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Kestrel 5500AG Agriculture Weather Meter

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Regular price $369.00 USD
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SKU: 0855AGHVG
Measures:
Air Flow (CFM), Wind Speed, Current Wind Speed, Average Wind Speed, Maximum Wind Gust, Temperature, Barometric Pressure, Delta-T, Density Altitude, Dew Point Temperature, Wind Direction, Heat Stress Index, Relative Humidity, Temperature-Humidity Index (THI), Wet Bulb Temperature (Psychrometric), Pressure Trend, Wind Chill, and Bluetooth (LiNK model)
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5 year manufacturers warranty.
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Regular price $369.00 USD
Regular price $461.00 USD Sale price $369.00 USD

Agricultural production necessitates data specific to each location's indoor climate and outdoor conditions.

The Kestrel 5500AG is your comprehensive meter for condition monitoring and record keeping on the farm, ranch, or in the field. The Kestrel 5500AG provides you with data for risk identification, environment assessments, and action plan development. This meter includes THI, compass for direction and Delta T, an additional measurement to aid spraying applications.

Get the environmental data you need for livestock and crop production and other farm and ranch activities. This lightweight, handheld, multi-function meter can be used inside and out for barn/facility condition assessments to spraying decisions where both wind speed and direction must be recorded. This comprehensive meter will deliver spot measurements, log and store data, and aid in auditing and record keeping. The Kestrel 5500AG is easily carried in a pocket or glove box and is ready to help whenever and wherever needed. Its rugged build and waterproof case mean it can work as hard as you do. Be prepared: be informed of local and micro-climate environments at your site. 

Clip the Kestrel 5500AG into the optional Kestrel 5 Series Rotating Vane Mount and you have a sturdy weather station that can be left in place for days or weeks.

Spray Management:

The Kestrel 5500AG provides Delta T measurements to aid in assessing acceptable spraying conditions and ensure you're within guidelines. Based upon ambient temperature and dew point, Delta-T provides guidance on the evaporation rate of sprayed chemicals to help you select the right spray nozzle. The compass provides direction to minimize spray drift. The Kestrel 5500AG calculates and logs on-site Delta T, wind speed, and direction without any additional user input. When combined with the Kestrel’s average wind and max wind gust measurements, agriculture professionals can ensure they spray safely, every time. Use an accessory carry pouch to keep your Kestrel handy on your belt, ready to go before any spraying operations. Spraying with Dicamba can be harmful if it drifts to a neighbors crop. With the Kestrel 5500AG, you can log important data including wind speed, direction and Delta T. You can also email data logged with the Kestrel 5500AG with LiNK, and the Kestrel LiNK app for your smartphone.

Heat Stress Management with THI:

THI(Temperature-Humidity Index) has been used for decades as a measure to classify heat stress risk in many livestock production and transportation operations. This measurement includes both temperature and relative humidity and is a basis for both strategic and tactical management practices which benefit animal health, productivity and well-being. The Kestrel 5500AG calculates and logs on-site THI based on user selection of either the NRC(National Research Council, 1971) or Yousef(Yousef, 1985) accepted THI calculations. Objective and accurate site-specific measurements are critical to ensuring a heat stress management strategy that is cost effective; and they're at your fingertips with the 5500AG.

Barn / Housing Ventilation Assessments:

Regardless of the type of barn/house design all livestock require proper ventilation and air movement to maximize health, growth, and comfort.  The Kestrel 5500AG provides wind speed and air flow measurements to quickly quantify air movement in the vicinity of livestock, locate drafts, measure fan effectiveness and confirm duct discharge velocity. Volume air flow takes duct shape and dimensions into account and allows for accurate comparison of various locations in a system. No calculator is needed to determine airflow with the Kestrel 5500AG – a few quick menu picks and built-in averaging gives you accurate readings instantly.

Microclimate, Harvest and Storage Conditions:

Many livestock professionals also grow and store grains, hay and other feedstuffs. The Kestrel 5500AG can measure micro-climates around the farm to determine where mold and disease may be a problem, ensuring conditions are right for harvesting, drying, and storage. Leave the Kestrel 5500AG in place anywhere in the field, barn or greenhouse to get a graphical history of overnight conditions, (the Kestrel 5 Series Rotating Vane Mount and a ¼-20 camera clamp or tripod makes it easy).

Choose Kestrel LiNK Option to add the power of Apps:

LiNK is Kestrel’s wireless data communication system, powered by Bluetooth® low energy. Choose the Kestrel 5500AG with LiNK option and you get full iOS, Android, PC and Mac app support.  See real-time readings on your phone or tablet on a customizable dashboard up to 100’ away (line of sight). Download stored data from your Kestrel to save or share it. Plus, you can update the firmware on your Kestrel when improvements are released.

