YOUNG Intrinsically Safe Wind Monitor
Features
- Wind speed sensor is a four blade helicoid propeller
- Wind direction sensor is a durable molded vane
- Corrosion resistant construction protects the sensor from harsh environments
- Free ground shipping
- Expedited repair and warranty service
- Lifetime technical support
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Overview
The YOUNG 05501 Intrinsically Safe Wind Monitor is a high performance wind sensor approved for use in hazardous areas. The RM Young 05501 Wind Monitor-IS can safely be used in Class 1, Division 1, Group A, B, C, and D hazardous areas.
Data Output
Internal circuitry converts signals for wind speed and wind direction into separate, 4 to 20 mA current outputs. This configuration is especially suited for long cable runs or for industrial settings where noise immunity is important.
Design
The wind speed sensor is a four-blade propeller that drives a reliable, non-contacting magnet/coil transducer; slip rings and brushes are not used. The wind direction sensor is a durable molded vane. The vane angle is sensed by a precision, long-life potentiometer housed in a sealed chamber.
The instrument is constructed of UV stabilized plastic with stainless steel and anodized aluminum fittings. Precision grade, stainless steel ball bearings are used. Circuitry and cable terminations are in a convenient junction box on the instrument base.
Deployment
The instrument is installed on a standard 1-inch pipe. A mounting orientation ring assures correct alignment of the wind direction reference when the instrument is removed for maintenance.
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