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CATALOG INDEX
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- [ All Weather Plastic
Rain Gauge ]
- [ Electronic Rain
Counter ]
- [ Precipitation Gauges ]
- [ Rain Collectors ]
- [ Rain Collector Shelf ]
- [ Recording Rain
Gauges ]
- [ Siphoning Rain Gauge ]
- [ The Rainew Tipping
Bucket Rain Gauge ]
- [ Tipping Bucket Rain
Gauge ]
- [ Tru-chek Rain Gauge ]

The accurate measurement of rain and snow precipitation remains one of the most basic elements of meteorology. To enable accurate measurement of precipitation in all environments, Geneq provides a series of instruments incorporating a tipping bucket mechanism. The tipping bucket design allows accurate, repeatable measurements, requires no regular operator maintenance, and is economical and proven in operation.

Features:

• Jeweled bearing
• Teflon coated bucket
• Reed switch
• Self emptying
• Corrosion resistant materials
• Quality construction

Each model in the series is optimized to meet a particular site and sampling requirement.

Operation
A dual-chambered tipping bucket assembly is located below the collection funnel. When a precise amount of precipitation has been collected in one side of the bucket, gravity tips the assembly and activates a reed switch. A momentary electrical contact closure through the switch is provided for each increment of rainfall. The sample is discharged through the base of the gauge.

For environments that can typically expect a significant amount of frozen precipitation, internal sensor heaters are available. The heating elements are thermostatically controlled to melt and mesure the water content of snow and frozen rain, but to avoid evaporative loss.

Construction
The heavy machined aluminum base provides a stable platform for the tipping assembly. The bucket is made from stainless steel and is Teflon coated to prevent retention of the sample. The bucket pivots are precision machined and fitted with jeweled bearings to reduce wear and friction. The funnel is powder coated aluminum and has two screens for preventing leaves and other debris from entering or clogging the gauge. A circular bubble-level and adjustable feet facilitate proper mounting of the unit. Major components are finished in catalyzed polyurethane paint, with a color and texture chosen to allow the sensor to blend into the environment.

Specifications

• Accuracy
  • at 0.5"/hour: ±0.5%
  • at 1" to 3"/hour: ±1.0%
• Switch
  • Type: Reed
  • Rating: 10 mA, 28 VDC
• Height
  • 8" Gauges: 18" (46 cm)
  • 12" Gauges: 20.5" (52 cm)
• Weight (not including cabling)
  • 8" Rain gauges: 6 lbs. (2.7 kg)
  • 12" Rain gauges: 7.5 lbs. (3.4 kg)
  • 8" Rain & snow gauges: 6.5 lbs. (3 kg)
  • 12" Rain & snow gauges: 11.5 lbs. (5.2 kg)
• Shipping weight (not including cabling)
  • 8" Rain gauges: 8.5 lbs. (3.9 kg)
  • 12" Rain gauges: 10 lbs. (4.5 kg)
  • 8" Rain & snow gauges: 9 lbs. (4 kg)
  • 12" Rain & snow gauges: 14 lbs. (6.4 kg)
• Finish: white gloss/biege textured powder coat and clear anodized aluminum
• Cable (xx = length in feet)
  • Signal: #1566-xx
  • Power (as required) #2517-xx

Ordering informations
Specify Model number, calibration factor, cable length(s), and accessories.

Accessories and related products
Model 850440 Wind sceen. The improved Alter-design screen is constructed of 32 free-swinging, separated leaves. It can greatly improve the accuracy of the precipitation catch by reducing local turbulence.
Model 550500 Evaporation Gauge. This device measures the water level in a standard evaporation pan, and provides an output proportional to that level.