Belfort Instrument
MSO Weather Sensor

Ambient Meteorological · Multi-Parameter Sensors

MSO Weather Sensor

Wind Speed and Wind Direction are measured using conventional cup and vane techniques. All other measurements are housed in a multi-plate naturally aspirated radiation shield to reduce solar radiation errors. The shield is constructed of a series of concentric white aluminum plates, which allow air to flow through the shield, while blocking direct solar rays.

Features

The temperature sensor is a platinum RTD class 1/3B. relative humidity is a based on our very accurate solid state sensor designed for continuous exposure to adverse climates. The barometric pressure sensor is a piezo-resistive device designed for robustness, high accuracy needs, as well as long term stability.

Digital outputs are presented as a data stream every second, or upon command by data system.

  • Wind Speed and Direction
  • Rugged All Metal Housing
  • Temperature
  • SDI12, RS232, RS485 Outputs
  • Humidity
  • Met One 7500 Protocol
  • Barometric Pressure
  • Integrated Mount and 50ft Cable
  • Rain and Solar Radiation Options

Options

  • 10600 USB and power interface
  • WMO compliant external tipping bucket rain gauge connects simply and allows for correct installation and siting per industry guidelines
  • Solar radiation sensors are connected easily and integrate seamlessly into the SWS data record

Product Specifications

Wind Speed
Range:0to50m/sec(0to112mph)
Accuracy:±2% of reading
Resolution:0.1 m/s
Threshold:1m/sec
Wind Direction
Range:0° to 360°
Accuracy:±5°
Resolution:1.0°
Threshold:1m/sec
Temperature
Range:-40°C to +60°C (-40°F to +140°F)
Accuracy:±0.4°C
Resolution:0.1°C
Relative Humidity
Range:0 to 100%
Accuracy:±4% (1)
Resolution:1.0%
Pressure
Range:500 to 1100 hPa
Accuracy:±2 hPa (3)
Resolution:0.1 hPa
Electrical
Measurement Rate Output:1 Hz
Signal Output:RS-232C, RS-485, SDI-12 8-36 VDC Supply, 10mA typical @ 12VDC, option dependent
Environmental
Temperature:-40°C to +60°C (-40 to +140 °F)
Humidity:0 to 100%
Notes:
1. At 25°C

Specifications are subject to change. Contact Belfort Instrument to confirm current specifications.

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