Tipping Bucket Rain Gauge
Stainless steel tipping bucket rain gauge with 0.2 mm resolution.
Product overview
The BKC-Rain Tipping Bucket Rain Gauge is a reliable and economical rainfall monitoring instrument designed for accurate precipitation measurement in meteorological and hydrological applications. Using a precision tipping bucket mechanism and magnetic reed switch, it converts collected rainfall into electrical pulse signals for convenient data recording and analysis.
Designed with a debris-resistant collection funnel, insect-proof mesh, low-resistance tipping bucket, and built-in bubble level, the BKC-Rain ensures stable operation and dependable rainfall monitoring. It can be integrated with rainfall data loggers and monitoring systems to measure rainfall accumulation, intensity, and duration.
Key features
- Compact and easy-to-install design
- Reliable rainfall measurement with high stability
- Precision tipping bucket mechanism with magnetic reed switch
- Insect-proof mesh to prevent debris and insects from entering the funnel
- Low-friction tipping bucket for consistent operation
- Built-in bubble level for accurate horizontal installation
- Pulse output for rainfall monitoring and data logging
- Optional RS485 communication interface
- Suitable for continuous outdoor weather monitoring
Where it is used
- Meteorological stations
- Hydrological monitoring
- Agricultural weather stations
- Irrigation management
- Flood monitoring systems
- Environmental monitoring
- Rainfall data logging
- Research applications
Technical specifications
| Measurement Principle | Tipping Bucket Mechanism |
|---|---|
| Sensor Type | Magnetic Reed Switch |
| Collection Area | 200 mm diameter |
| Measured Rainfall Intensity | Maximum 4 mm/min |
| Allowable Rainfall Intensity | Maximum 10 mm/min |
| Response Time | 100 ms |
| Resolution | 1 tip per 0.2 mm rainfall |
| Accuracy | ±0.5% at 0.5 in/hr; ±1.0% at 3.0 in/hr |
| Maximum Load Voltage | 30 V DC (pulse output) |
| Maximum Load Current | 20 mA |
| Operating Temperature | −40°C to +80°C |
| Operating Humidity | 0–100% RH |
| Output | Pulse output; RS485 (12–24 V DC supply) |
| Pulse Circuit | 10 kΩ and 0.01 µF |
| Rainfall Collector Material | 304 Stainless Steel |
| Tipping Bucket Material | ABS |
| Supporting Leg Material | 304 Stainless Steel |
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