Vaisala WXT530 Weather Transmitter Series

Features

  • Right parameter combination
  • Easy to use and integrate
  • Weather parameter hub
  • Analog sensors can be added
  • Compact, lightweight
  • Low power consumption
  • mA output suitable for industrial applications
  • Cost-effective
  • DNV GL Type Examination
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Dpstar is a leading supplier of environmental measurement sensors for temperature, relative humidity, pressure, dew point, CO2, and other environmental condition monitoring for industrial process application and research. Since the ’90s, we earned a reputation as a trusted partner to our clients through our commitment and dedication. We are an authorized distributor and supplier of measuring sensors solutions from renowned manufacturers Vaisala. Vaisala is a global leader in environmental and industrial measurement. Building on 80 years of experience, Vaisala provides observations for a better world. Vaisala is a reliable partner for customers around the world, offering a comprehensive range of innovative observation and measurement products and services.

Vaisala WXT530 series Weather Transmitter is a unique collection of cost-effective sensors that accurately and reliably measure weather conditions. They can capture any combination of wind, rain, temperature, and barometric readings in a compact, affordable package. WXT530 models utilize solid-state technologies that minimize operating and maintenance costs. Digital and analog interfaces make for easy, flexible integration, and third-party sensors can be connected to select WXT530 models to create your own weather parameter hub.

Measure What You Need

The WXT530 series measures six of the most important weather parameters: air pressure, temperature, humidity, rainfall, wind speed, and direction in various combinations.

Option Rainfall Wind Speed Wind Direction  Air Pressure Temperature
WXT531 ♦
WXT532 ♦ ♦
WXT533 ♦ ♦ ♦
WXT534 ♦ ♦
WXT535 ♦ ♦ ♦
WXT536 ♦ ♦ ♦ ♦ ♦

Simply determine the conditions you need to measure, and you’ll find the perfect fit from the wide range of models available. All models offer a heated option for cold weather accuracy.

Specification

Barometric Pressure Measurement Performance
Observation range 500 … 1100 hPa
Accuracy (for sensor element) at 600 … 1100 hPa ±0.5 hPa at 0 … +30 °C (+32 … +86 °F)
±1 hPa at −52 … +60 °C (−60 … +140 °F)
Output resolution 0.1 hPa / 10 Pa / 0.001 bar / 0.1 mmHg / 0.01 inHg
Air Temperature Measurement Performance
Observation range −52 … +60 °C (−60 … +140 °F)
Accuracy (for sensor element) at +20 °C (+68 °F) ±0.3 °C (±0.54 °F)
Output resolution 0.1 °C (0.1 °F)
Relative Humidity Measurement Performance
Observation range 0 … 100 %RH
Accuracy (for sensor element) ±3 %RH at 0 … 90 %RH
±5 %RH at 90 … 100 %RH
Output resolution 0.1 %RH
Wind Measurement Performance
Wind speed
Observation range 0 … 60 m/s (134 mph)
Reporting range 0 … 75 m/s (168 mph)
Response time 0.25 s
Available variables Average, maximum, and minimum
Accuracy ±3 % at 10 m/s (22 mph)
Output resolution 0.1 m/s (km/h, mph, knots)
Wind direction
Azimuth 0 … 360°
Response time 0.25 s
Available variables Average, maximum, and minimum
Accuracy ±3.0° at 10 m/s (22 mph)
Output resolution 1°
Averaging time 1 … 3600 s, sample rate 1, 2, or 4 Hz (configurable)
Mechanical Specifications
Weight
WXT534, WXT535, WXT536 0.7 kg (1.54 lb)
WXT531, WXT532, WXT533 0.5 kg (1.1 lb)
Operating Environment
Operating environment Outdoor use
Operating temperature −52 … +60 °C (−60 … +140 °F)
Storage temperature −60 … +70 °C (−76 … +158 °F)
Operating humidity 0 … 100 %RH
Operating pressure 500 … 1100 hPa
Wind 1) 0 … 60 m/s (0 … 134 mph)
IP rating Without mounting kit: IP65
With mounting kit: IP66
1) Due to the measurement frequency used in the sonic transducers, RF interference in the 200 … 400 kHz range can disturb wind measurement.
Precipitation Measurement Performance
Collecting area 60 cm2 (9.3 in2)
Rainfall 1)
Output resolution 0.01 mm (0.001 in)
Field accuracy for daily accumulation Better than 5 %, weather-dependent
Duration Counting each 10‑second increment whenever a droplet detected
Duration output resolution 10 s
Intensity Running 1‑minute average, 10 s steps
Intensity observation range 0 … 200 mm/h (0 … 7.87 in/h) (broader with reduced accuracy)
Intensity output resolution 0.1 mm/h (0.01 in/h)
Hail 2)
Output resolution 0.1 hits/cm2 (1 hits/in2), 1 hit
Intensity output resolution 0.1 hits/cm2h (1 hits/in2h), 1 hit/h
1) Cumulative accumulation after the latest automatic or manual reset.
2) Cumulative number of hits against collecting surface.
Inputs and Outputs
Operating voltage 6 … 24 V DC (−10 … +30 %)
Average power consumption Minimum: 0.1 mA at 12 V DC (SDI‑12 standby)
Typical: 3.5 mA at 12 V DC (typical measuring intervals)
Maximum: 15 mA at 6 V DC (constant measurement of all parameters)
Heating voltage DC, AC, or full-wave rectified AC
12 … 24 V DC (−10 … +30 %)
12 … 17 V ACrms (−10 … +30 %)
Typical heating current 12 V DC: 800 mA, 24 V DC: 400 Ma
Digital outputs SDI‑12, RS‑232, RS‑485, RS‑422
Communication protocols SDI‑12 v1.3, Modbus RTU,
ASCII automatic and polled,
NMEA 0183 v3.0 with query option
WXT536 Analog Input Options
Solar radiation 0 … 25 mV
Voltage input 0 … 2.5 V , 0 … 5 V, 0 … 10 V
Tipping bucket rain gauge 0 … 100 Hz
Temperature (Pt1000) 800 … 1330 Ω
WXT532 Analog mA Output Options
When the analog output option is applied, digital communication is not available.
Wind speed 0 … 20 mA or 4 … 20 mA
Wind direction 0 … 20 mA or 4 … 20 mA
Compliance
EU directives and regulations EMC, RoHS
EMC compatibility EN 61326‑1, industrial environment CISPR 32 / EN 55032, Class B
Environmental IEC 60068‑2‑1, 2, 6, 14, 30, 31, 78
IEC 60529, VDA 621‑415
Maritime IEC 60945 (Exposed)
DNV GL Type Examination Certificate
No. TAA00000VF
Compliance marks CE, RCM, RoHS, China RoHS, UKCA

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