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HOBO - Wind Direction Smart Sensor

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The Wind Direction Smart Sensor is a research-grade plug-and-play sensor for measuring and logging wind data. It provides average wind direction for the measurement interval. This highly-durable wind vane has a drip overhang for anti-icing. Its shielded stainless-steel ball bearings and static-dissipating housing provide a long sensor long life. The sensor calculates a unit vector average of the wind direction, providing data directly in degrees.
Part Number: S-WDA-M003
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$1,207.00 ex GST
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Experience longer life span and anti-icing design for enhanced durability

The Wind Direction Smart Sensor is a research-grade plug-and-play sensor for measuring and logging wind data. It provides average wind direction for the measurement interval. This highly-durable wind vane has a drip overhang for anti-icing. Its shielded stainless-steel ball bearings and static-dissipating housing provide a long sensor long life. The sensor calculates a unit vector average of the wind direction, providing data directly in degrees.

The Wind Direction smart sensor is designed to work with HOBO® stations. The smart sensor has a plug-in modular connector that allows it to be added easily to a HOBO station. All sensor parameters are stored inside the smart sensor, which automatically communicates configuration information to the logger without the need for any programming or extensive setup.

NOTE: an M-CAA Full Cross Arm or M-CAB Half Cross Arm is required for mounting.


Features

  • Research-grade plug-and-play sensor for measuring and logging wind direction data
  • Highly-durable wind vane has a drip overhang for anti-icing
  • Shielded stainless-steel ball bearings

Technical Information

Measurement Range 0 to 355 degrees, 5 degree dead band
Accuracy ±5 degrees
Resolution 1.4 degrees
Starting Threshold 1 m/s (2.2 mph) 
Maximum Wind Speed Survival 67 m/s (150 mph) 
Measurement Definition 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 70°C (-40°F to 158°F)
Environmental Rating Weatherproof
Service Life 4 to 6 years typical depending upon environmental conditions
Housing Injection-molded plastic housing and vane, static dissipating base,
lead-free silicon bronze nose and aluminum mounting rod
Bearing Type Two shielded stainless steel ball bearing
Turning Radius Approximately 13.5 cm (5.25 in.) 
Dimensions 46 x 20 cm (18 x 8.5 in.) including 1.27 cm (0.5 in) diameter mounting
rod; 2.5 mm (0.1 in.) drip overhang
Weight 370 g (13 oz)
Bits per Sample 8
Number of Data Channels* 1
Measurement Averaging Option Automatic averaging (see Measurement Operation)
Cable Length Available 3.5 m (11.5 ft) 
Length of Smart Sensor Network Cable* 0.5 m (1.6 ft) 
CE The CE Marking identifies this product as complying with all relevant
directives in the European Union (EU).

Experience longer life span and anti-icing design for enhanced durability

The Wind Direction Smart Sensor is a research-grade plug-and-play sensor for measuring and logging wind data. It provides average wind direction for the measurement interval. This highly-durable wind vane has a drip overhang for anti-icing. Its shielded stainless-steel ball bearings and static-dissipating housing provide a long sensor long life. The sensor calculates a unit vector average of the wind direction, providing data directly in degrees.

The Wind Direction smart sensor is designed to work with HOBO® stations. The smart sensor has a plug-in modular connector that allows it to be added easily to a HOBO station. All sensor parameters are stored inside the smart sensor, which automatically communicates configuration information to the logger without the need for any programming or extensive setup.

NOTE: an M-CAA Full Cross Arm or M-CAB Half Cross Arm is required for mounting.


Features

  • Research-grade plug-and-play sensor for measuring and logging wind direction data
  • Highly-durable wind vane has a drip overhang for anti-icing
  • Shielded stainless-steel ball bearings