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Fascinating Electronics Anemometer

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Anemometer drawing

There are two magnets under the spinning cap of the anemometer. Every half rotation a magnet passes over a small reed switch that is connected to a Wind Data Logger. The anemometer is built using high quality ball bearings, stainless steel hardware, and the distinctive gold anodized aluminum cups.

Most anemometers are exposed to harsh conditions, thus they will not last forever. In most cases the anemometer will last for two to three years without maintenance. The only parts that we have seen die in the last 10 years are the ball bearings. Replacement ball bearing assemblies are available, at cost, and can be installed in a few minutes with hand tools.

Our assembled anemometers come complete with an RJ-45 connector to make field wiring very easy. To connect the anemometer to a Wind Data Logger, all you need is a straight through CAT5 patch cable.

A sample of this anemometer has been wind tunnel calibrated. You can view the anemometer calibration summary, or you can request the full calibration report from us.

View the assembly manual Assembly Manual.

Anemometer, assembled and tested

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US Price: $85.00 USD
Please call us at +1-507-454-2727 to place an order.

Assembled and tested anemometer.

Part Number: APRS6500
Shipping Weight: 2.00 pounds
RoHS: compliant
Anemometer, kit

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US Price: $65.00 USD
Please call us at +1-507-454-2727 to place an order.

Assembly of the anemometer is not difficult and will take most people less than an hour to complete. The bearings and magnets are pre-epoxied in place and a packet of Loctite 222 is included - no supplies needed! A flat blade screw driver and end wrenches are helpful for building the anemometer.

Note: This is a special order item and must be ordered in 5 or more quantity.

Part Number: APRS6501
Shipping Weight: 2.00 pounds
RoHS: compliant

Anemometer Schematic


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