The Comptus 2304 Rain Gauge is an economical tipping bucket style rain gauge. Its simplicity of design assures accurate rate of rainfall measurement and hassle-‐free operation. The 8” funnel component is manufactured to US National Weather Service specifications. The rain gauge housing, tipping bucket supports and the tipping bucket are fabricated from 304 stainless steel, PVC and aluminum.
A ceramic magnet mounted in a recess on the tipping bucket activates a proximity switch to provide a contact closure at every calibrated tip of the tipping bucket. Specific calibrations for the bucket style rain gauge may be specified at the time of ordering.
Each Comptus Rain Gauge or Rain Gauge Transmitter system includes a detailed instruction manual.
Model 2304 Rain Gauge
Accuracy: ± 4% over range of 1" to 6" per hour.
Use: General Monitoring
FEATURES
- Removable housing for easy maintenance
- Robust construction
- Environmentally stable materials
- Adjustable reed switch
- Adjustable tipping bucket
- 20' of sensor cable
GENERAL INFORMATION
The 2304 Rain Gauge is an economical tipping bucket rain gauge. Its simplicity of design assures trouble free operation yet provides accurate rate of rainfall measurement.
CONSTRUCTION
The 8" orifice funnel, housing, and legs are made of 304 stainless steel. The tipping bucket mechanism is made of PVC, to be robust, chemically resistant and environmentally stable.
OPERATION
A ceramic magnet mounted in a recess on the tipping bucket activates a proximity switch, to provide a contact closure at every calibrated tip of the tipping bucket. Calibrations are specified at the time of ordering as one of those listed under specifications.
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATION:
| Switch: | Proximity switch, 3W, 5-24VDC |
| Accuracy: | ± 4% over range of 1" to 6" per hour |
| Orifice: | 8" diameter |
| Dimensions: | 8.4" D x 12.0" H |
| Shipping weight: | 10 lb. |
| Calibrations: | 0.01", 1MM, 0.5MM, 0.25MM |
| Mounting: | 3 legs, 1/4" diameter bolt circle on 9 1/2" diameter bolt circle |
| Construction: | Funnel 304 SS Housing 304 SS Base Aluminum Tipping Bucket PVC |
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