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TE525WS-LQ Texas Electronics Rain Gage 0.01 inch (0.254 mm) Tip with 8 inch Orifice
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Overview

The TE525WS-LQ conforms to the National Weather Service recommendation for an 8" orifice. It measures rainfall in 0.01 inch increments. The TE525WS-LQ funnels precipitation into a bucket mechanism that tips when filled to a calibrated level.

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Detailed Description

For this version of the TE525WS Tipping Bucket Rain Gage, the cable terminates in a military style connector and has a user-specified lead length. The connector attaches to the RAWS-P enclosure, which mounts to a CM6/CM10 tripod, CM110-series tripod, or UT-series tower.

The TE525WS-LQ conforms to the National Weather Service recommendation for an 8" orifice. It measures rainfall in 0.01 inch increments. The TE525WS-LQ funnels precipitation into a bucket mechanism that tips when filled to a calibrated level.

Specifications

  • Sensor Type: Tipping bucket/magnetic reed switch
  • Material: Anodized aluminum
  • Temperature: 0° to +50°C
  • Resolution: 1 tip
  • Volume per Tip: 0.28 fl. oz/tip (8.25 ml/tip)
  • Rainfall per Tip: 0.01 in. (0.254 mm)
  • Accuracy
    Up to 1 in./hr: ±1%
    1 to 2 in./hr: +0, -2.5%
    2 to 3 in./hr: +0, -3.5%
  • Funnel Collector Diameter: 20.3 cm (8 in)
  • Height: 26.7 cm (10.5 in.)
  • Tipping Bucket Weight: 1.0 kg (2.2 lb)
  • Cable: 2-conductor shielded cable
  • Cable Weight: 0.1 kg (0.2 lb) per 10 ft length

Compatibility

The TE525WS is compatible with our CS705, enabling measurement of snowfall.

The sensor cable terminates in a military style connector for attaching to a RAWS-P enclosure.