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Overview
The WindSonic4-LC is a two-dimensional ultrasonic anemometer for measuring wind speed and direction. This version of the WindSonic4 has a connector instead of pigtails that attaches to the the MetData1 Weather Station.WindSonics are manufactured by Gill Instruments Ltd. Read More
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Technical Description
The WindSonic4-LC uses two pairs of orthogonally oriented transducers to sense the horizontal wind. The transducers bounce the ultrasonic signal from a hood, thus minimizing the effects of transducer shadowing and flow distortion.
Unlike mechanical anemometers, the WindSonic4-LC has no moving parts to be periodically replaced—minimizing routine maintenance costs.
The WindSonic4-LC outputs an SDI-12 signal that is read by the MetData1's on-board CR10XM module.
Specifications
| Operating Humidity | < 5% to 100% RH |
| Operating Temperature | -35° to +70°C |
| Storage Temperature | -40° to +80°C (typical) |
| Input Voltage | 9 to 30 Vdc |
| Typical Current Drain | < 10 mA (@ 12 V) |
| Measurement Frequency | 40 Hz block averaged to a 1 Hz output frequency |
| Outputs Parameters | Polar (direction and speed) or orthogonal (Ux and Uy wind) |
| Output Signal | SDI-12 version 1.3 |
| Diameter | 14.2 cm (5.6 in.) |
| Weight | 0.5 kg (1.1 lb) |
Maximum Cable Length |
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| -NOTE- | For longer cable lengths, contact an applications engineer at Campbell Scientific. |
| 1 Sensor Connected to 1 Port | 91.44 m (300 ft) |
| 2 to 10 Sensors Connected to 1 Port | 60.91 m (200 ft) |
Wind Direction |
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| Range | 0º to 359° (no dead band) |
| Accuracy | ±3° |
| Resolution | 1° |
Wind Speed |
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| Range | 0 to 60 m/s |
| Accuracy | ±2% (@ 12 m/s) |
| Resolution | 0.01 m/s |
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Related FAQs
Number of FAQs related to WINDSONIC4-LC: 2
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Most Campbell Scientific sensors are available as an –L, which indicates a user-specified cable length. If a sensor is listed as an –LX model (where “X” is some other character), that sensor’s cable has a user-specified length, but it terminates with a specific connector for a unique system:
- An –LC model has a user-specified cable length for connection to an ET107, CS110, or retired Metdata1.
- An –LQ model has a user-specified cable length for connection to a RAWS-P weather station.
If a sensor does not have an –L or other –LX designation after the main model number, the sensor has a set cable length. The cable length is listed at the end of the Description field on the product’s Ordering tab. For example, the 034B-ET model has a description of “Met One Wind Set for ET Station, 67 inch Cable.” Products with a set cable length terminate, as a default, with pigtails.
If a cable terminates with a special connector for a unique system, the end of the model number designates which system. For example, the 034B-ET model designates the sensor as a 034B for an ET107 system.
- –ET models terminate with the connector for an ET107 weather station.
- –ETM models terminate with the connector for an ET107 weather station, but they also include a special system mounting, which is often convenient when purchasing a replacement part.
- –QD models terminate with the connector for a RAWS-F Quick Deployment Station.
- –PW models terminate with the connector for a PWENC or pre-wired system.
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Many Campbell Scientific sensors are available with different cable termination options. These options include the following:
- The –PT (–PT w/Tinned Wires) option is the default option and does not display on the product line as the other options do. The cable terminates in pigtails that connect directly to a datalogger.
- In the –C (–C w/ET/CS110 Connector) option, the cable terminates in a connector that attaches to a CS110 Electric Field Meter or an ET-series weather station.
- In the –CWS (–CWS w/CWS900 Connector) option, the cable terminates in a connector that attaches to a CWS900-series interface. Connection to a CWS900-series interface allows the sensor to be used in a wireless sensor network.
- In the –PW (–PW w/Pre-Wire Connector) option, the cable terminates in a connector that attaches to a prewired enclosure.
- In the –RQ (–RQ w/RAWS Connector) option, the cable terminates in a connector that attaches to a RAWS-P Permanent Remote Automated Weather Station.
Note: The availability of cable termination options varies by sensor. For example, sensors may have none, two, or several options to choose from. If a desired option is not listed for a specific sensor, contact an application engineer at Campbell Scientific for assistance.