CS120A Sichtweitensensor mit vorwärts gerichteter Streulichtmessung
High-performance Sichtweitensensor zu einem günstigen Preis
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Überblick

Der CS120A ist ein Sichtweitensensor, der die Vorwärtsstreuung der Infrarotstrahlung misst. Er kann allein oder an einer Wetterstation betrieben werden und kommt für Luftfahrt, Verkehr und Forschung zum Einsatz. Die verwendete Messung der Vorwärtsstreuung ist etabliert und der Winkel von 42° gibt eine genaue Abschätzung der meteorologischen Sichtweite (M.O.R.) in Schnee und Nebel im Bereich 5 - 75000m (16,4 bis 246063 ft).

Für Anwendungen aus der Luftfahrt erfüllt der CS120A die Vorgaben der CAA (Civil aviation authority) und ICAA Richtlinien und entspricht oder übertrifft alle Spezifikationen und Empfehlungen (inklusive CAP437, CAP670 und CAP746).

Der Sensor ist vom DWD (Deutscher Wetterdienst) zum Betrieb nach 506/04 AVV zur Kennzeichnung von Luftfahrthindernissen anerkannt.

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Funktionen und Vorteile

  • High performance sensor at a competitive price
  • Three year extended warranty available on this product
  • Sensor design minimises airflow disruption at measurement volume
  • Incorporates automatic dew and hood heaters for all-weather operation
  • Simple field calibration using optional calibration kit
  • Low power - suitable for remote application
  • Automatic status check for faults or window contamination
  • Made in UK
  • Type certified for Aviation use by the German Meteorological Service, Deutscher Wetterdienst (DWD)

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Technische Beschreibung

Compared to many such sensors, the CS120A design means that visibility is being measured in a relatively clean space because the position of the heads and body minimize disturbance of the airflow at the measurement volume.

The CS120A uses continuous high-speed sampling, which improves the accuracy of the measurements taken during mixed weather such as rain and hail, while providing reliable readings during more stable events such as fog and mist. High-speed sampling also allows the sensor to better respond to suddenly changing conditions.

The CS120A has several design features that keep its optics clean. Downward-facing optics minimize dirt and snow buildup. Low-powered heaters prevent the formation of dew, and a higher-powered heater prevents the formation of ice.

The sensor is very power efficient, drawing just 3 W during normal operation including the dew heaters; power can be reduced further by reducing the sample rate and manual control of the heaters.

Two configurable alarm outputs are provided and, via relays, these can drive external warning systems such as lights and fog-horns. They can also be used to switch the intensity of wind turbine warning lights depending upon current visibility levels.


Kompatibel mit

Please note: The following shows notable compatibility information. It is not a comprehensive list of all compatible products.

Datenlogger

Product Compatible Note
CR1000 (retired)
CR1000X (retired)
CR300 (retired)
CR3000
CR310
CR350
CR6
CR800 (retired)
CR850 (retired)

Spezifikationen

Signal Type/Output RS-232, RS-485
Measurement Description Meteorological Observable Range (MOR)
Maximum Reported Visibility 75 km (46.6 mi)
Minimum Reported Visibility 5 m (16.4 ft)
Accuracy
  • ±8% at < 600 m (< 1968.5 ft)
  • ±10% at 600 to 10,000 m (1968.5 to 32,808.4 ft)
  • ±15% at 10,000 to 15,000 m (32,808.4 to 49,212.6 ft)
  • ±20% at 15,000 to 75,000 m (49,212.6 to 246,063 ft)
Resolution 1 m (3.3 ft)
Mounting Stainless-steel V-bolt bracket that attaches to a pole with a 32 to 52.5 mm (1.25 to 2 in.) outer diameter
Electronics Supply Voltage 7 to 30 Vdc
Total Unit Power < 3 W while sampling continuously (including dew heaters)
Standards Frangible masts are available to customer requirements to meet ICAO recommendations (typically placing the sample volume at 2.5 m [8.2 ft]).
Sensor Dimensions 540 x 640 x 246 mm (21.26 x 25.2 x 9.7 in.) including mount
Sensor Weight ~3 kg (6.6 lb) depending on mounting system

Optical/Pulse

LED Center Wavelength 850 nm
LED Spectral Bandwidth ±35 nm
Light Pulse Rate 1 kHz

Environmental

Operating Temperature Range -25° to +60°C (standard)
Extended Operating Temperature Range -40° to +70°C (This extended version is available as a special. Contact Campbell Scientific for more information.)
Operating Humidity Range 0 to 100%
Sensor Sealing Rated to IP66
Wind Speed Up to 60 m s-1
Sensor Heater Threshold
  • < 35°C (dew heater on)
  • > 40°C (dew heater off)
  • < 15°C (hood heater on)
  • > 25°C (hood heater off)

DSP & Dew Heaters

Power 2 x 0.6 W (total of 1.4 W) for dew heater
Typical Current Consumption @ 12 Vdc
  • 200 mA (continuous sampling, dew heaters active)
  • 110 mA (continuous sampling, dew heaters disabled)
  • 21 mA (no sampling, dew heaters disabled)
  • 200 mA (dew heaters active, RS-232 communications)

Hood Heater

Supply Voltage 24 V dc or ac
Power 2 x 30 W (total of 60 W)

Interface

Serial Interface RS-232 or RS-485, 8 bit data bytes, 1 stop bit
Serial Data Rates 1200 to 115,200 bps (38,400 bps default rate)

Downloads

CR1000X CS120A example programs v.1 (2 KB) 18-03-2020

CR1000X programs that use the MSSET and MSGET commands.


CS125 and CS120A OS v.17 (555 KB) 08-06-2023

Campbell Scientific has introduced a new operating system, OS 17, for the CS120A visibility sensor and CS125 present weather sensor. It is backwards compatible and is easily installed on all CS120A and CS125 sensors (but not older CS120 sensors). OS 17 is available free of charge and can be downloaded here or supplied by email on request.

Upgrade to OS 17 is recommended.

Liste der Änderungen

Campbell Viewpoint v.2.1.0.2 (86 MB) 09-10-2019

Campbell Viewpoint is viewing software designed to accompany the Campbell Scientific optical sensor range, including the CS135 ceilometer, SkyVue PRO, SkyVue 8, SkyVue 8M, CS120A visibility and CS125 present weather sensors. It is free to download (or via email on request) and use for 100 hours, after which you will need to purchase a key to continue using it.

Version 2.1.0.2

Viewpoint version 2.1.0.2 has introduced our new ceilometer sensors to the list of instruments that can be monitored.  This includes the SkyVue PRO, SkyVue 8 and SkyVue 8M.  

Previous sensors are still available.

Version 2.1.0.2 also includes some minor bug fixes and improvements to the help menu.

FAQs für

Number of FAQs related to CS120A: 3

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