Heated WXT520 multi-parameter weather sensor with RS-232 communication protocol
Features
Measures the 6 most essential weather parameters combined in one rugged instrument
No moving parts for durability and long maintenance intervals
Easy integration with NexSens software, data logging & telemetry products
Details:
Vaisala now offers a new version of the popular WXT510 - the Vaisala WXT520 multi-parameter weather sensor! The WXT520 simultaneously measures wind speed and direction, liquid precipitation, barometric pressure, temperature and relative humidity - all in one instrument.
The wind speed and direction measurement is based on the ultrasonic Vaisala WINDCAP Sensor, which ensures accurate readings from any horizontal wind direction without blind angles and corrupted readings. Barometric pressure, temperature, and humidity measurements are combined in one, separate module using capacitive measurement for each parameter. The module can be changed without any contact with the internal sensors.
The precipitation measurement in the WXT520 is unique, as it measures accumulated rainfall, rain intensity and duration - all in real-time. It is based on the maintenance-free Vaisala RAINCAP sensor that provides more detailed information on precipitation compared to traditional tipping-bucket rain gauges.
The WXT520 housing with the mounting kit is water-resistant and classified to IP66, which means it is totally protected against dust and low-pressure jets of water. With this improved Ingress Protection rating, the WXT520 is an ideal solution for marine and buoy-based weather monitoring applications.
A number of optional features are offered for the WXT520, including a bird spike kit, USB connection, and surge protector. The wind and rain sensors can also be equipped with a heating element to prevent ice build-up and improve data quality in severe weather conditions. The bird spike kit helps to deter birds from the WXT520, and the USB connection facilitates connection to a PC as a service connector or when the PC is used as a terminal device.
The WXT520 multi-parameter weather sensor is commonly integrated with NexSens data logging and telemetry systems. This provides users with automatic data collection and the option of posting real-time data to a web-based datacenter. With solar and AC power options, the WXT520 is suitable for portable or permanent weather stations, dense networks, buildings, golf courses, marinas, harbors, and hotels - almost anywhere where real-time weather data is needed.
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