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Davis Wind Speed and Direction Smart Sensor

$608.00

Compatible with all HOBO weather station loggers, HOBOware, and HOBOlink; requires no programming or extensive setup.

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Compatible with all HOBO weather station loggers, HOBOware, and HOBOlink. This sensor offers the same ease-of-use as existing Onset Smart Sensors, providing cost-effective HOBO weather stations for projects on a tight budget. Features a plug-in modular connector for easy installation, and all configuration parameters are stored in the sensor and automatically communicated to the logger, eliminating the need for programming or extensive setup.

  • Designed to meet World Meteorological Organization (WMO) guidelines

Also available in a wireless model for use with the HOBOnet Field Monitoring System.

In what environment does this sensor operate?

This sensor operates in an outdoor environment.

What measurements does this sensor support?

The S-WCF-M003 sensor supports the following measurement: Wind

Specifications
Wind Speed/Gust Wind Direction
Measurement Range 0 to 76 m/sec (0 to 170 mph) 0 to 355 degrees
Accuracy ±1.1 m/sec (±2 mph) or ±5% of reading, whichever is greater ±7 degrees
Resolution 0.5 m/sec (1.1 mph) 1 degrees (0 to 355 degrees)
Starting Threshold €°¤1 m/sec (2.2 mph) 1 m/sec (2.2 mph)
Measurement Definition Cup revolutions are accumulated every three seconds for the duration of the logging interval Wind speed: Average speed for the entire logging interval Gust speed: The highest three-second wind recorded during the logging interval See Measurement Operation. Unit vector averaging used; vector components for each wind measurement are calculated every three seconds for duration of logging interval (see Measurement Operation)
Operating Temperature Range -40°C to 65°C (-40°F to 149°F)
Environmental Rating Weatherproof
Housing Polycarbonate wind cups UV-resistant ABS wind vane and black-anodized aluminum anemometer arm
Bearing Type Sealed stainless steel
Turning Radius 108 mm (4.25 in.) Approximately 135 mm (5.25 in.)
Dimensions 470 x 191 x 121 mm (18.5 x 7.5 x 4.75 in.)
Weight 1.332 kg (2 lb, 15 oz)
Bits per Sample 8 for each channel, 24 total
Number of Data Channels* 3
Measurement Averaging Option Automatic averaging (see Measurement Operation)
Cable Length Available 3 m (9.8 ft)
Length of Smart Sensor Network Cable* 0.5 m (1.6 ft)