Rainfall sensor & Snow Sensor
A rainfall sensor (or rain recorder, rain gauge) is an instrument used by meteorologists and hydrologists to measure the amount of precipitation in an area over a period of time.
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What is a rainfall sensor ?
A rainfall sensor, also known as a precipitation sensor, is an electronic device that detects the presence and amount of rainfall. It is commonly used in conjunction with an irrigation system to prevent over-watering and conserve water. When the sensor detects rainfall, it signals the irrigation system to stop watering the lawn or garden, which helps to conserve water and prevent plant stress from over-watering.
Rainfall sensors are typically installed in open areas, such as yards or gardens, and can be programmed to shut off the irrigation system for a specified amount of time after it has rained.
Additionally, snow sensors are also used to detect snowfall and prevent over-watering.
What is a snow sensor ?
A snow sensor, also known as a snow gauge, is a device used to measure snow-related data, such as snow accumulation, snow depth, and snowpack density. Snow sensors are primarily used to detect snowfall and prevent over-watering or conserve water. They are also used to improve snow removal operations and predict snowmelt runoff.
Snow sensors are commonly used in snowy regions to monitor snowfall and prevent over-watering or conserve water. They play a crucial role in ensuring efficient water usage during the winter months.
Additionally, by accurately measuring snow accumulation and depth, these sensors aid in better planning for snow removal activities and mitigating potential risks associated with snowmelt.
What is a visibility sensor ?
A visibility sensor is a device that measures the clarity of the atmosphere, quantifying how far one can see under prevailing weather conditions. It’s used to detect and measure atmospheric phenomena like fog, mist, haze, smoke, and precipitation that reduce visibility. These sensors are crucial for various applications, particularly in weather forecasting, aviation, transportation, and environmental monitoring.

SEM226V Mini Visibility Sensor
The smog is composed of many tiny water droplets and various fine particles in the air. The infrared light

SEM226VP Visibility Meter
SEM226VP Visibility Meter can add a weather phenomenon detection module, which can identify the types of precipitation and snowfall, and

SEM400 Pulse RS485 Stainless Steel Rain Gauge
SEM400 is a precipitation measurement instrument, and its performance meets the requirements of the national standard GB/T 21978.2-2014 “Precipitation Observation

SEM404 High quality ABS shell tipping bucket rain gauge
SEM404 is a precipitation measurement instrument, and its performance meets the requirements of the national standard GB/T 21978.2-2014 “Precipitation Observation

SEM406 Evaporation transmitter
SEM406 evaporation transmitter is an instrument developed by our company to observe the evaporation of the water surface. The product

SEM226HC Piezoelectric Rain Detector
SEM226HC piezoelectric rain gauge is a monitoring equipment developed for hydrology and water conservancy industry. It can measure rainfall

SEM226VC Visibility Detector
SEM226VC Visibility Detector is a low cost visibility sensor working based on forward scattering principle developed by SenTec. Main application

SEM226-SLV UAV dedicated visibility meter
SEM226-SLV UAV visibility meter weighs only 110g and is designed for meteorological data monitoring and collection of unmanned aerial vehicles
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