RS485 Wind Direction Measuring Device

This is a wind direction meter from DFRobot. The device measures wind direction in 22.5° increments and transmits this via an RS485 connection. So it provides one of 16 different directions in which the wind is blowing. The measurement is made from a wind speed of at least 0.3m/s. The device is made of aluminum and has been sprayed with a protective lacquer. This allows the device to be used in all weather conditions.

Recommended accessories:

• USB to RS485 Converter Module

Features: 

• Compact size 
  
• Easy to build 
  
• Corrosion protection through paintwork  
  
• Measurement of 16 directions  
  
• RS485 connection for stable sending over long distances 
  
• Program examples for Raspberry Pi available

Documentation: 

• DFRobot Wiki

Technical Details: 

• Manufacturer: DFRobot 
  
• Manufacturer SKU: SEN0482 
  
• Voltage: 7-24V 
  
• Measurement range: 16 different directions (22.5° increment) 
  
• Cable length: 2.5m 
  
• Communication protocol: RS485 
  
• Dimensions: Ø235 x 167mm 
  
• Weight: 560g

Scope of delivery: 

• 1x RS485 Wind Direction Meter 
  
• 1x RS485 Cable 2.5m