Vaisala Weather Radar WRK100

Overview

For customers who require coherent transmitter, Vaisala Single Polarization Doppler Weather Radar WRK100 is equipped with klystron transmitter technology. WRK100 offers exceptional spectral purity and phase noise performance. Single polarization WRK100 can later easily be upgraded to dual polarization. Vaisala Weather Radar provides superior data quality, accurate measurement, easy maintenance access, low maintenance costs, semi-yoke style antenna/pedestal with a low momentum of inertia and weight.

Technical Specifications

Transmitter
	Type:	Klystron VKC8387
	Operating frequency range:	5.6 - 5.65 GHz
	Peak Power:	250 kW
	Modulator:	Solid State
Antenna
	Type:	Center-fed parabolic reflector
	Diameter:	4.5 m
	Gain (typical):	45 dB
	Beam width:	<1 degree
Pedestal
	Type:	Semi yoke elevation over azimuth
	Elevation Range:	-2 to 108 degrees
	Maximum Scan Rate:	40 deg/sec
	Operating environment:	-40^o to +55^o C, 0 to 95% RH, non condensing
	Storage environment:	-50^o to +50^o C
RF-to-IF Receiver
	Type:	Dual stage IF downconverter
	Dynamic Range (1.0 microsec):	> 99 dB (option > 115 dB)
	IF Frequency:	442 / 60 MHz
Digital IF Receiver and Signal Processor
	Type:	Vaisala Sigmet RVP900
	Clutter filters:	fixed, adaptive or GMAP to >55 dB clutter cancellation
	IF Digitizing:	16 bits, 100 MHz in 5 channels
Radar Controller
	Type:	Vaisala SIGMET RCP8 with IRIS/Radar
System Specifications
	Physical dimensions
	Cabinet (w x h x d):	1400 x 1800 x 1300 mm
Options
	Dual Pol ready Factory prepared antenna and pedestal for dual pol

Services

Site Survey
A comprehensive site survey from Vaisala is the first step to ensuring successful installation and integration for environmental observation systems. It guarantees the delivery of a reliable and accurate system with optimal positioning and performance.

Installation
Vaisala’s installation service ensures that your equipment is set up correctly and optimally. An installation may include everything from hardware set-up to integration of the equipment into your infrastructure, making sure that you enjoy a smooth start up and reduced maintenance costs.

Acceptance Testing
Our extensive testing procedures, carried out at our factory and on site, verify that your systems are operating according to specifications. After our acceptance test your equipment is optimized and ready to use.

Weather Radar Maintenance Contract
Let Vaisala take care of your weather radar, so you can focus on monitoring weather conditions. Our maintenance contract covers the entire life cycle of your Vaisala equipment and includes priority technical support, an extended warranty, and much more.

Software Upgrades
The Vaisala software upgrade service gives you rapid access to the latest updates for your equipment software, making it easy for you to benefit from the latest advances in Vaisala software technology.

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.

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

Datasheets

Brochures

Application notes

Weather Radar Establishes New Ground in Hydrology (pdf, 520KB)

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