Vaisala Weather Transmitter WXT520

 

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    Overview
     

     Overview

     
      • Measures 6 most essential weather parameters as WXT510
      • Accurate and stable
      • Low power consumption - works also with solar panels
      • Compact, light-weight
      • Easy to install
      • No moving parts
      • Vaisala Configuration Tool for PC
      • USB connection
      • Housing with mounting kit IP66
      • Applications: weather stations, dense networks, harbors, marinas
      • All WXT510’s sent to Vaisala for service will be upgraded to WXT520
      Technical Specifications
       

       Technical Specifications

       
       

      Wind speed

       

      Speed



      Measurement range ​0 ... 60 m/s

      ​Accuracy

      ​     0 ... 35 m/s ​±0.3 m/s or ±3%, whichever is greater

      ​     36 ... 60 m/s ​±5%

      Direction

      ​Measurement range ​0 ... 360°

      ​Accuracy ​±3°

      ​Response time ​250 ms

      Liquid precipitation


      Rainfall ​cumulative accumulation after latest automatic or manual reset

      ​     output resolution ​0.01 mm, 0.001 inches

      ​     accuracy ​5%*

      Rainfall duration ​counting each ten-second increment when droplet detected

      ​     output resolution ​10 s

      Rain intensity ​one-minute running average in ten-second steps

      ​     range ​0 … 200 mm/h (broader range with reduced accuracy)

      ​    output resolution ​0.1 mm/h, 0.01 inches/h

      Barometric pressure


      ​Measurement range ​600 ... 1100 hPa

      ​Accuracy ​±0.5 hPa at 0 ... 30 °C (+32 ... +86 °F)
      ±1 hPa at -52 ... +60 °C (-60 ... +140 °F)

      Air temperature

       

      Measurement range

      -52 ... +60 °C (-60 ... +140 °F)


      ​Accuracy at +20 °C (+68 °F) ​±0.3 °C (±0.5 °F)

      Relative humidity

       

      Measurement range

      0 ... 100 %RH


      ​Accuracy ​±3 %RH within 0 ... 90 %RH


      ​±5 %RH within 90 ... 100 %RH

      General


      ​Operating temperature -52 ... +60 °C (-60 ... +140 °F)

      ​Storage temperature ​​-60 ... +70 °C (-76 ... +158 °F)

      ​Input voltage ​5 … 32 VDC

      ​Typical power consumption ​3 mA at 12 VDC (with defaults)

      ​Heating voltage
      ​5 … 32 VDC (or AC, max. 30 VRMS)

      ​Serial data interface ​SDI-12, RS232, RS485, RS422, USB adapter

      ​Housing ​IP65

      ​Housing with mounting kit ​IP66

      ​Electromagnetic compatibility ​complies with EMC standard EN61326-1; Industrial Environment

      ​IEC standards ​IEC 60945/61000-4-2 … 61000-4-6

      *

      Due to the nature of the phenomenon, deviations caused by spatial variations may exist in precipitation readings, especially in short time scale. The accuracy specification does not include possible wind induced error.


      For complete specifications, please see the datasheet or user guide in "Documents".

      Services
       

       Services

       

      Technical Support
      Get fast, easy access to professional support over the entire life cycle of your equipment. The Vaisala HelpDesk is your single contact point for technical inquiries related to Vaisala products and systems.   

      Service Center Calibration
      Regular calibration ensures that your Vaisala equipment continues to provide accurate, high-quality data. We offer traceable, standards-compliant calibration services for almost all Vaisala products and partner with world-class couriers for rapid, trouble-free return of your equipment.

      Spare Parts
      Get rapid access to the spare parts you need to maximize the uptime of your equipment and ensure reliable and accurate operation. In addition to standard spare part delivery, we also offer an express service where parts are shipped within one business day.

      Repair Services
      Vaisala repair services include fault tracing and repair or replacement of failed components, as well as final testing to ensure your equipment is functioning properly. Repairs can be carried out on site or at one of our service centers.

      Warranty
      All Vaisala products and services are covered by a 12-month warranty as standard, with selected products covered for up to 24 months. During this period you benefit from free repair or replacement of faulty equipment. With Vaisala’s extended warranty, you get free repair or replacement for five years.

      Documents