Description
The WindSonic M features an impact resistant, corrosion-free, hard anodised Aluminium alloy housing with optional heating system to the same proven WindSonic technology. The WindSonic M Ultrasonic anemometer is ideally suited to the harshest environmental conditions. This can be Marine or low temperature installations as low as -40°C with the optional heating.
Features
- Wind Speed & Direction Sensor
- 0-60m/s (116 knots) Wind Speed
- 0-359° Wind Direction
- WMO Compliant gust wind speed and directions
- Vibration BS EN 60945:2002
- Impact Resistance to UL2219 Class 1
- NMEA Output
- RS485 Modbus RTU Output
- Hard anodised Aluminium alloy construction
- Optional heating allow -40°C Operation
- 24 Month Warranty
- Free WindCom Software
Typical Applications
- Data buoys
- Marine vessels
- Ports and harbours
- Offshore helipads
- Road & rail tunnels
- Remote island weather stations
- Coastal weather monitoring stations
Specifications
Wind Speed Range | 0-60m/s (0-116 knots) | |||
Wind Direction | 0-360° (no dead band) | |||
Starting Threshold | 0.01m/s | |||
Accuracy | Wind Speed 2%, Direction 2° @ 12m/s | |||
Resolution | Wind Speed 0.01m/s, Direction 0.1° | |||
Ultrasonic Output Rate | 0.25, 0.5, 1, 2 or 4Hz | |||
Parameters | Speed & Direction or U & V Vectors | |||
Units | m/s, knots, mph, kph, ft/min | |||
Power Supply | 5-30vDC (Output Dependant) | |||
Housing Material | Al Alloy 6061 T6 with Hard Anodised finish | |||
Size | 142 x 163mm | |||
Weight | 0.9Kg |
WindSonic M Output Options
Heating Option: | 24vAC/DC (4.2A @ 24V) |
Option 1: | RS232, RS422, RS485 and NMEA |
Option 2: | RS232, RS422, RS485 and NMEA plus 2 x Analogue Outputs: 0-5V, 0-20mA or 4-20mA |
Baud Rates: | 2400 to 38400. |
Anemometer Status: | Supplied as part of standard message |