Kestrel 1000 Pocket Anemometer

     

FEATURES

    
     
  • Small robust design
  • High precision jewel mounted impeller
  • Large clear liquid crystal display
  • Maximum and average functions
  • Choice of units
  • Waterproof (IP67)
  • Floats
  • Replaceable impeller
  • Long life lithium battery
  • Low cost
 Kestrel 1000 anemometer
     

Description

The Kestrel 1000 Pocket Anemometer is a small electronic rotating vane type of anemometer that can be easily carried in a pocket. It uses high precision jewel bearings and a light weight impeller to provide accurate wind and air flow measurements even at low speeds. The impeller assembly is replaceable by the user in the case of damage.

Low power microprocessor technology is used to provide speed, maximum speed, average speed and units selection; functions normally only found on more expensive instruments. The liquid crystal display has large 10mm high digits for clear readout.

Power is from an easily replaceable standard lithium coin type cell that will typically give up to 400 hours of operation. The instrument automatically switches off if no keys are pressed for 30 minutes

The Kestrel Pocket Anemometer is made from high impact injection moulded plastic and corrosion resistant materials with the electronics fully sealed. It will float if accidentally dropped into water. There is a hard cover for protection when not in use and a lanyard is provided for added security.

 Kestrel 1000 anemometer
     

Operation

Two buttons on the front of the instrument mean operation is extremely simple. One button (ON) is used to switch on/off and the other (MODE) is used to select the display of current, maximum or average air speed.
Holding the ON button down and pressing the MODE button selects the required units.

  
     

Specification

    

Performance

    
Speed Range 0.3m/s to 40m/s  
On axis accuracy +/- 3% of reading or +/- least significant digit  
Off axis response -1% at 5deg, -2% at 10deg, -3% at 15deg  
Calibration drift less than 2% after 100hrs operation at 7m/s
(Some loss of accuracy from bearing wear may occur with sustained operation at or near maximum speed)		  
     

Display

    
Operating Modes Current speed (3 second average)
Average since power on (AV)
Maximum 3 second gust since power on (MAX)		  
Update 1 second  
Speed Display 0.0 - 19.9, 20 - 199 (kt,m/s,kmh, mph)
0 - 199 (x10 FPM)
0 - 12 (Beaufort Force)		  
Units Knots
Metres per second
Kilometres per hour
Miles per hour
Feet per minute
Beaufort force		  
Display type Reflective LCD  
Digit height 10mm  
     

Physical

    
Dimensions 122mm x 42mm x 14.5mm  
Cover dimensions 117mm x 46mm x 19mm  
Weight 43g  
Cover weight 23g  
     

Environmental

    
Sealing Electronics enclosure IP67
(Water resistant to 1m)
Floats		  
Shock Drop tested to 2m  
Temperature Operating range -15C to 50C
Storage range -20C to 80C		  
EMC CE marked  
     

Miscellaneous

    
Battery Lithium coin cell CR2032, user replaceable  
Battery Life Typically 400 hours operation  
Auto Switch off 30 minutes after last key press  
Impeller Diameter 25mm
High precision jewel bearings.
User replaceable impeller assembly		  
Cover Slip on cover for protection  
Lanyard 0.5m  
Guarantee 12 months parts and labour  
     
The manufacturer reserves the right to amend the specification.