S-WCF-M003
Davis® Wind Speed and Direction Smart Sensor
Compatible with
Overview
Compatible with all HOBO weather station loggers, HOBOware, and HOBOlink. This sensor offers the same ease-of-use as existing Onset Smart Sensors, providing cost-effective HOBO weather stations for projects on a tight budget. Features a plug-in modular connector for easy installation, and all configuration parameters are stored in the sensor and automatically communicated to the logger, eliminating the need for programming or extensive setup.
- Designed to meet World Meteorological Organization (WMO) guidelines
Also available in a wireless model for use with the HOBOnet Field Monitoring System.
Specifications
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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 degrees (0 to 355 degrees) |
Starting Threshold |
≤1 m/sec (2.2 mph) |
1 m/sec (2.2 mph) |
Measurement Definition |
Cup revolutions are accumulated every three seconds for the duration of the logging interval Wind speed: Average speed for the entire logging interval Gust speed: The highest three-second wind recorded during the logging interval See Measurement Operation. |
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 65°C (-40°F to 149°F) |
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Environmental Rating |
Weatherproof |
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Housing |
Polycarbonate wind cups |
UV-resistant ABS wind vane and black-anodized aluminum anemometer arm |
Bearing Type |
Sealed stainless steel |
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Turning Radius |
108 mm (4.25 in.) |
Approximately 135 mm (5.25 in.) |
Dimensions |
470 x 191 x 121 mm (18.5 x 7.5 x 4.75 in.) |
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Weight |
1.332 kg (2 lb, 15 oz) |
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Bits per Sample |
8 for each channel, 24 total |
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Number of Data Channels* |
3 |
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Measurement Averaging Option |
Automatic averaging (see Measurement Operation) |
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Cable Length Available |
3 m (9.8 ft) |
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Length of Smart Sensor Network Cable* |
0.5 m (1.6 ft) |
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The CE Marking identifies this product as complying with all relevant directives in the European Union (EU). |