Description
Features
- 2 Axis Precision Ultrasonic Anemometer
- Robust Stainless Steel Construction
- ATEX, IECEx & UKEX certification for use in Hazardous Areas
- Low DC Voltage Power Supply.
- Galvanic Isolation
- Reduce Offshore Maintenance Costs
- Gill or NMEA Digital Output
- Averaging/Gusts to WMO Guidelines
- 0-75m/s (0-168mph) Wind Speed Operation
- Over 10 Years Proven Service Worldwide
- Factory Calibrated For Life
Specifications
Wind Speed Specifications
Range: | 0-75m/s (0-168mph) |
Starting Threshold: | 0.01m/s |
Accuracy: | ±2% @ 12m/s |
Resolution: | 0.01m/s |
Wind Direction Specifications
Range: | 0-359° (no dead band) |
Accuracy: | ±4° |
Resolution: | 1° |
Measurement
Ultrasonic Output Rate: | 1Hz, 2Hz or 4Hz |
Parameters: | UV, Polar and NMEA |
Units: | m/s, knots, mph, kph, ft/min |
Averaging: | 0 to 3,600 seconds |
Digital Output
Communication:
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RS422, Full Duplex, WindObserver IS to LVPCI RS232 and RS422 (Data from LVPCI) System Data Lines Opto Isolated and Protected with Zener Barriers |
Baud Rates: | 1200, 2400, 4800, 9600, 19200. |
Formats: | 8 bit data; odd, even or no parity |
Anemometer Status: | Supplied as Part of Standard Gill Message (NMEA Output Includes V and A Codes as Part of the Message |
Power Option
Option: | DC Supply (LVPCI) | ![]() |
Input Power: | 9 to 30vDC @ 200mA Max | |
Galvanic Isolation: | Between Input Power and WindObserver IS | |
Anemometer Supply: | 6-12vDC, 30mA Peak (from PCI or LVPCI All Circuits Protected to 0.8 Joules |
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PSU Enclosure: | Fibox Euronord Polyester | |
Dimensions: | 260 x 160 x 93mm | |
Weight: | 2.4Kg | |
IP Rating: | IP54 | |
Operating Conditions: | -30 to +60°C, 5-95%RH | |
EMC: | EN 61326-2-1:2013, EN 61204-3:2000, EN 60945:2002 clause 9 and 10 |
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Approvals: | ATEX, IECEX & UKEX Certification |