
  • Accuracy: ±2º

Electrical specifications

  • Power supply voltage: 12 or 24 VDC
  • Power consumption: 20 mA (max.)
  • Heater supply voltage: 24 VDC
  • Heater consumption: 800 mA (max.)
  • Output signal: 4 to 20 mA or RS-485

Mechanical specifications

  • Working temperature: -30ºC to 70ºC
  • Material: aluminium and high strength plastic
  • Dimensions: ∅ 232 x 327 mm
  • Weight: 350 g