YOUNG Serial Output Wind Monitors
The YOUNG Serial Output Wind Monitor combines the performance and durability of the standard Wind Monitor with a unique optical encoder direction transducer and serial output.
Features
- Wind speed sensor is a four blade helicoid propeller that turns a multi-pole magnet
- Wind direction sensor is a durable molded vane
- Housing parts are UV-stabilized thermoplastic; fittings are stainless steel and anodized aluminum
Details
Overview
The RM Young 09101 Wind Monitor-SE offers maximum versatility in a conventional wind sensor. An optical encoder is utilized for vane angle measurement, thereby eliminating the characteristic deadband and wear of potentiometer transducers. The serial output signal is ideal for interfacing with modern data acquisition systems.
Wind Speed
The wind speed sensor is a four blade helicoid propeller that turns a multi-pole magnet. Propeller rotation induces a variable frequency signal in a stationary coil; movable slip rings and brushes are not used. The raw signal is converted to a digital serial output by the on-board microprocessor circuit. A more conventional voltage output may be selected simply by moving an internal jumper.
Wind Direction
The wind direction sensor is a durable molded vane. Vane angle is detected by a custom optical encoder. The encoder is an absolute type so direction output remains accurate even if power is interrupted. As with wind speed, a serial output or voltage output signal can be selected.
Durability
The RM Young 09101 Wind Monitor-SE is designed for superior environmental resistance. Housing parts are UV stabilized thermoplastic. Fittings are stainless steel and anodized aluminum. Precision-grade stainless steel ball bearings are used throughout. The instrument mounts on standard 1 inch pipe.
