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SG-420: Cloudburst Weighing Precipitation Gauge (WMO inlet, no heater)

$3,905.00 - $3,956.50
$3,905.00
$3,905.00 - $3,956.50
$3,905.00

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The SG-420 total precipitation gauge is an all-weather weighing gauge with no moving parts. The SG-400 series uses a high accuracy load cell to measure weight of water collected in a bucket mounted on the cell. The inlet has an 6.3-inch diameter/200 cm2 area, which meets the requirements of the World Meteorological Organization (WMO). The unique, double-wall insulated inlet minimizes heater power draw. The SG-420 does not come with a heated inlet option.

Apogee SG-400 series precipitation gauges come partially assembled, facilitating easy transport and deployment. Component parts include base plate, weighing assembly, collection bucket, and shroud/inlet. The collection bucket has a capacity of 8 gallon/30 L, which provides a 59 in/1500 mm capacity for all types of precipitation. The gauge is housed in a lightweight, durable plastic shroud, with a powder-coated stainless steel inlet. Analog to digital circuitry is used to convert the signal from the load cell to an SDI-12 output. A filtering algorithm is used to minimize the influence of evaporation, vibration (from wind), and temperature change on the precipitation signal. Unit can be mounted to a wood post or metal pipe. Apogee recommends securing the post or pipe in a hole of at least 18 in/45 cm depth with cement. To provide accurate measurements, ensure the Cloudburst is level.

Typical applications of precipitation gauges include precipitation monitoring in weather networks and measurement in water balance studies. Precipitation is often the limiting factor to plant growth, and as a result, influences forest and crop productivity. Precipitation data are required for estimating availability of water resources, forecasting floods, and monitoring droughts. Weighing precipitation gauges are becoming more widely used because of the advantages over tipping bucket gauges, particularly in regions with mixed or solid precipitation.

The 4in Post Adapter plate not included (AG-002). To order the post adapter CLICK HERE.

FOR MORE PRODUCT INFORMATION, CHECK OUT THESE LINKS

• Product Manual

• Specification Sheet

• Technical Drawing

 

INLET OPTIONS SG-400 SERIES

  NWS Inlet WMO Inlet
No Heater SG-400 SG-420
Heater SG-410 SG-430

MORE INFORMATION ON APOGEE WEIGHING PRECIPITATION GAUGES >> click here

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Description

The SG-420 total precipitation gauge is an all-weather weighing gauge with no moving parts. The SG-400 series uses a high accuracy load cell to measure weight of water collected in a bucket mounted on the cell. The inlet has an 6.3-inch diameter/200 cm2 area, which meets the requirements of the World Meteorological Organization (WMO). The unique, double-wall insulated inlet minimizes heater power draw. The SG-420 does not come with a heated inlet option.

Apogee SG-400 series precipitation gauges come partially assembled, facilitating easy transport and deployment. Component parts include base plate, weighing assembly, collection bucket, and shroud/inlet. The collection bucket has a capacity of 8 gallon/30 L, which provides a 59 in/1500 mm capacity for all types of precipitation. The gauge is housed in a lightweight, durable plastic shroud, with a powder-coated stainless steel inlet. Analog to digital circuitry is used to convert the signal from the load cell to an SDI-12 output. A filtering algorithm is used to minimize the influence of evaporation, vibration (from wind), and temperature change on the precipitation signal. Unit can be mounted to a wood post or metal pipe. Apogee recommends securing the post or pipe in a hole of at least 18 in/45 cm depth with cement. To provide accurate measurements, ensure the Cloudburst is level.

Typical applications of precipitation gauges include precipitation monitoring in weather networks and measurement in water balance studies. Precipitation is often the limiting factor to plant growth, and as a result, influences forest and crop productivity. Precipitation data are required for estimating availability of water resources, forecasting floods, and monitoring droughts. Weighing precipitation gauges are becoming more widely used because of the advantages over tipping bucket gauges, particularly in regions with mixed or solid precipitation.

The 4in Post Adapter plate not included (AG-002). To order the post adapter CLICK HERE.

FOR MORE PRODUCT INFORMATION, CHECK OUT THESE LINKS

• Product Manual

• Specification Sheet

• Technical Drawing

 

INLET OPTIONS SG-400 SERIES

  NWS Inlet WMO Inlet
No Heater SG-400 SG-420
Heater SG-410 SG-430

MORE INFORMATION ON APOGEE WEIGHING PRECIPITATION GAUGES >> click here

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We offer 30-Day Easy Returns. If you decide you don't need a product, we'll take it back so long as it is in original and re-saleable condition. See the full details here.

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Description

The SG-420 total precipitation gauge is an all-weather weighing gauge with no moving parts. The SG-400 series uses a high accuracy load cell to measure weight of water collected in a bucket mounted on the cell. The inlet has an 6.3-inch diameter/200 cm2 area, which meets the requirements of the World Meteorological Organization (WMO). The unique, double-wall insulated inlet minimizes heater power draw. The SG-420 does not come with a heated inlet option.

Apogee SG-400 series precipitation gauges come partially assembled, facilitating easy transport and deployment. Component parts include base plate, weighing assembly, collection bucket, and shroud/inlet. The collection bucket has a capacity of 8 gallon/30 L, which provides a 59 in/1500 mm capacity for all types of precipitation. The gauge is housed in a lightweight, durable plastic shroud, with a powder-coated stainless steel inlet. Analog to digital circuitry is used to convert the signal from the load cell to an SDI-12 output. A filtering algorithm is used to minimize the influence of evaporation, vibration (from wind), and temperature change on the precipitation signal. Unit can be mounted to a wood post or metal pipe. Apogee recommends securing the post or pipe in a hole of at least 18 in/45 cm depth with cement. To provide accurate measurements, ensure the Cloudburst is level.

Typical applications of precipitation gauges include precipitation monitoring in weather networks and measurement in water balance studies. Precipitation is often the limiting factor to plant growth, and as a result, influences forest and crop productivity. Precipitation data are required for estimating availability of water resources, forecasting floods, and monitoring droughts. Weighing precipitation gauges are becoming more widely used because of the advantages over tipping bucket gauges, particularly in regions with mixed or solid precipitation.

The 4in Post Adapter plate not included (AG-002). To order the post adapter CLICK HERE.

FOR MORE PRODUCT INFORMATION, CHECK OUT THESE LINKS

• Product Manual

• Specification Sheet

• Technical Drawing

 

INLET OPTIONS SG-400 SERIES

  NWS Inlet WMO Inlet
No Heater SG-400 SG-420
Heater SG-410 SG-430

MORE INFORMATION ON APOGEE WEIGHING PRECIPITATION GAUGES >> click here

Shipping & Returns

Shipping is fast and FREE within our country's lower 48 States for most orders $99+. For more details about shipping see the full shipping page here.

We offer 30-Day Easy Returns. If you decide you don't need a product, we'll take it back so long as it is in original and re-saleable condition. See the full details here.

Reviews
Price Match

Found a better price online? We'll match it or beat it if we can. 

All you need to do is let us know via phone or email (fulfillment@weatherscientific.com) and we'll let you know what we can do.

You will need to provide evidence of the better price online and it must include any shipping or taxes charged by that site. i.e. It needs to be the total price.

This only applies to new products, it does not apply to used condition products.