Solar Radiation Sensor 6450

Description

This item will measures the solar radiation for evapotranspiration (ET) and Temperature/Humidity/Sun/Wind (THSW) Index.

Precision pyranometer

Detects solar radiation  at wavelengths of 300 to 1100 nanometers. Solar radiation data is required (along with an anemometer and a temperature/humidity sensor) enables the weather station to report ET and THSW Index.

Designed for accuracy

• Diffuser element and housing are carefully designed for accurate cosine response.
• Silicon photo diode provides good match to solar spectrum.

Stands up to the weather

• Two-piece housing minimizes radiation heating, allows convection cooling of the sensor, and prevents the trapping of water or dust.

Includes

• Solar radiation sensor with built-in level
• 2 ft (0.6 m) cable

Requires

• A  Vantage Pro2 sensor suite. Note: Vantage Pro2 Plus and GroWeather already include this product.
• A Sensor Mounting Shelf (#6673) for mounting to a Vantage Pro2 sensor suite.