The WindObserver 70 is a rugged, heated ultrasonic anemometer designed for aviation and extreme weather applications. Approved for surface wind observation by the FAA and UK CAA, it provides reliable wind measurements in demanding conditions and meets ICAO Annex 3 requirements when integrated into a suitable AWOS.
Specifications
| Section | Parameter | Specification |
|---|---|---|
| Wind Speed | Range | 0 – 70 m/s (0-156mph) |
| Accuracy | <2% RMSE or 0.2m/s RMSE, whichever is greater (0-70m/s) | |
| Resolution | 0.01 m/s | |
| Starting threshold | 0.01 m/s | |
| Offset | +0.01 m/s | |
| Wind Direction | Range | 0 – 360° |
| Accuracy | <2° RMSE (0-70m/s) | |
| Resolution | 1° | |
| Dead band direction | none | |
| Measurement | Output rate | 1 – 4Hz |
| Parameters | UV, Polar, NMEA | |
| Units | m/s, knots, mph, kph, ft/min | |
| Average (selectable) | Rolling average – 1, 2, 10 m.n, Gust – 3s | |
| Block average | 0-3600s | |
| Digital output | Communication | RS422/RS485 full duplex/half duplex |
| Baud rates | 1200, 2400, 4800, 9600, 19200, 38400 | |
| Formats | 8 bit data; odd, even or no parity | |
| Anemometer status | Supplied as part of standard message | |
| Operational | Site calibration | None required. Integrity check unit (Zero wind) supplied as optional extra (Zero wind) |
| Factory calibration | Traceable to National Standards | |
| Power requirement | Anemometer Only | 9 – 30 VDC (60mA max, 50mA average) |
| Heating | Max 7A @24VAC or DC | |
| Mechanical | External construction | Stainless steel 316 |
| Size | Refer to diagram overleaf | |
| Weight | 1.7kg (with 2m cable)1.3kg (with connector) | |
| Environmental | Protection class | IP66 (NEMA4X) |
| Humidity | 0% to 100% RH | |
| Operating temperature | -55°C to +70°C (with heating) | |
| Precipitation | 300mm/hr | |
| EMC | EN61326-1: 2013, EN60945:2002 | |
| Icing | MILSTD810F Method 521.2 Procedure I | |
| Approvals | Approvals | Lloyds register type approval |
| Accessories | Pipe mount | Contact Gill |
| Software | WindView software for displaying data* |
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