HOBO Contact Closure Pulse Input Adapter

The Onset Contact Closure Pulse Input Adapter connects sensors with pulse outputs to data loggers with smart-sensor inputs.

Features

  • Plug-n-play adapter for pulse output sensors
  • Automatically recognized by H21, U30, RX2100 & RX3000 stations
  • Compatible with contact closures, such as tipping-bucket rain gauges
$109.00
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Overview
The Overview Contact Closure Pulse Input Adapter connects sensors with pulse outputs to data loggers with smart-sensor inputs. This smart sensor is compatible with contact closures, such as tipping-bucket rain gauges or reed switches, with a maximum input frequency of 2 Hz (2 pulses per second) and a preferred switch type of normally open.

Maximum input frequency: 2 Hz (2 pulses per second)
Measurement range: 0 – 65,533 pulses per logging interval
Resolution: 1 pulse
Lockout time: 327 ms ± 10%
Recommended input type: Mechanical contact closure (example: reed switch in a tipping-bucket rain gauge)
Preferred switch state: Active low input Normally open
Edge detection: Falling edge, Schmitt Trigger buffer (logic levels: low ≤ 0.6 V, high ≥ 2.7 V)
Minimum pulse width: 1 ms
Input/output impedance: 100 KΩ
Open circuit input voltage: 3.3 V
Maximum input voltage: 3.6 V
User connection: 24 AWG wires, 2 leads: white(+), black(-)
Operating temperature range: -40° to 75°C (-40° to 167°F)
Overall cable length: 1 m (3.3 ft.)
Housing: Weatherproof PVC housing protects input adapter electronics
Housing dimensions: 14 x 0.95 cm (5.5 x 0.375 in.)
Weight: 310 g (11 oz.)
Bits per sample: 16
Number of data channels: 1
Measurement averaging option: No (reports the number of pulses over the logging interval)

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