52203 RM Young Tipping Bucket Raingauge (0.1mm/tip)
Meets WMO precision requirement of 0.1mm/tip
weather applications supported water applications supported energy applications supported gas flux and turbulence applications supported infrastructure applications supported soil applications supported

Overview

This rain gauge provides a catchment area of 200cm² and a tip measurement of 0.1mm as per WMO specification. The sensor is manufactured predominantly from moulded thermoplastic components for long and reliable operation. The sensor can either be mounted on a pole or on a flat surface and offers a built-in bullseye level and levelling screws for precise adjustment in the field. Read More

Benefits and Features

  • Catchment area of 200 cm2 and measurement resolution of 0.1 mm meet the recommendations of the WMO
  • Magnetic reed switch (N.O.), rating 24VAC/DC 500mA
  • Accuracy - 2% up to 25 mm/hr 3% up to 50 mm/hr

Technical Description

The design uses a proven tipping bucket mechanism for simple and effective rainfall measurement. The bucket geometry and material are specially selected for maximum water release, thereby reducing contamination and errors. Catchment area of 200 cm2 and measurement resolution of 0.1 mm meet the recommendations of the WMO. Levelling screws and bullseye level are built in for easy and precise adjustment in the field. Measured precipitation is discharged through a collection tube for verification of total rainfall. This unheated version, is ideal for use in moderate climates and a heated version 52202 is also available for operation in cold temperatures. To discourage birds from perching on the funnel rim, accessory bird wire assembly may be attached to the gauge. Supplied with 6m cable, additional cable available if required.

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Specifications

Size: 18 cm dia. x 30 cm high, (39 cm high with mounting base)

Catchment Area: 200 cm2

Resolution: 0.1 mm per tip,0.2 mm per tip (optional)

Accuracy: 2% up to 25 mm/hr 3% up to 50 mm/hr

Output: Magnetic reed switch (N.O.), rating 24VAC/DC 500mA

Operating Temperature: -20°C to +50°C (heated)

Power: 18 Watts for heater only

Mounting: Clamp for 1” (1.34” dia.) iron pipe or 3 bolts on 160mm dia. circle

Other: Levelling adjustment, thermostatic control for heater, intake screen

Compatibility

CR200(X) Series CR800/CR850 CR1000 CR3000 CR6 CR9000X

Compatible Retired Dataloggers

CR500 CR510 CR10 CR10X 21X CR23X CR7X CR9000 CR5000

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