HOBOnet Rainfall Sensor
The HOBOnet Wireless AeroCone® Rain Gauge records rainfall in 0.2-millimetre increments (RGF) or 0.01-inch increments (RGE). HOBOnet Wireless Sensors communicate data directly to the RX3000 weather st..
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- Product Code: RXW-RGE/F-868
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HOBOnet Rainfall Sensor
The HOBOnet Wireless AeroCone® Rain Gauge records rainfall in 0.2-millimetre increments (RGF) or 0.01-inch increments (RGE). HOBOnet Wireless Sensors communicate data directly to the RX3000 weather station or pass data through other wireless sensors back to the central station. They are preconfigured and ready to deploy, and data is accessed through HOBOlink, Onset’s innovative cloud-based software platform.
Highlighted Features
Sensor Features
- Resolution of 0.2 millimetres or 0.01 inch
- Bird spikes
- Debris screen that locks in place
- Designed to meet the World Meteorological Organization (WMO) guidelines
Wireless Features
- 868 MHz wireless mesh self-healing technology
- 450 to 600 meter (1,500 to 2,000 feet) wireless range and up to five hops
- Up to 50 wireless sensors per RX3000
- Simple button-push to join the HOBOnet wireless network
- Onboard memory to ensure no data loss
- Powered by rechargeable AA batteries and built-in solar panel
In what environment does this sensor operate?
This sensor operates in an outdoor environment.
What measurements does this sensor support?
The RXW-RGF-868 sensor supports the following measurement: Rainfall
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A complete system requires at least one HOBO RX3000 Remote Monitoring Station, a HOBOnet Wireless Manager (RXMOD-RXW-xxx), and a HOBOnet Wireless Sensor. HOBOnet Wireless Repeaters (RX-RPTR-xxx) can be added to extend the range. Still, think you might need some assistance in choosing the best solution?
| Sensor | |
| Calibration | Requires annual calibration; can be field calibrated |
| Sensor Accuracy | ±4.0%, ±1 rainfall count between 0.2 and 50.0 mm (0.01 and 2.0 in.) per hour; ±5.0%, ±1 rainfall count between 50.0 and 100.0 mm (2.0 and 4.0 in.) per hour |
| Sensor Measurement Range | 0 to 10.2 cm (0 to 4 in.) per hour, maximum 4,000 tips per logging interval |
| Sensor Resolution | 0.01 in. |
| Wireless Mote | |
| Battery Life | With NiMH batteries: Typical 3–5 years when operated in the temperature range -20° to 40°C (-4°F to 104°F) and positioned toward the sun (see Deployment and Mounting), operation outside this range will reduce the battery service life With lithium batteries: 1 year, typical use |
| Data Rate | Up to 250 kbps, non-adjustable |
| Duty Cycle | <1% |
| Maximum Number of Motes | 50 motes per one RX Wireless Sensor Network |
| Modulation Employed | OQPSK (Offset Quadrature Phase Shift Keying) |
| Power Source | Two AA 1.2V rechargeable NiMH batteries, powered by built-in solar panel or two AA 1.5 V lithium batteries for operating conditions of -40 to 70°C (-40 to 158°F) |
| Radio Operating Frequencies | 866.5 MHz |
| Wireless Data Standard | IEEE 802.15.4 |
| Wireless Mote Dimensions | Sensor: 16.5 cm opening diameter (6.5 in.) x 24 cm (9.5 in.) high; 214 cm2 (33.2 in.2) collection area Cable length: 2 m (6.6 ft) Mote: 16.2 x 8.59 x 4.14 cm (6.38 x 3.38 x 1.63 inches) |
| Wireless Mote Environmental Rating | Sensor: Weatherproof Mote: IP67, NEMA 6 |
| Wireless Mote Materials | Sensor: UV-stabilized ABS plastic housing; tipping bucket mechanism with magnetic reed switch pivots on a metal shaft Mote: PCPBT, silicone rubber seal |
| Wireless Mote Memory | 16 MB |
| Wireless Mote Operating Temperature Range | -25° to 60°C (-13° to 140°F) with rechargeable batteries -40 to 70°C (-40 to 158°F) with lithium batteries |
| Wireless Mote Radio Power | 12.6 mW (+11 dBm) non-adjustable |
| Wireless Mote Transmission Range | Reliable connection to 457.2 m (1,500 ft) line of sight at 1.8 m (6 ft) high Reliable connection to 609.6 m (2,000 ft) line of sight at 3 m (10 ft) high |
| Wireless Mote Weight | Sensor and cable: 1.2 kg (2.7 lbs) Mote: 223 g (7.87 oz) |
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