Kestrel 1000 Wind Meter

Product Information

Ultra-low dark current and read-noise – Resulting in the highest sensitivity SWIR camera on the market There is a noticeable step down in overall construction and durability in the Ambient Weather WM-5, but it’s still overall well constructed. The BTMeter BT-100 does feel considerably cheaper and less well-made than either the Kestrel or Ambient Weather weather meters. The Kestrel 1000 is our most basic meter. If all you need is wind measurements, this our least expensive meter. Every meter we sell has the wind features of the Kestrel 1000. The hard slide-on case makes it durable to throw in your gear bag with no worries. All Kestrel models can be fitted to a portable rotating wind vane mount and tripod, to create a very portable and accurate weather station. Image Credit: Kestrel The Kestrel 1000 might only measure wind, but we feel it’s a much better option (and more accurate) than the BTMeter BT-100. Which handheld weather station is the most durable?

Kestrel 1000 Wind Meter — Kestrel AU Kestrel 1000 Wind Meter — Kestrel AU

A less accurate wind meter will only compound that error. We always recommend considering accuracy first before price, even if you’re looking for a budget model. Durability If you’re considering a Kestrel weather meter, we’d strongly recommend models with LiNK connectivity. The free Kestrel LiNK app gives you full access to advanced tools, including shareable reports, custom display options, threshold alerts, snapshot capture, and data visualization. The app is available for both Android and iOS operating systems. Frequently Asked QuestionsA - Yes there are several accessories and replacement parts available for the Kestrel series of rotating vane anemometers

Kestrel 1000 - Raptor Photonics Kestrel 1000 - Raptor Photonics

Ultra high intrascene dynamic range – 69dB – Enables simultaneous capture of bright & dark portions of a scene inch|25 mm diameter impeller with precision axle and low-friction Zytel® bearings. Startup speed stated as lower limit, readings may be taken down to 0.4 m/s | 79 ft/min | 1.5 km/h | .9 mph | .8 kt after impeller startup. Off-axis accuracy -1% @ 5º off-axis; -2% @ 10º; -3% @ 15º. Calibration drift < 1% after 100 hours use at 16 MPH | 7 m/s. Replacement impeller (NK PN-0801) field installs without tools (US Patent 5,783,753). Wind speed calibration and testing should be done with triangle on impeller located at the top front face of the Kestrel. *F/S only in Ballistics units. Beaufort not available in Ballistics units. Difference between dry bulb temperature and wet bulb temperature. When spraying, indicates evaporation rate and droplet lifetime. Safe range for pesticide spraying is 4 to 16 °F / 2 to 9 °C.

Kestrel Basic (1000-3500) Instruction Manuals

Firmware features including 3-point NUC, ALPD functionality, image flip, crosshair, edge and contrast enhancement

Kestrel 1000 Pocket Wind Meter / Digital Anemometer Kestrel 1000 Pocket Wind Meter / Digital Anemometer

Advanced video enhancement and signal processing features – Optimizing image quality and output in real-time. View full Details Perceived temperature resulting from combined effect of wind speed and temperature. Calculated based on the NWS Wind Chill Temperature (WCT) Index, revised 2001, with wind speed adjusted by a factor of 1.5 to yield equivalent results to wind speed measured at 10m above ground. Measurement range limited by extent of published tables. For nearly 20 years on the portable weather meter market, the Kestrel 1000 is still one of the most reliable handheld weather meters. inch diameter impeller with precision axle and low-friction Zytel® bearings. Start-up speed stated as lower limit, readings may be taken down to 0.4 m/s | 79 ft/min | 1.5 km/h | .9 mph | .8 kt after impeller start-up. Off-axis accuracy -1% @ 5° off-axis; -2% @ 10° -3% @ 15°. Calibration drift < 1% after 100 hours use at 16 MPH | 7 m/s. Replacement impeller (NK PN-0801) field installs without tools (US Patent 5,783,753). We’ve also developed a 100-point rating system that judges each handheld weather station tested on the same metrics. We judge accuracy (or performance), affordability, durability, feature set, and ease of use. These categories are weighted to emphasize accuracy and affordability — which makes up half of a handheld weather station’s score itself.

Kestrel 5 Series Troubleshooting Documents

The operational temperature range of the liquid crystal display and batteries is 14° F to 131° F / -10 °C to 55 °C. Measurements beyond the operational range can be taken by briefly exposing unit to extreme conditions such that the display and batteries remain within the operational range. Storage range -22 °F to 140 °F / -30 °C to 60 °C.