Kestrel 1000 Pocket Wind Meter
Simple and compact, the Kestrel 1000 fits right into the palm of your hand and weighs a mere 65 grams. It's also extremely durable and totally waterproof, allowing you to measure wind speeds in even the harshest weather conditions--and it even floats. Convenient and reliable, the Kestrel 1000 is the perfect tool for model plane pilots, kite boarders, and other outdoor enthusiasts that rely on accurate wind speed information. It accurately measures current, average, and maximum wind speeds. The Kestrel 1000 uses a sensitive user-replaceable impeller to measure the wind. The clear and durable LCD screen can be changed at any time to display wind data that suits a variety of applications.Beaufort Wind ScaleKnotsMiles Per HourKilometers Per HourFeet Per MinuteFeatures:Protective cover with sure-grip moldingData hold functionLarge easy-to-read displayWaterproof and floatsPatented, user-replaceable impeller (no tools needed)Ultralight impeller is mounted in jewel bearings for precision, wide range of speeds and low startup speedImpeller is shock-mounted in a glass-reinforced plastic housingAll instruments and accessories are completely assembled in the USAActual size: 4.8 x 1.7 x 0.6 inches (size without case)Power: User-replaceable CR2032 coin cell battery with average life of 300 hoursAll Kestrel Pocket Weather Meters are made in the USA and covered by a 5-year warranty against manufacturing defects. Additionally, every single Kestrel manufactured is calibrated for every single value, either directly against NIST-traceable standards or against an intermediary standard that is calibrated daily.What's in the Box?Kestrel 1000, slip-on protective cover, neck lanyard, CR2032 coin cell battery, Kestrel Certificate of Conformity