The Rain101A is a complete system to accurately measure and record rainfall over long periods of time. It comes complete with an Event101A data logger, weatherproof enclosure, tipping bucket rain gauge, 50’ of cable and the IFC200 interface cable and software package. It can record up to 6” of rainfall every hour and 338’of rainfall total. The Rain101A only records to memory when rainfall is present, maximizing the amount of time the system can record. Using the logger’s built-in Engineering Units, the data can be offloaded and displayed in user-specified units (eg. inches, centimeters). The software can “totalize” the rain bucket tips, allowing easy viewing of the accumulated rainfall over the time period of interest. The Rain101A features a 10 year battery life, 4Hz reading rate, a multiple start/stop function, ultra-high speed download capability, 406,323 reading storage capacity, optional memory wrap, battery life indicator, optional password protection and more.
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Accuracy
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±4% over range of 1” to 6” per hour
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Orifice
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8” dia. (204mm dia.)
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Reed Switch Contact Rating
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3W, 28VAC
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Rainfall Per Bucket Tip
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0.01” (0.254mm)
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Mounting
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(3) 1/4” dia. holes on 9.5” dia. circle
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Reading Rate
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4Hz to 1 every 24 hours
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Memory
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406,323 readings; software configurable memory wrap
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Wrap Around
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Yes
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Start Modes
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• Immediate start
• Delay start up to 18 months
• Multiple pushbutton start/stop
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Multiple Start/Stop Mode:
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Start and stop the device multiple times without having to download data or communicate with a PC
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Multiple Start/Stop Mode Activation
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To start the device: Press and hold the pushbutton for 5 seconds, the green LED will flash during this time. The device has started logging.
To stop the device: Press and hold the pushbutton for 5 seconds, the red LED will flash for three seconds and then the green LED will flash for two seconds. The device has stopped logging.
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LED Funcionality
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Green LED blinks: 10 second rate to indicate logging 15 second rate to indicate delay start mode
Red LED blinks: 10 second rate to indicate low battery and/or full memory
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Password Protection
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An optional password may be programmed into the device to restrict access to configuration options. Data may be read out without the password.
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Battery Type
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3.6V lithium battery included; user replaceable
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Battery Life
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10 years typical, dependent upon frequency and duty cycle
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Time Accuracy
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±1 minute/month (at 20ºC/68ºF, stand alone data logging)
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Computer Interface
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USB (interface cable required); 115,200 baud
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Software
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XP SP3/Vista/Windows 7
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Operating Environment
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20ºC to +80ºC (-4ºF to +176ºF), 0%RH to 100%RH
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IP Rating
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IP65
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Dimension
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Rain Gauge: 12.0” x 8.4” dia. (305mm x 214mm dia.)
Weatherproof Enclosure: 3.5”x2.9”x1.1” (87mmx73mmx27mm)
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Construction Materials
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Funnel: anodized aluminum; base, body and bracket Tipping Bucket: PVC
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Weight
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Rain Gauge: 10 lbs (4.5kg) Enclosure and data logger: 9 oz. (254g)
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Materials
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ABS Plastic
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Approvals
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CE
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BATTERY WARNING:FIRE, EXPLOSION, AND SEVERE BURN HAZARD. DO NOT RECHARGE, DISAS-SEMBLE, HEAT ABOVE 212ºF, INCINERATE OR EXPOSE CONTENTS TO WATER
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Accuracy
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±4% over range of 1” to 6” per hour
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Orifice
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8” dia. (204mm dia.)
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Reed Switch Contact Rating
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3W, 28VAC
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Rainfall Per Bucket Tip
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0.01” (0.254mm)
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Mounting
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(3) 1/4” dia. holes on 9.5” dia. circle
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Reading Rate
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4Hz to 1 every 24 hours
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Memory
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406,323 readings; software configurable memory wrap
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Wrap Around
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Yes
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Start Modes
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• Immediate start
• Delay start up to 18 months
• Multiple pushbutton start/stop
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Multiple Start/Stop Mode:
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Start and stop the device multiple times without having to download data or communicate with a PC
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Multiple Start/Stop Mode Activation
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To start the device: Press and hold the pushbutton for 5 seconds, the green LED will flash during this time. The device has started logging.
To stop the device: Press and hold the pushbutton for 5 seconds, the red LED will flash for three seconds and then the green LED will flash for two seconds. The device has stopped logging.
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LED Funcionality
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Green LED blinks: 10 second rate to indicate logging 15 second rate to indicate delay start mode
Red LED blinks: 10 second rate to indicate low battery and/or full memory
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Password Protection
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An optional password may be programmed into the device to restrict access to configuration options. Data may be read out without the password.
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Battery Type
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3.6V lithium battery included; user replaceable
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Battery Life
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10 years typical, dependent upon frequency and duty cycle
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Time Accuracy
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±1 minute/month (at 20ºC/68ºF, stand alone data logging)
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Computer Interface
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USB (interface cable required); 115,200 baud
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Software
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XP SP3/Vista/Windows 7
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Operating Environment
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20ºC to +80ºC (-4ºF to +176ºF), 0%RH to 100%RH
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IP Rating
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IP65
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Dimension
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Rain Gauge: 12.0” x 8.4” dia. (305mm x 214mm dia.)
Weatherproof Enclosure: 3.5”x2.9”x1.1” (87mmx73mmx27mm)
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Construction Materials
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Funnel: anodized aluminum; base, body and bracket Tipping Bucket: PVC
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Weight
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Rain Gauge: 10 lbs (4.5kg) Enclosure and data logger: 9 oz. (254g)
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Materials
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ABS Plastic
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Approvals
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CE
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BATTERY WARNING:FIRE, EXPLOSION, AND SEVERE BURN HAZARD. DO NOT RECHARGE, DISAS-SEMBLE, HEAT ABOVE 212ºF, INCINERATE OR EXPOSE CONTENTS TO WATER
