Standard 20 cm (8 in) Tipping Bucket Rain Gauge

$693.00$742.00

*Not Currently In Production*

RGTB‑6™ is a chrome-plated tipping bucket that collects rain in 0.01″ increments. This tipping bucket rain gauge is best used where precipitation rates are typically below 4 in/hr (100 mm/hr), which is just about everywhere in the world.

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Description

The RGTB‑6™ tipping bucket rain gauge with standard funnel provides measurement accuracy in low- and medium-rate precipitation conditions.

RGTB‑6 is made by our friends in Austraila, Hyquestion Solutions, a leading manufacturer of rain gauges offering exceptional value and performance. (This rain gauge was selected after emerging as the leader in Dyacon’s field testing for serviceability, insect protection, construction simplicity, debris screen construction, price, and manufacturing quality.)

RGTB‑6 utilizes a standard funnel catch mechanism that is suitable for low and medium precipitation rates. It employs dual reed switches for switch redundancy and for connecting parallel equipment.

Feature Summary

  • 200 mm orifice
  • Tipping bucket mechanism
  • Integrated leaf filter
  • Machined outlet
  • Easy to service
  • Dual reed switches
  • Varistor protection
  • Encapsulated electronics
  • Discharge collection ports
  • Powder coated aluminum
  • Debris screens

Key Features

Upper Construction

RGTB‑6™ cast aluminum funnel is mounted to an aluminum cylinder. All aluminum is powder coated.

The cylinder is mounted to the base using keyhole slots. The cylinder can be removed without fully removing the screws, minimizing the potential for lost screws while servicing equipment.

Lower Construction

The ASA injection-molded tipping bucket is Teflon impregnated with drip-discharge geometry. The based is the same that it is used for more expensive gauges, including the sapphire bearings and dual reed switches.

The injection-molded base is made of UV-resistant ABS, which is field proven in cold and desert conditions beyond 10 years.

Data Connection

Each bucket tip momentarily closes a reed switch, indicating one incremental step of the gauge resolution.

Dyacon replaces the standard Hyquest Solutions cable with an outdoor-rated, jacketed cable.

Electronics

The reed switches, varistors, and connector are encapsulated in pliable RTV to prevent cracking from handling and temperature fatigue.

Mounting

RGTB‑6™ includes an integrated bubble level. Three-point mounting holes can be mounted to any flat surface.

Accessories

A pole mount, a bird guard, and calibration devices are available.

Specifications

MEASUREMENT
Orifice/Collector200 mm +/- 0.3 mm (7.87 in)
ResolutionOne tip (see Resolution Options)
AccuracyBetter than 1% at 0 mm/hr to 50 mm/hr
Better than -2% at 50 mm/hr to 75 mm/hr
Better than -4% at 75 mm/hr to 100 mm/hr
Resolution Options0.5 mm, 0.2 mm, 0.1 mm, 0.01 in

ENVIRONMENTAL
Operating Humidity0% to 100% rH
Operating Temperature-20°C to 70°C

ELECTRICAL
Switch CharacteristicsDual, isolated reed switches
500 mA max
12 V max working voltage
Varistor protection
0.1 ohms nominal
10x8 to 10x9 MTBF
Wire Connection4-position screw (slotted) terminal block

MECHANICAL
UpperPowder coated cast aluminum collector, spun aluminum cylinder, machined Delrin funnel outlet
BaseUV-stabilized black ABS, thick wall injection molded
BucketInjection molded ABS, chrome plated, balanced
Mounting Holes3 holes, 9.4 mm (0.370 in) diameter at radius of 117 mm from center, compatible with 8 mm or 5/16 in bolts
Discharge Ports2 ports, 12.4 mm OD, compatible with 12 mm ID tube
Insect and Debris ProtectionCollector, discharge ports and venting screens, 1 mm typical pin size, 1.5 mm max
Tipping PivotsStainless steel axle and axle rest
Weight2 kg
Dimensions237 mm x 315 mm (9.3 in x 12.4 in)

ACCESSORIES
AccessoriesPole mount