Lightning Detection Sensors

The backbone of Vaisala real-time lightning detection networks and solutions, these sensors deliver more complete real-time data.

Highest Accuracy

Over the past 30 years, Vaisala has developed the most accurate lightning detection network available. At the heart of its ability to gather comprehensive real-time lightning data for almost any location on the planet is industry leading sensor technology. These sensors can build a network that delivers greater detection capabilities while requiring 70% less equipment to do so.

We also understand that not all lightning starts from miles away. In the uncommon event that a thunderstorm forms directly overhead, Vaisala also has sensors that can detect this right away and provide immediate notification so users can act quickly.

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Vaisala sensors use a combination of magnetic direction finding and time-of-arrival techniques to deliver superior detection efficiency, optimal location accuracy and system redundancy. The technology delivers significantly greater accuracy and requires 70% fewer sensors. This saves users in total cost of ownership, installation, site hosting, and hardware maintenance, and provides them with a more sustainable solution.

Real-time data

Vaisala lightning detection sensors capture more of the real-time lightning data required for effective early alerts, lightning reports, and accurate risk modeling, policy planning, and incident investigations. They deliver more precise data around more lightning strikes in every thunderstorm. Vaisala lightning detection technology is utilized in more than 45 countries — including by the U.S. National Weather Service and the Federal Aviation Authority (FAA) for over 25 years — to maximize productivity and keep people safe.

Lightning expertise

Vaisala lightning networks are built on 80-plus years of experience in weather measurement technology from operational experienced meteorologists, weather technology experts, and PhDs in meteorology and lightning physics. This is why the scientifically-proven Vaisala technology sets and maintains the world standards for lightning detection.

Highest Accuracy

Over the past 30 years, Vaisala has developed the most accurate lightning detection network available. At the heart of its ability to gather comprehensive real-time lightning data for almost any location on the planet is industry leading sensor technology. These sensors can build a network that delivers greater detection capabilities while requiring 70% less equipment to do so.

We also understand that not all lightning starts from miles away. In the uncommon event that a thunderstorm forms directly overhead, Vaisala also has sensors that can detect this right away and provide immediate notification so users can act quickly.

More with less

Vaisala sensors use a combination of magnetic direction finding and time-of-arrival techniques to deliver superior detection efficiency, optimal location accuracy and system redundancy. The technology delivers significantly greater accuracy and requires 70% fewer sensors. This saves users in total cost of ownership, installation, site hosting, and hardware maintenance, and provides them with a more sustainable solution.

Real-time data

Vaisala lightning detection sensors capture more of the real-time lightning data required for effective early alerts, lightning reports, and accurate risk modeling, policy planning, and incident investigations. They deliver more precise data around more lightning strikes in every thunderstorm. Vaisala lightning detection technology is utilized in more than 45 countries — including by the U.S. National Weather Service and the Federal Aviation Authority (FAA) for over 25 years — to maximize productivity and keep people safe.

Lightning expertise

Vaisala lightning networks are built on 80-plus years of experience in weather measurement technology from operational experienced meteorologists, weather technology experts, and PhDs in meteorology and lightning physics. This is why the scientifically-proven Vaisala technology sets and maintains the world standards for lightning detection.

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To learn more about ways Vaisala can help you build a lightning detection network to meet your monitoring and operational needs, contact us today. Our knowledgeable team is always ready to help.

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Products and Services

Total Lightning Processor TLP100

TLP100 Series™ processes data from Vaisala’s low frequency (LF) sensors providing lightning location solutions for greater than 90% of cloud-to-ground (CG) and 50% of cloud (IC) lightning flashes.

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Advanced Total Lightning Sensor LS7002

Detects cloud and cloud-to-ground lightning with high detection efficiency and excellent location accuracy. It uses combined technology and provides large area coverage with fewer sensors leading to lower lifetime network ownership costs.

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Lightning Network Maintenance Contract

Ensure your Lightning Detection Network stays up and running.

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Resources

Keeping operations safe and efficient when lightning strikes

The impact of lightning in maritime environments can be severe or even catastrophic, affecting safety and efficiency at every turn, especially at oil & gas and LNG terminals. Learn how real-time data can help address these challenges.

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Keeping airports safe and efficient when lightning strikes

How close is too close? When it’s your job to maintain safety and efficient operations, every minute counts. Learn how to keep your airport safe and efficient when lightning strikes.

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How does Vaisala detect lightning?

How can sensors at a small number of locations detect lightning so far away? Angles and times are part of the answer, as are remarkable insights into lightning behavior, ingenuity, software, and hardware.

Lightning Safety for Your Business

Getting people out of harm’s way before lightning arrives and returning to business after the lightning threat has ended requires accurate real-time monitoring of the weather surrounding your facility.

Lightning Safety Around the World

Huge amounts of lightning occur around the world, and over two billion lightning events have been detected each of the last five years. And now, have enough data to start looking at some specific areas where lightning is a concern for the safety of people.