Note: Bluetooth® low energy is built into all recent iOS and Android devices. PC and Mac connectivity require purchase of a Kestrel LiNK USB Dongle. Non-LiNK units can be connected to PC’s and Mac’s, but NOT phones and tablets, using the Kestrel USB Data Cable.

    Features:

    • Rugged (drop tested to MIL-STD-810G standards – 10 drops from 4’).
    • Waterproof and dustproof (sealed to IP67 standards – 30’ submersion to 3’).
    • Small – carry in your pocket or store in your glove box.
    • High visibility case to avoid loss.
    • Large, hi-res, hi-contrast, graphic display is perfectly readable in the brightest sunlight and is backlit for use in low-light conditions.
    • Airflow impeller can be field-replaced without tools if damaged – patented!
    • Protective pouch, neck lanyard and Lithium AA battery included.
    • 5-year warranty.
    • Handheld, portable, data logger with on-screen graphing and measurement statistics.
    • Optional LiNK connectivity powered by Bluetooth® low energy provides wireless communication to mobile devices and computers.
    • Kestrel COC regarding accuracy of measurements
    • User-Replaceable Impeller
    MEASUREMENTS DROP D2AG 5000AG 5500AG 5400AG
     Temperature yes yes yes yes
     Relative Humidity yes yes yes yes
     Heat Stress Index yes yes yes yes
     Temperature-Humidity Index (THI) yes yes yes yes
     Dew Point Temp. yes yes yes yes
     Wind Speed/Air Speed   yes yes yes
     Wind Chill   yes yes yes
     Wet Bulb Temp. (Psychrometric)   yes yes yes
     Station Pressure (Absolute Pressure)   yes yes yes
     Barometric Pressure   yes yes yes
     Altitude   yes yes yes
     Density Altitude   yes yes yes
     Volume Air Flow   yes yes  
     Wind Direction     yes yes
     Crosswind / Headwind / Tailwind     yes yes
     Delta T     yes yes
     Globe Temp.       yes
     Naturally Aspirated Wet Bulb Temp.       yes
     Wet Bulb Globe Temp. (WBGT)       yes
     Heat Load Index (HLI)       yes
     Accumulated Heat Load Units (AHLU)       yes
      Measurement
      • Air Flow (CFM)
      • Wind Speed
      • Current Wind Speed
      • Average Wind Speed
      • Maximum Wind Gust
      • Temperature
      • Barometric Pressure
      • Delta-T
      • Density Altitude
      • Dew Point Temperature
      • Wind Direction
      • Heat Stress Index
      • Relative Humidity
      • Temperature-Humidity Index (THI)
      • Wet Bulb Temperature (Psychrometric)
      • Pressure Trend
      • Wind Chill
      • Bluetooth (LiNK model)

      Sensor Specifications

       Wind Speed

      Units of Measure: mph | kt | B | m/s | ft/min / km/h 
      Specification Range:
      • 0.6 to 40.0 m/s
      • 118 to 7,874 ft/min
      • 2.2 to 144.0 km/h
      • 1.3 to 89.5 mph
      • 1.2 to 77.8 knots
      • 0 to 12 B*
      • 2-131.2 F/S*
      Operational Range:
      • 0.6 to 60.0 m/s
      • 118 to 11,811 ft/min
      • 2.2 to 216.0 km/h
      • 1.3 to 134.2 mph
      • 1.2 to 116.6 knots
      • 0 to 12 B*
      • 2-196.9 F/S*
      Resolution:
      • 0.1 m/s
      • 1 ft/min
      • 0.1 km/h
      • 0.1 mph
      • 0.1 knots
      • 1 B
      Accuracy (+/-): Larger of 3% of reading, least significant digit or 20 ft/min
      Notes: 1 inch|25 mm diameter impeller with precision axle and low-friction Zytel® bearings. Startup speed stated as lower limit, readings may be taken down to 0.4 m/s | 79 ft/min | 1.5 km/h | .9 mph | .8 kt after impeller startup. Off-axis accuracy -1% @ 5º off-axis; -2% @ 10º; -3% @ 15º. Calibration drift < 1% after 100 hours use at 16 MPH | 7 m/s. Replacement impeller (PN-0801) field installs without tools (US Patent 5,783,753). Wind speed calibration and testing should be done with triangle on impeller located at the top front face of the Kestrel. *F/S only in Ballistics units. Beaufort not available in Ballistics units.

      Ambient Temperature

      Units of Measure: Fahrenheit, Celsius
      Specification Range:
      • -20.0 to 158.0 °F
      • -29.0 to 70.0 °C
      Operational Range:
      • 14.0.0 to 131.0 °F
      • -10.0 to 55.0 °C
      Resolution:
      • 0.1 °F
      • 0.1 °C
      Accuracy (+/-):
      • 0.9 °F
      • 0.5 °C
      Notes: Airflow of 2.2 mph|1 m/s or greater provides fastest response and reduction of insolation effect. For greatest accuracy, avoid direct sunlight on the temperature sensor and prolonged sunlight exposure to the unit in low airflow conditions. Calibration drift is negligible for the life of the product. For further details, see Display & Battery Operational Temperature Limits.

