The WindSonic 60 is a compact, cost-effective ultrasonic anemometer that provides accurate wind speed and direction measurements through serial or analogue outputs. With no moving parts, a robust corrosion-free polycarbonate housing, and WMO-compliant gust measurement, it delivers reliable, maintenance-free performance in demanding marine, offshore, and land-based environments.
Specifications
| Section | Specification | Details |
|---|---|---|
| Wind Speed | Range | 0 – 60 m/s (116 knots) |
| Accuracy | <2% RMSE or 0.2 m/s RMSE, whichever is greater (0-20m/s) <3% RMS (20-60m/s) | |
| Resolution | 0.01 m/s (0.02 knots) | |
| Response time | 0.25 seconds | |
| Starting threshold | 0.01 m/s | |
| Wind Direction | Range | 0 – 360° (no dead band) |
| Accuracy | <2° RMSE (0-60m/s) | |
| Resolution | 0.1° Option 1,2 & 3 (output at 0,1 or 2 decimal places) 1° Option 4 0.1° Option 5 | |
| Response time | 0.25 seconds | |
| Measurement | Ultrasonic output rate | 0.25, 0.5, 1, 2 or 4 Hz |
| Parameters | Wind speed & direction or U and V (vectors) | |
| Units of measurement | m/s, knots, mph, kph, ft/min | |
| Anemometer status | For unit diagnostics | |
| Outputs | Option 1 interface | RS232 |
| Option 2 interfaces | RS232, RS422, RS485** | |
| Option 3 interfaces | RS232, RS422, RS485**Analogue 0-5 V or 0-20 mA or 4-20 mA | |
| Option 1, 2 & 3 protocols | ASCII, NMEA 0183 | |
| Option 4 | SDI-12 (refer to manual for further information) | |
| Option 5 | Modbus RTU, 2-wire RS-485 | |
| Baud Rate | 2400 to 38400 | |
| Operational | Warranty | 24 months |
| Factory calibration | Traceable to National Standards | |
| Power Requirement | Anemometer | 5-30 VDC Option 1 & 2 7-30 VDC Option 3 9-30 VDC Option 4 & 5 |
| Current drain | Dependent on option selectede.g. <2 mA @ 5 V (SDI-12)to 44 mA @ 12 V (4-20 mA) Refer to manual for advice | |
| Start up time < 5 seconds | ||
| Mechanical | External construction | LURAN S KR 2861/1C ASA/PC |
| Size | 142 mm x 163 mm | |
| Weight | 0.5kg | |
| Environmental | Protection class | IP66 |
| Operating temperature | -35°C to +70°C | |
| Storage temperature | -40°C to +80°C | |
| Operating humidity | <5% to 100% RH | |
| Precipitation | 300 mm/hr | |
| Accessories | Pipe mounting (optional) | 44.45 mm (1.75 in) diameter |
| Wind software | Display / logging* | |
| Cables (optional) | Available to match output options | |
| Display (optional) | See Gill Display datasheet |
Ports & Harbours
Road & Rail Tunnels
Small Airports & Helipads
Marine Vessel Systems
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