
Windproof Tipping Bucket Rain Gauge for Coastal, Island & High-Wind Environments
304 Stainless Steel Precipitation Sensor for Marine Weather Stations, Hydrological Monitoring and Extreme Weather Observation
Product Introduction (pdf)
Product Introduction
The KH.JDW Windproof Tipping Bucket Rain Gauge is a specialized precipitation monitoring sensor designed for coastal areas, islands, marine environments, and high-wind locations where traditional rain gauges may experience measurement errors caused by airflow interference.
Featuring a wind-resistant structural design combined with a precision tipping bucket mechanism, the KH.JDW provides stable and accurate rainfall measurement under challenging weather conditions.
The 304 stainless steel construction offers excellent corrosion resistance and long-term durability, making it suitable for outdoor deployment in harsh environments with strong winds, high humidity, and salt exposure.
The windproof rain gauge is widely used in:
- Coastal meteorological stations
- Island weather observation networks
- Flood early warning systems
- Hydrological monitoring stations
- Marine environmental monitoring platforms
- IoT-based weather observation systems
It provides reliable precipitation data for weather analysis, disaster prevention, and environmental monitoring applications.
How It Works
Rainfall enters through the wind-resistant collection funnel and flows into a calibrated tipping bucket mechanism.
The aerodynamic structure reduces rainfall measurement errors caused by strong airflow, ensuring more accurate precipitation collection in windy environments.
Each bucket tip represents a fixed rainfall amount. The generated pulse signals are recorded and transmitted for monitoring and data analysis.
This design provides:
- Stable rainfall measurement under high wind conditions
- Reduced airflow interference
- Reliable long-term precipitation data collection
- Continuous automatic monitoring capability
Key Features
Windproof Structural Design
The optimized aerodynamic structure and special flange design reduce wind disturbance and improve rainfall measurement accuracy in:
- Coastal areas
- Islands
- Marine environments
- High-wind regions
High-Precision Tipping Bucket Measurement
The calibrated tipping bucket system provides reliable rainfall measurement with selectable resolution options for different meteorological applications.
304 Stainless Steel Construction
The corrosion-resistant stainless steel housing provides excellent durability against:
- Salt spray
- High humidity
- UV exposure
- Harsh outdoor weather conditions
Labyrinth Drainage System
The optimized drainage structure prevents water accumulation and helps maintain consistent measurement performance during heavy rainfall events.
Reliable Rainfall Pulse Output
The dual reed switch design provides stable pulse signals compatible with:
- Data loggers
- Telemetry stations
- Weather monitoring systems
Wide Environmental Adaptability
Designed for reliable operation in:
- Strong wind conditions
- Coastal climates
- High humidity environments
- Extreme weather locations
IoT and SCADA Integration
Supports integration with:
- Meteorological monitoring networks
- Hydrological systems
- Remote telemetry platforms
- Smart environmental monitoring solutions
Application Scenarios
Coastal and Island Rainfall Monitoring
Provides accurate precipitation data for marine weather observation and high-wind rainfall measurement applications.
Meteorological Observation Stations
Supports weather forecasting, climate monitoring, and long-term precipitation observation under extreme environmental conditions.
Flood Early Warning Systems
Provides reliable rainfall data for flood risk assessment, hydrological analysis, and disaster prevention.
Smart Agriculture Monitoring
Supports rainfall-based irrigation planning and agricultural water resource management.
Urban Environmental Monitoring
Used in stormwater management systems, drainage monitoring, and urban rainfall observation networks.
Transportation Infrastructure Weather Monitoring
Applied in:
- Highways
- Railways
- Airports
- Ports
for weather risk monitoring and operational safety management.
IoT Environmental Monitoring Networks
Integrated into telemetry systems and smart environmental observation platforms for remote rainfall data collection.
Technical Specifications
| Parameter | Specification |
|---|---|
| Water Receiving Diameter | Φ200 ±0.6 mm |
| Cutting Edge Angle | 40°–45° |
| Rainfall Intensity | ≤4 mm/min (operational up to 8 mm/min) |
| Resolution | 0.2 mm / 0.5 mm |
| Measurement Error | ≤±4% (indoor static test, rain intensity 2 mm/min) |
| Output Signal | On/off switch signal |
| Operating Temperature | −20℃ ~ +60℃ |
| Working Humidity | ≤95% RH (at 40℃) |
| Switch Capacity | DC ≤12 V, I ≤500 mA |
| Body Material | 304 Stainless Steel |
| Body Dimensions | Diameter 200 mm × Height 550 mm × Thickness 1 mm |
| Base Structure | Windproof flange |
| Drainage Method | Labyrinth drainage |

