Where to get anemometer? - Page 1
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author: nardev
author_rank: Unknown
timestamp: January 04, 2013, 04:25:07 am
content: I'm not looking for already assembled device but for "component" which has some interface for getting data for wind speed and wind direction.Of course, it would be affordable one and not very inaccurateSomething like this:

author: GeoffS
author_rank: Unknown
timestamp: January 04, 2013, 04:51:16 am
content: Are you looking for something self contained i.e. reports wind speed and direction or something that just produces pulses relative to wind speed/direction?I'm assuming from the picture, the latter option.I have a cheap eBay weather-station that includes an anemometer, only cost around $120.Cheapest anemometer only I've seen is as a replacement for a weather-station similar to mine at $88. (lookup Davis weather-stations)

author: nardev
author_rank: Unknown
timestamp: January 04, 2013, 05:02:55 am
content: Actually, what would be great option for me is this:https://www.sparkfun.com/products/8942I just don't know how strong this construction is.Goal is to make simple weather station which broadcasts status (via web server or viahttps://cosm.com/)Simple hobby project...

author: nardev
author_rank: Unknown
timestamp: January 04, 2013, 05:05:53 am
content: Seems to be good option what you suggested, just bit pricey.I found this:http://www.amazon.com/Davis-Replacement-Anemometer-Part-7911/dp/B000WDS7UK

author: GeoffS
author_rank: Unknown
timestamp: January 04, 2013, 05:16:33 am
content: Quote from: nardev on January 04, 2013, 05:02:55 amThat hardware is basically the same as my weather station.Glad I went out to take a picture, the wind had blown the whole unit around from true north. I'll secure that when it's a bit cooler - 41° C right now!

author: nardev
author_rank: Unknown
timestamp: January 04, 2013, 05:24:27 am
content: Quote from: GeoffS on January 04, 2013, 05:16:33 amouit looks niceThank you for the shot, i think that i'm going to backorder that one from sparkfun...u have any datasheet/project info what you made?What part is last fixed, in the right hand side on image?

author: GeoffS
author_rank: Unknown
timestamp: January 04, 2013, 05:36:01 am
content: Quote from: nardev on January 04, 2013, 05:24:27 amWile I wanted to make a weather-station as a project (and may one day), the unit I bought is complete (check out this imagefrom my website)The cylindrical bit on the right is where the processor is housed, along with the temperature and humidity sensors. The bit on top is a solar cell for charging the batteries. Battery life is pretty good, about 2 years, but the solar cell is now standard on these units.

author: nardev
author_rank: Unknown
timestamp: January 04, 2013, 05:52:54 am
content: Quote from: GeoffS on January 04, 2013, 05:36:01 amI'm sorry if i'm boring, what type of battery and solar cell you use there?

author: GeoffS
author_rank: Unknown
timestamp: January 04, 2013, 06:14:11 am
content: Quote from: nardev on January 04, 2013, 05:52:54 amNot at all, it's nice to have a question here I can answer!The transmitter is powered by 2 AA rechargeable batteries. Not details on what the solar cell provides.The console uses 3 AA batteries but uses USB when it's connected,Here's a link to themanufacturers site.

author: G7PSK
author_rank: Super Contributor
timestamp: January 04, 2013, 09:50:41 pm
content: You could make one I have seen lots of people do that, the web is full of them.http://youtu.be/Hv87DUeViU0

author: nardev
author_rank: Unknown
timestamp: January 05, 2013, 12:06:10 am
content: Quote from: G7PSK on January 04, 2013, 09:50:41 pmI'm more into programming and i don't have much interest in mechanics right now... unfortunately, if i was 18 yo now i would certainly go to mechanical faculty