The WS-GP1 is an affordable weather station supplied as a ready-to-use package. The carefully matched, high grade sensors make the WS-GP1 a good choice for research, agricultural and environmental applications.
Simple, convenient and accurate
The WS-GP1 is a complete, battery-powered, compact solution for recording weather data. It can be set up in minutes and requires minimal maintenance. The internal battery provides 6 months’ operation (typical). The sensors are carefully matched for reliability and accuracy. Being based on the powerful GP1 Data Logger, the system provides high quality weather data at moderate cost. Data can be collected with a notebook PC or by using the cellular modem options.
Rugged and reliable
The WS-GP1’s sensors are dependable and suitable for use in demanding environments. The galvanised steel tripod and white painted stainless steel cross-arm ensure excellent physical strength – and an optional steel guy wire kit is available for additional stability.
Easy to use
• Highly portable
• Pre-wired for rapid set-up
• Compatible with DeltaLINK-Cloud online data viewing and sharing platform
Complete package:
• Dependable, accurate sensors
• 2m tripod mast
• Cellular modem download options
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Specification
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Range / Note
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Wind speed D-034B-CA (combined wind sensor)
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Range
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0.4 to 75 m.s-1
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(0-167 mph)
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Accuracy
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± 0.1 m.s-1
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Up to 10.1 m.s-1
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± 1.1% of reading
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Over 10.1 m.s-1
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Starting threshold
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0.4 m.s-1
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-30° to +70°C
if icing minimal
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Wind direction D-034B-CA (combined wind sensor)
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Accuracy
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±4 degrees
0.5° (resolution)
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Mechanical: 0 to 360°
Electrical: 0 to 356°
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Starting threshold
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0.4 m.s-1
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-30° to +70°C
if icing minimal
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Rainfall RG2+WS-CA
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Sensitivity
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0.2 mm/tip
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160 mm funnel diameter
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Humidity RHT3nl-CA (combined air temp sensor)
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Accuracy
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± 2% RH
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5 to 95% RH[1]
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± 2.5% RH
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<5>95% RH
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Air temperature RHT3nl-CA (combined RH sensor)
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Accuracy
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± 0.3°C
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-20 to 70°C
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Solar radiation D-PYRPA-CA
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Accuracy
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± 5%
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0 to 1.1 kW.m-2
300 to 1100 nm
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Cosine response
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± 1% at 45°
± 4% at 75°
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At zenith angle
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Data recording and power
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Logging frequency
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1 s to 24 hr
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Logging status indicated by flashing LED
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Comms
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To PC or laptop
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RS232 USB[2] or modem
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Battery life
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9 V alkaline
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190 days typical, reading every 5 minutes
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Physical
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Environmental
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IP65 sealing
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Temperature
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-20 to +60°C
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If icing minimal
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Cross-arm
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White-painted stainless steel
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Fits horiz. or vertical pole (42-52 mm dia.)
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Weight
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14.3 kg
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Complete with 2 m tripod and ground stakes
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