      Pressure

      Units of Measure: inHg, hPA, mb
      Specification Range:
      • 25°C/ 77°F
      • 750-1100 hPa|mbar
      • 22.15-32.48 inHg
      • 10.88-15.95 PS
      Operational Range:
      • 0.30 to 48.87 inHg
      • 10.0 to 1654.7 hPa|mbar
      • 0.14 to 24.00 PSI
      • 14.0 to 131.0 °F -10.0 to 55.0 °C
      Resolution:
      • 0.1 hPa|mbar
      • 0.01 inHg
      • 0.01 PSI
      Accuracy (+/-):
      • 1.5 hPa|mbar
      • 0.044 inHg
      • 0.022 PSI
      Notes: Monolithic silicon piezo-resistive pressure sensor with second-order temperature correction. Between 1100–1600 mbar, unit will operate with reduced accuracy. Sensor may not operate above 1600 mbar and can be damaged above 6,000 mbar or below 10 mbar. Calibration drift is negligible for the life of the product.

      Relative Humidity

      Units of Measure: %
      Specification Range: 5 to 95% 25°C non-condensing
      Operational Range: 0 to 100% 
      Resolution: 0.1 %RH
      Accuracy (+/-): 3%RH
      Notes: To achieve stated accuracy, unit must be permitted to equilibrate to external temperature when exposed to large, rapid temperature changes and be kept out of direct sunlight. Calibration drift is typically less than ±0.25% per year.

      Compass

      Units of Measure:  Compass Heading in True or Magnetic
      Specification Range: 0 to 360°
      Operational Range: 0 to 360°
      Resolution: 1° 1/16th Cardinal Scale
      Accuracy: ±5°
      Notes: 2-axis solid-state magneto resistive sensor mounted perpendicular to unit plane. Accuracy of sensor dependent upon unit’s vertical position. Self-calibration routine eliminates magnetic error from batteries or unit and must be run after every full power- down (battery removal or change). Readout indicates direction to which the back of the unit is pointed when held in a vertical orientation. Declination/variation adjustable for True North readout.

      Calculated Measurements

      Altitude

       

      Accuracy (+/-):
      • typical: 23.6 ft/7.2 m
      • - 50 to 1100 mBar
      • max: 48.2 ft/14.7 m
      • – 300 to 750 mBar
      Resolution:
      • 1ft
      • 1m
      Sensors employed:
      • Pressure
      • User Input (Reference Pressure)

      Dew Point

      Accuracy (+/-):
      • 3.4 °F
      • 1.9 °C
      • 15-95% RH. Refer to Range for Temperature Sensor
      Resolution:
      • 0.1 °F
      • 0.1 °C
      Sensors employed:
      • Temperature
      • Relative Humidity

      Wet Bulb Temperature - Psychrometric

      Accuracy (+/-):
      • 3.2 °F
      • 1.8 °C
      Resolution:
      • 0.1 °F
      • 0.1 °C
      Sensors employed:
      • Temperature
      • Relative Humidity
      • Pressure

      Wind Chill

      Accuracy:
      • 1.6 °F
      • 0.9 °C
      Resolution:
      • 0.1 °F
      • 0.1 °C
      Sensors employed:
      • Wind Speed
      • Temperature

      Density Altitude

      Accuracy:
      • 226 ft
      • 69 m
      Resolution:
      • 1ft
      • 1m
      Sensors employed:
      • Temperature
      • Relative Humidity
      • Pressure
      Sensors employed:
      • Temperature Relative
      • Humidity
      • Pressure

      Heat Index

      Accuracy:
      • 7.1°F
      • 4.0°C
      Resolution:
      • 0.1 °F
      • 0.1 °C
      Sensors employed:
      • Temperature
      • Relative Humidity

      Air Flow

      Accuracy:
      • 6.71%
      Resolution:
      • 1 cfm
      • 1 m3/hr
      • 1 m3/m
      • 0.1m3/s
      • 1 L/s
      Sensors employed:
      • Air Speed
      • User Input (Duct Shape
        & Size)

      THI (NRC)

      Accuracy:
      • 1.5 °F
      • 0.8 °C
      Resolution:
      • 0.1 °F
      • 0.1 °C
      Sensors employed:
      • Temperature
      • Relative Humidity

      THI (Yousef)

      Accuracy:
      • 2.3 °F
      • 1.3 °C
      Resolution:
      • 0.1 °F
      • 0.1 °C
      Sensors employed:
      • Temperature
      • Relative Humidity

      Delta T

      Accuracy:
      • 3.2 °F
      • 1.8 °C
      Resolution:
      • 0.1 °F
      • 0.1 °C
      Sensors employed:
      • Temperature
      • Relative Humidity
      • Pressure

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