Part Numbers

RXW-RGF-900RXW-RGF-868RXW-RGF-922RXW-RGF-921

HOBOnet Rainfall (metric) Sensor

$389.00 USD
A wireless sensor that records rainfall in 0.2 millimeter increments; communicates data to the HOBO RX3000 or the HOBO MicroRX station; preconfigured and ready to deploy.

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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Overview

Records rainfall in 0.2-millimeter increments. 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 software platform.

Features


Sensor Features

  • Resolution of 0.2 millimeters
  • Bird spikes
  • Debris screen that locks in place
  • 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

Specifications

Sensor

Measurement Range

0 to 10.2 cm (0 to 4 in.) per hour, maximum 4,000 tips per logging interval

Accuracy

±4.0%, ±1 rainfall count between 0.2 and 50.0 mm (0.01 and 2.0 in.) per hour; ±5.0%, ±1 rainfall count between 50.0 and 100.0 mm (2.0 and 4.0 in.) per hour

Resolution

0.01 in.

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 batteries

Radio 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) high

Wireless Data Standard

IEEE 802.15.4

Radio Operating Frequencies

RXW-RGF-900: 904–924 MHz
RXW-RGF-868: 866.5 MHz
RXW-RGF-922: 916–924 MHz
RXW-RGF-921: 921 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

2

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 use

Memory

16 MB

Dimensions

Sensor: 16.5 cm opening diameter (6.5 in.) x 24 cm (9.5 in.) high; 214 cm2 (33.2 in.2) collection area
Cable length: 2 m (6.6 ft)
Mote: 16.2 x 8.59 x 4.14 cm (6.38 x 3.38 x 1.63 inches)

Weight

Sensor and cable: 1.2 kg (2.7 lbs) Mote: 223 g (7.87 oz)

Materials

Sensor: UV-stabilized ABS plastic housing; tipping spoon mechanism with magnetic reed switch pivots on metal shaft
Mote: PCPBT, silicone rubber seal

Environmental Rating

Sensor: Weatherproof
Mote: IP67, NEMA 6

Compliance Marks

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FCC Logo
RXW-RGF-900

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RXW-RGF-868

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Australia/New Zealand General Compliance mark
RXW-RGF-922
Taiwan NCC Mark RXW-RGF-921

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M-TPA
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M-TPB
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M-MPA
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M-MPB
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Batteries

HWSB-LI
$26.00 USD
HRB-NiMH-2
$12.00 USD

Grounding Wires

CABLE-MICRO-G
$14.00 USD
M-GKA
$79.00 USD

Compliance Certificates

COMPLIANCE CERT
$30.00 USD

Web-based Monitoring Systems - via remote communication

Communications

RXMOD-RXW-xxx
$199.00 USD
RXMOD-RXW-900
$199.00 USD
RXMOD-RXW-868
$199.00 USD
RXMOD-RXW-922
$199.00 USD
RXMOD-RXW-921
$199.00 USD
RXW-RPTR-xxx
$159.00 USD
RXW-RPTR-900
$159.00 USD
RXW-RPTR-868
$159.00 USD
RXW-RPTR-922
$159.00 USD
RXW-RPTR-921
$159.00 USD

Documents

RXW Davis® 0.01" or 0.2 mm Rain Gauge Sensor (RXW-RGx-xxx) Manual

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RXW Davis® Rain Gauge Sensor (RXW-RGx-xxx) Quick Start

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