Meteorology

Vaisala Wind Sensor WM30

Non-freezing, all-weather wind set for arctic conditions, fully heated anemometer and wind vane (heating in cups and vanes, sensor bodies and bearings prevent snow build-up and ice formation).

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Overview

• Combined wind speed and direction sensor with affordable price
• Compact and light design is optimal for mobile applications
• Low power consumption
• Fast and linear response to wind

Technical Specifications

Wind speed
Sensor / transducer type	Dual reed switch
Measurement range	0.5...60 m/s
Starting threshold	<0.4 m/s
Distance constant	2 m
Transducer output	1 Hz ~ 0.7 m/s
Accuracy	(range 0.4...60 m/s)
wind speed up to	10 m/s ±0.3 m/s
wind speed over	10 m/s error <2%
Wind direction
Sensor / transducer type	Potentiometer
Measurement range
WMS301 1-wiper potentiometer	0...355°
WMS302 2-wiper potentiometer	0...360°
Starting threshold	<1.0 m/s
Delay distance	0.6 m
Accuracy	better than ±3°
Input
Operating supply voltage	3...15 VDC
Operating temperature
Operating temperature	-40...+55 °C (-40...+131 °F)
Storage temperature	-60...+65 °C (-76...+149 °F)
For complete specifications, please see the datasheet or user guide in "Documents".