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  • Outdoor wind direction sensor for greenhouse climate monitoring
  • Corrosion resistant wind direction sensor for outdoor monitoring

RS485 Wind Direction Sensor for Weather Stations

Key Features

  • Accurate wind direction measurement: Measures wind direction from 0 to 359.9°, suitable for professional meteorological and environmental monitoring systems.
  • RS485 Modbus RTU communication: Provides digital wind direction output for easy integration with data loggers, RTUs, PLCs, IoT gateways, and cloud platforms.
  • Low starting wind speed: Starting wind speed is ≤0.8 m/s, allowing the sensor to respond sensitively to low wind conditions.
  • Compact and lightweight structure: Small body design makes the sensor easy to transport, install, and integrate into field monitoring stations.
  • High performance bearing system: Imported bearings reduce rotation resistance and help ensure accurate and smooth wind direction tracking.
  • Durable ASA housing: The ASA shell provides high mechanical strength, hardness, corrosion resistance, and long term outdoor color stability.
  • IP65 outdoor protection
    Suitable for harsh outdoor applications where dust and water resistance are required.
  • Anti electromagnetic interference design: Helps improve signal stability in outdoor, industrial, and multi device monitoring environments.
  • Multiple output options available: Optional output types include 4 to 20mA, 0 to 5V, 0 to 10V, and RS485 Modbus RTU.

Product Description

1. Description

JW-FX02-X(YN03) RS485 Wind Direction Sensor is a compact and durable wind vane sensor designed for accurate wind direction measurement in automatic weather stations, smart agriculture, greenhouse monitoring, ports, marine systems, environmental monitoring, and aquaculture projects. With a 0 to 359.9° measurement range, RS485 Modbus RTU output, IP65 protection, and corrosion resistant ASA housing, it is ideal for long term outdoor wind monitoring.

2. Product Overview

JW-FX02-X(YN03) RS485 Wind Direction Sensor is designed for reliable wind direction measurement in weather stations, smart agriculture, greenhouse climate monitoring, environmental protection, ports, ships, docks, aquaculture farms, and outdoor monitoring systems.

The sensor uses a large wind vane design to capture external wind direction changes effectively. Its compact structure and carefully balanced weight distribution reduce rotational inertia and improve response sensitivity. The ASA housing offers excellent corrosion resistance and weather durability, making it suitable for long term outdoor deployment.

With RS485 Modbus RTU output, the sensor can be connected to a wide range of industrial and IoT data acquisition devices. It is especially suitable for automatic weather stations and smart monitoring platforms that require stable, long distance digital communication.

Item Specification
Product Type Wind direction sensor
Measurement Range 0 to 359.9°
Output RS485
Communication Protocol Modbus RTU
Starting Wind Speed ≤0.8 m/s
Accuracy ±3° when wind speed is below 5 m/s
Power Supply 12 to 24V DC
Protection Rating IP65
Housing Material ASA
Color Black
Cable Length 3 m customizable
Communication Setting 9600 N 8 1
Optional Output Types 4 to 20mA 0 to 5V 0 to 10V RS485 Modbus RTU

3. Application Scenarios

  • Automatic weather stations
  • Smart agriculture weather monitoring
  • Greenhouse climate monitoring
  • Environmental protection stations
  • Port and dock wind direction monitoring
  • Marine and ship monitoring systems
  • Aquaculture farm weather monitoring
  • Industrial site weather observation
  • Traffic weather monitoring
  • Outdoor IoT environmental monitoring

4. Installation and Integration

The sensor can be installed on a meteorological pole, rooftop bracket, greenhouse monitoring mast, coastal station, aquaculture site, or industrial weather station. For best performance, install the sensor in an open area away from tall buildings, trees, walls, and other obstacles that may affect airflow.

Recommended integration devices include:

  • RS485 data logger
  • Modbus RTU gateway
  • Automatic weather station controller
  • Solar powered monitoring cabinet
  • PLC or RTU system
  • IoT weather monitoring platform
  • Wind speed sensor for combined wind monitoring

FAQ

  • Q

    1. What is this RS485 Wind Direction Sensor used for?

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    It is used to measure wind direction in weather stations, smart agriculture, greenhouse monitoring, ports, marine systems, environmental monitoring, and aquaculture projects.

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    2. What is the measurement range of this wind direction sensor?

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    The sensor measures wind direction from 0 to 359.9°.

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    3. Does the sensor support Modbus RTU communication?

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    Yes. This model supports RS485 Modbus RTU communication for easy connection to data loggers, RTUs, gateways, and monitoring platforms.

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    4. Can JW-IoT integrate this sensor into a complete weather station?

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    Yes. JW-IoT can integrate this wind direction sensor with wind speed sensors, rain gauges, temperature humidity sensors, solar power systems, data loggers, and cloud platforms.

  • Q

    5. What is the starting wind speed of the sensor?

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    The starting wind speed is ≤0.8 m/s, helping the sensor respond to low wind conditions.

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    6. Is the sensor suitable for long term outdoor use?

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    Yes. It has an IP65 protection rating and an ASA housing designed for corrosion resistance and long term outdoor durability.

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    7. Can JW-IoT provide this sensor for port or marine monitoring projects?

    A

    Yes. JW-IoT can provide wind direction monitoring solutions for ports, docks, marine stations, ships, and coastal environmental monitoring projects.

  • Q

    8. What power supply does the sensor require?

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    The sensor works with 12 to 24V DC power supply.

  • Q

    9. Can JW-IoT support customized cable length or system integration?

    A

    Yes. JW-IoT can support customized cable length, RS485 integration, and project based weather monitoring system configuration.

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