FWS-12S Datalogger

Designed for permanent installation in remote locations, the FWS-12S is optimized for meteoroligical and fire weather applications. The FWS-12S is equally at home in remote northern installations, coastal rain forests, or southern deserts.  In combination with the back-up power supply, extensive datalogger memory capacity ensures that logged data is never lost.

FWS-12S Datalogger

  • Field proven - Fully field proven with up to date technology, the FWS-12S is relied on by government agencies around the world.
  • Multiple communications options - You can use a G5 HDR GOES transmitter with an FWS-12S, and still use telephone, radio or cellular communication for immediate data access.
  • Built-in real time clock - Maintains time and date even when power is disconnected.
  • Maximum field simplicity - Military style quick connect cabling, quick mount hardware, a fully modular system.
  • Reliable and tough - Extensive and tough internal lightning protection, waterproof O-ring sealed cast aluminum case, power independent data storage. Designed for permanent installation in the world’s harshest environments.
  • Remote programming - the FWS-12S can be programmed via remote telemetry.

FWS-12S Details Document
 Datalogger Overview

Communication

  • One programmable RS-232 bi-directional port.
  • One RS-232 bi-directional operator port.
  • High Data Rate GOES satellite
  • INMARSAT satellite
  • Voice radio transmitter
  • Telephone modem
  • Radio modem
  • Cellular transmitter
  • On-site display or direct connection to a PC or laptop.

Inputs

  • SDI-12 port: The SDI-12 port is capable of supporting a minimum of 10 SDI-12 sensors (with additional connection hardware).
  • Dedicated ports: There are 5 pre-configured connectors supporting wind speed, wind direction, air temperature and/or humidity, rainfall, plus one of barometric pressure or electronic fuelstick.

Power Input

  • Two input sources with diode isolation for primary and back-up power.
  • 8 - 20 V at approximately 2 mA. SDI sensors will increase this as per specific sensor requirements.
  • SDI-12 power is supplied from the datalogger and is regulated to 12V nominal.
FWS-12S Specifications

Power Consumption
  Quiescent:2 mA @ 12 V DC
  Active:10 mA @ 12 V DC

Operating Temperature Range: -40°F to +140°F (-40°C to +60°C)

Dimensions
  Cabinet Style: 10 in x 8 in x 6.5 in (25.4 cm x 20.3 cm x 16.5 cm)
  Mast Mount: 11 in x 8.9 in x 3.3 in (27.9 cm x 22.5 cm x 8.3 cm)