The RG-2500 tipping bucket rain gauge is a dependable instrument used for measuring precipitation. Rainfall that enters the 8" or 12" funnel collector is directed to the tipping bucket assembly. When an incremental amount of precipitation has been collected 0.01, the bucket assembly tips and activates a magnetic reed switch. The sample is discharged through the base of the gauge. A momentary electrical contact is provided for each increment of rainfall. The contact closure is used to operate a data acquisition system. The funnel has a screen to prevent debris from entering the gauge.
The Model RG-2500E is used where 115 Vac is available and precipitation is often in the form of snow. A 400 watt heater unit is installed on the base of the rain gauge. The outer tube is insulated and a freeze point thermostat controls the temperature at the funnel. Snow falling into the funnel is melted and the resulting water drains into the tipping bucket assembly.
SPECIFICATIONS Capacity: Unlimited Orifice Size: RG-2500, RG-2500E: 20 cm (8") RG-2500-12, RG-2500E-12: 30 cm (12") Accuracy: ±1% @ 2"/hr Switch: 3 W, 24 Vdc, 0.25 A max Sensitivity: 0.01" or 1 mm per tip Dimensions: RG-2500, RG-200E: 203.2 Dia. x 431.8 H mm (8 x 17") RG-2500-12, RG-2500E-12: 508 H x 304.8 mm Dia. (20 x 12") Weight: RG-2500: 3.2 kg (7 lb) RG-2500E: 5.4 kg (12 lb) RG-2500-12: 6.4 kg (14 lb) RG-2500E-12: 7.7 kg (17 lb)
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Note: Comes complete with 7.6 m (25') signal cable, mounting feet, and operator's manual.
Heated units also include 7.6 m (25') power cable.
*OM-CP-IFC110 Windows software comes complete with 3.7 m (4') RS232 cable with DB9F termination, battery, and operator's manual.
Ordering Example: (1) RG-2500E Heated rain gauge with 20 cm (8") orifice, $910.00
