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OVERVIEW
Get Accurate Readings on Wind Speed and Direction in Seconds
A wireless sensor that works with HOBOnet to record wind speed, wind gust, and wind direction. HOBOnet wireless sensors communicate data directly to the HOBO RX3000 or the HOBO MicroRX station or pass data through other wireless sensors back to the central station. They are preconfigured and ready to deploy, and data is accessed through HOBOlink, Onset’s innovative cloud-based software platform.
This sensor measures wind speed and direction and is designed to work with the HOBOnet (HOBO® RX) Wireless Sensor Network in which data is transmitted wirelessly from the sensor mote across the network to the station and then uploaded to HOBOlink® web-based software. With HOBOlink, you can monitor sensor readings, view graphs, set up alarms, download data, and more.
Sensor Features
- Provides average wind speed, highest 3-second wind gust, and average wind direction for the measurement interval
- Designed to meet World Meteorological Organization (WMO) guidelines
Wireless Features
- 900 MHz wireless mesh self-healing technology
- 450 to 600 meter (1,500 to 2,000 feet) wireless range and up to five hops
- Up to 50 wireless sensors or 336 data channels per HOBO RX station
- Simple button-push to join the HOBOnet wireless network
- Onboard memory to ensure no data loss
- Powered by rechargeable AA batteries and built-in solar panel
Important Information
A complete system requires at least one HOBO RX3000 Remote Monitoring Station, a HOBOnet Wireless Manager, and a HOBOnet Wireless Sensor, OR one HOBO MicroRX Station (which has an integrated HOBOnet Wireless Manager) and a HOBOnet Wireless Sensor. HOBOnet Wireless Repeaters (RXW-RPTR-xxx or RXW-RPTR-B-xxx) can be added to extend the range.
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SPECIFICATIONS
Sensor
Wind Speed / Gust Wind Direction Measurement Range 0 to 76 m/sec (0 to 170 mph) 0 to 355 degrees Accuracy ±1.1 m/sec (±2 mph) or ±5% of reading, whichever is greater ±7 degrees Resolution 0.5 m/sec (1.1 mph) 1.4 degrees (0 to 355 degrees) Starting Threshold ≤1 m/sec (2.2 mph) 1 m/sec (2.2 mph) Turning Radius 108 mm (4.25 in.) Approximately 135 mm (5.25 in.) Measurement Definition Cup revolutions are accumulated every three seconds for the duration of the logging interval (see Measurement Operation)
Wind speed: Average speed for the entire logging interval
Gust speed: The highest three-second wind recorded during the logging intervalUnit vector averaging used; vector components for each wind measurement are calculated every three seconds for duration of logging interval (see Measurement Operation) Wireless Mote
Operating Temperature Range -25° to 60°C (-13° to 140°F) with rechargeable batteries
-40° to 70°C (-40° to 158°F) with lithium batteriesRadio Power 12.6 mW (+11 dBm) non-adjustable Transmission Range Reliable connection to 457.2 m (1,500 ft) line of sight at 1.8 m (6 ft) high
Reliable connection to 609.6 m (2,000 ft) line of sight at 3 m (10 ft) highWireless Data Standard IEEE 802.15.4 Radio Operating Frequencies 916–924 MHz Modulation Employed OQPSK (Offset Quadrature Phase Shift Keying) Data Rate Up to 250 kbps, non-adjustable Duty Cycle <1% Maximum Number of Motes Up to 50 wireless sensors or 336 data channels per one HOBO RX station Logging Rate 1 minute to 18 hours Number of Data Channels 4 Battery Type / Power Source Two AA 1.2V rechargeable NiMH batteries, powered by built-in solar panel or two AA 1.5 V lithium batteries for operating conditions of -40° to 70°C (-40° to 158°F) Battery Life With NiMH batteries: Typical 3–5 years when operated in the temperature range -20° to 40°C (-4°F to 104°F) and positioned toward the sun (see Deployment and Mounting), operation outside this range will reduce the battery service life
With lithium batteries: 1 year, typical useMemory 16 MB Dimensions Sensor: 470 x 191 x 121 mm (18.5 x 7.5 x 4.75 in.)
Cable length: 3 m (9.8 ft)
Mote: 16.2 x 8.59 x 4.14 cm (6.38 x 3.38 x 1.63 inches)Weight Sensor and cable: 1.332 kg (2 lb, 15 oz)
Mote: 223 g (7.87 oz)Materials Sensor: Polycarbonate wind cups, sealed stainless steel bearing, UV-resistant ABS wind vane and black-anodized aluminum anemometer arm
Mote: PCPBT, silicone rubber sealEnvironmental Rating Sensor: Weatherproof
Mote: IP67, NEMA 6Compliance Marks See User Manual -
HOBONET SENSORS
Onset have a complete range of HOBOnet wireless sensors and external Smart Sensors to suit the HOBO RX3000, RX2100 Range, U30, H21 and H22 Data Logger series.
HOBOnet Wind Speed and Direction Sensor
$1,414.00 ex GST
The HOBOnet Wireless Wind Speed and Direction Sensor records wind speed, wind gust, and wind direction. HOBOnet Wireless Sensors communicate data directly to the RX3000 weather station or pass data through other wireless sensors back to the central station.
