HOBO Data Logging Rain Gauge
Onset Self Contained Battery Powered Rainfall Data Collector
 The Data Logging Rain
Gauge is a fully
self-contained, battery-powered rainfall data collection and recording
system. It includes a HOBO
Event data logger integrated into a tipping-bucket rain gauge. The
RG3 automatically records up to 160" (320 cm for the RG3-M) of
rainfall data that can be used to determine rainfall rates, times and
duration. A time and date stamp is stored for each 0.01" (0.2 mm
for the RG3-M) tip event for detailed analysis.
Included with the Rain Gauge
>> HOBO Pendant Event Data Logger
>> (2) Hose Clamps and (3) Screws
 Rain Gauge Requires
>> HOBOWare Software Kit
>> Optic Base Stations or Waterproof Data Shuttle
NOTE: Large Quantity Discounts Are Availabe!
Features Specifications
| Description |
Part Number |
Qty 1-9 |
Qty 10+ |
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| Data Logging Rain Gauge |
RG3
|
$420.00 |
$390.00 |
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| Data Logging Rain Gauge (Metric Version) |
RG3-M
|
$420.00 |
$390.00 |
|
| Required Software Kits - 1 Required (Compare HOBOWare Versions) |
| HOBOware Lite Software Kit for Windows/Mac (includes Software and Cable) |
BHW-LITE
|
$45.00 |
call |
|
| HOBOware Pro Software Kit for Windows (includes Software and Cable) |
BHW-PC
|
$99.00 |
$92.00 |
|
| HOBOware Pro Software Kit for Mac (includes Software and Cable) |
BHW-MAC
|
$99.00 |
$92.00 |
|
| Communication Kits 1 - Required |
| Optic USB Base Station (includes Coupler) |
BASE-U-4
|
$115.00 |
$107.00 |
|
| Pendant Optic Base Station with Coupler |
BASE-U-1
|
$65.00 |
$61.00 |
|
| Waterproof Shuttle Data Transporter/Optic Base Station w/ Couplers - Requires HOBOWare Pro Software |
U-DTW-1
|
$230.00 |
$214.00 |
|
| Optional Accessories |
| Extra/Replacement Batteries (pack of 5) - CR2032 lithium batteries |
HRB-Temp-5
|
$10.00 |
$8.00 |
|
| Waterproof Shuttle Data Transporter/Optic Base Station w/ Couplers - Requires HOBOWare Pro Software |
U-DTW-1
|
$230.00 |
$214.00 |
|
| Coupler for UA Pendant Loggers |
COUPLER2-A
|
$11.00 |
$10.00 |
|
Data Logging Rain Gauge Features
- Complete with Fully Integrated HOBO Pendant Event Data Logger
- Constructed from field-proven corrosion-resistant components:
aluminum housing and collector ring; stainless steel shaft and
brass bearings; tipping bucket s high-precision, injection-molded,
high impact ABS plastic.
- Nonvolatile EEPROM memory retains data even if battery fails
- Removable top for easy data offload
- Battery check at launch
- Side bracket for mast mounting (hose clamps included)
- Self-emptying for continuous rainfall logging
- Weatherproof
- Readout and relaunch in the field with optional Optic Base Station or Waterproof Data Shuttle
- Requires HOBOWare Software and Optical Base Station or Shuttle Data Logging
Data Logging Rain Gauge Specifications
| Maximum Rainfall Rate |
127 cm (5 in.) per Hour |
| 16,000-Tip Memory Capacity |
RG3: records up to 160" of rainfall data
RG3-M: records up to 320cm |
| Resolution |
RG3: 0.01"
RG3-M: 0.2mm |
| Calibration Accuracy |
RG3: ±1.0% (up to 1"/hr)
RG3-M: ±1.0% (up to 20 mm/hr) |
| Time Stamp Resolution |
1 second |
| Operating Range |
Temperature: 0° to 50°C (32°F to 122°F) |
| Storage Range |
Temperature: -20°C to 70°C (-4°F to 122°F) |
| Environmental Rating |
Weatherproof |
| Tipping Gauge Housing |
15.24cm (6") Aluminum Bucket |
| Tipping Gauge Mechanism |
Stainless Steel Shaft with Brass Bearings |
| Time Accuracy |
1 minute per month at 25°C (77°F) |
| Data Storage Capacity |
Number of data points depends on rainfall rate: 16K to 23K tips when
recording rainfall only; 25K to 30K data points when recording rainfall
and temperature. |
| Standards Compliance |
CE |
| Weight |
1.2 Kg (2.5 lbs) |
| Dimensions |
257.2mm Height x 152.4mm Diameter (10.125" x 6.0")
15.39 (6.06") Receiving Orifice |
| Temperature Measurement |
Range: -20° to 70°C (-4° to 158°F)
Accuracy: ±0.47°C at 25°C (±0.85°F at 77°F)
Resolution: 0.10°C at 25°C (0.18°F at 77°F)
Drift: Less Than 0.1°C (0.2°F) per Year
Response time in Airflow (1 m/s (2.2 mph): 10 minutes typical to 90%
NOTE: A Solar Radiation Shield is Required for Accurate Temperature Measurements in Sunlight.
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- Offload and Relaunch Loggers in the Field
- Optical Infrared Interface
- Easy USB connection to PC
- Includes All Couplers and USB Cable
- Offloads and Relaunches Pendant Data Loggers in the Field
- Optical Infrared Interface
- Easy USB connection to PC
- Includes Coupler and USB Cable
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All prices are in U.S. Dollars.
No U.S. sales tax
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Optic USB Base Station
Pendant Optic Base Station and Coupler
Can be used as an Optic USB based station for