400-6000 Visibility Sensor 
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The 400-6000 Visibility Sensor is designed to monitor visibility conditions over a range of 0-50 miles (0-80 km). The 400-6000 includes both analog and digital outputs. Analog output ranges of 0-1, 0-5, or 0-10 volts and 4-20 mA are available. Also included are alarm outputs, which can be adjusted to alarm at user preset visibility thresholds. Two alarm channels are standard, making it possible to indicate good/medium/poor visibility by setting the appropriate thresholds. Digital RS232 and RS485 output at 300-38,400 Baud can be used to indicate the present visibility and provide diagnostic information.
These sensors are designed to provide both accuracy and reliability in a cost effective package. Applications include lighthouses, highways, resort areas, as well as shipboard and other marine platforms.
Visibility is detected using widely accepted principles of forward scattering. A high output infrared LED transmitter projects light into a sample volume, and light scattered in a forward direction is collected by the receiver. The light source is modulated to provide excellent rejection of background noise and natural variations in background light intensity. The sensor's analog output signal is proportional to visibility. Visibility is also compared to the preset alarm thresholds, so that when alarm conditions are reached, the outputs are switched. Visibility thresholds can be set to any value within the instrument range. Alarm outputs are toggled from 0 to 5 V, or from 5 to 0 V, when the alarm condition is satisfied.
The sensors are assembled around a compact, lightweight housing, which can be installed on a simple pipe mast. They are constructed entirely of corrosion resistant materials for durability. The standard unit includes small heaters to prevent condensation on the optics. Optional hood heaters are available for areas where the sensor will operate in freezing weather. Transmitter and receiver hoods are designed to divert precipitation away from the optical paths. Calibration is possible under most weather conditions. The wide range of output options allows the sensor to conform to most installation requirements.
Specifications
Range: 20 feet - 50 miles (6 m - 80 km)
Accuracy: ± 10% or 10 feet (3m)
Scatter angle: 42° nominal
Source: Infrared LED
Outputs:
Analog: 0-1, 0-5, or 0-10 Volts
Alarms: 2 channels, TTL Hi/Lo
Digital: RS232, RS485, 300-38,400 baud
Environmental:
Temperature: -40° to +130° F (-40° to +55° C)
Humidity: 0-100%
Power requirements: 17 W
Heater power: 25 W
Dimensions: 41" W x 11" H x 21" D
Weight: 20 lbs
Mounting: U-bolts for 1-1/4" to 2"
Ordering Information
400-6000-1 Visibility Sensor, 110 Vac
400-6000-2 Visibility Sensor, 220 Vac
400-6000-3 Visibility Sensor, 12 Vdc
400-6000CK Calibration Kit
Unless otherwise specified, standard configuration will be:
miles, RS232, 9600 baud, N, 8, 1, 0-10 volts, 4-20 mA, analog limit 10 miles
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