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Magellan Fixed Mount Weather Station

The Magellan Weather Station combines a rugged multi parameter weather sensor with an internal compass for critical weather monitoring with automatic wind direction alignment.

All-in-One Sensor Module

Sonic Wind Speed and Direction
Temperature
Relative Humidity
Barometric Pressure
Internal Fluxgate Compass

Features

Weather Protected Weather Protected Multi-Sensor Design
All-in-One Measurement of Temperature, Relative Humidity, Wind Speed, Wind Direction, Barometric Pressure
Integrated Sonic Wind Sensor
Automatic Self-Alignment Using Internal Flux-Gate Compass
Rugged, Reliable, Quick Deploy/Install
Low power consumption - ideal for battery or solar-powered installations
All Metal Construction
No Mechanical Components
Wireless transceivers provide remote capability (two-mile range)
Tripod sensor mast makes set up simple while "quick-connect" sensor head allows system to be instantly operational
Sealed battery system with charger for continuous monitoring
Rugged transportation cases for instruments and tripod
Automatic interface with Cameo/Aloha Software
One-year Warranty

Call for a quote toll free 1.866.625.8620 or email.

Standard Magellan Portable Weather Station Includes

Wheeled carrying case houses batteries and and wireless transceiver with quick-connect sensor plug-in jacks
Magellan sensor head with 15-feet of cable, includes:
- Radiation shield with temperature, relative humidity, barometric pressure
- Sonic wind speed and direction sensors
- Internal fluxgate compass
Two 2.4 GHz wireless transceivers - 2 mile range
32-hour, 12 volt, Sealed Gel Battery System (Other battery capacities are available upon request.)
10ft tripod with telescoping mast, tiedown kit, compass, and mounting hardware
Heavy-duty canvas tripod transportation bag with tote straps

System Components:

Tripod Sensor Mast:
Made of powder coated heavy-gauge steel for added protection against the elements. The mast has three removable legs with locking pins. Telescoping extension elevates to 10 feet overall maximum height. Includes: Guy-wire ring collar, guy-wires, grounding stakes, compass for north orientation, and heavy duty canvas transportation bag.

Transportation Case:
Rugged polyethylene carrying case with roller wheels houses batteries and transceivers with quick-connect sensor plug-in jack. Foam padded interior protects sensitive equipment. Keeps all components in a constant state of readiness.

2.4 GHz Wireless Transceivers:
Gives the system remote capability within two (2) mile line-of-sight range. FCC approved and license free.

Battery Power System with Charger:
Two 12 volt sealed lead acid (SLA) gel batteries provide 32 hours of operating time each. Quick-charging battery system keeps a fresh battery in supply. Batteries come with a plastic carrying case to protect against weather elements and contaminants.

The Magellan Portable Weather Station incorporates the following sensors in a compact, rugged, metal all-in-one sensor head with a single 15-foot cable which connects to the carry case. Click to expand for specific sensor and measurement details.

Wind Measurement

A unique folded-path, low power sonic anemometer operates on the principle that the speed of the wind affectsthe time it takes for sound to travel from one point to a second point. If the sound is traveling in the direction of the wind, then the transit time is decreased. If the sound is traveling in a direction opposite the wind, then the transit time is increased.

The wind sensor has no moving parts, which makes it maintenance free. The measurement range for wind speed is from 0 to 134 mph (0 to 60 m/s) and for wind direction from 0 to 360°.

Barometric Pressure, Temperature, and Humidity Module

Barometric pressure, temperature, and humidity sensors are housed in a powder-coated metal radiation shield.

Barometric pressure is measured with a stable transducer using nano-technology, yielding a linear and repeatable sensor with low hysteresis. The piezoresistive pressure sensor module is mounted on a small electronic circuit board.

A microcontroller controls the operation of the sensor and the data interface. The microcontroller polls the pressure sensor module once per second for the barometric and ambient temperature. The raw readings are temperature corrected by the microcontroller.

Temperature measurement uses a precision triple-element thermistor. This provides highly accurate and stable readings.

Humidity is measured with a capacitive polymer sensor. This construction provides excellent resistance to wetting, dust, dirt, oils, and common environmental chemicals.

Fluxgate Compass

The internal compass module is low power and compact. It employs a pair of magneto-inductive sensors which change inductance with varying magnetic field strengths, to sense the Earth's magnetic field.

The microprocessor measures the output of the internal compass and then corrects wind direction data for the orientation of the sensor. The output of the wind direction is relative to Magnetic North. A user-programmable value of Magnetic Declination may be entered through terminal mode to enable output relative to True North rather than Magnetic North.

System Specifications Summary

Wind Speed Range: 0-134 mph (0-60 m/s) Accuracy: +/-0.5 m/s or 5% of reading Resolution: 1 mph (1 m/s) Units Available: knots, mph, km/hr, m/s	Wind Direction Azimuth: 0-360° Accuracy: ±5° at wind speed >2.2 m/s Resolution: 1° Units Available: ° Azimuth
Temperature Range: -58 to +122°F (-50 to +50°C) Accuracy: ±0.2°C Resolution: 0.1°C Units Available: °F, °C	Barometric Pressure Range: 17.50 to 32.50 InHg (600 to 1100 hPa) Accuracy: ±0.35 hPa (at 25°C) Resolution: 0.1 hPa Units Available: Kpa, mbar, InHg
Relative Humidity Range: 0 - 100% Accuracy: ±3% Resolution: 1% Units Available: %RH	Compass Accuracy: ±2° Resolution: 1°

Select your desired method of data viewing and monitoring.

Color Weather Display Console

Industrial grade WVGA touchscreen displays current weather data, trends, min/max.

Computes and displays wind chill, heat index and other calculated parameters.

Seven-inch color LCD panel with 800 x 480 pixel resolution.

Available in desktop/wall-mount chassis, 19" rack mount, or panel mount.

Operational Features

Sturdy construction supports up to 60 pounds of equipment.
Legs insert easily into body and fasten securely with stainless steel retainer pins.
Guy wires clip quickly to feet for increased stability.
Includes tiedown kit for optional optimized stability.