WIND VANE

WIND VANE

WIND VANE

Product catalog summary
Overview: The WV4403 is a wind vane sensor designed for industrial applications, offering high resistance to radio frequency and electromagnetic interference. It uses magnetic sensors to detect vane position, providing either a 4-20mA analogue output or an RS485 MODBUS signal, depending on the version. A heated version is available for sub-zero temperatures.
Specifications:
  • Output: 4-20mA analogue or RS485 MODBUS signal.
  • Heated version operates from -20ºC and switches off above +6ºC to save energy.
  • Material: PA+FV/Aluminium with stainless steel bearings.
  • Dimensions: 129x190 mm; Weight: 170g (WV4403), 200g (WV5H25).
  • Operating temperature: -20ºC to +60ºC; Storage temperature: -35ºC to +80ºC.
  • Protection: IP65.
Applications: Suitable for use in irrigation systems, greenhouse automation, solar trackers, ski resort ropeways, cranes, wind turbines, and weather stations. The heated version is ideal for environments with sub-zero temperatures.
Operating Details:
  • Survival wind speed: 200 km/h.
  • Resolution: 22.5º; Accuracy: +/-3º.
  • RS485 version provides wind direction in degrees, averaging the last second's position.
  • Orientation: Vane must be oriented north for accurate readings.
Electrical Features:
  • WV4403 4-20mA: Power supply 12-30 Vdc, max current 20 mA.
  • WV4403 RS485 MODBUS: Power supply 9-30 Vdc, max current 50 mA.
  • WV5H25 4-20mA: Power supply 15-24 Vdc, max current 1.8 A at 24 V.
Connection and Accessories:
  • Includes steel clamps and magnets for mounting.
  • Various cable lengths and configurations available.
Protocol: MODBUS RTU with a default address of 243 (0xF3), configurable within the range 1 to 255.
Notes: The device does not support simultaneous analogue and RS485 outputs. The output for static wind conditions is uncertain below 3 km/h.
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Catalog excerpts

WIND VANE-1

QO L__electronics Electronics at the service of Industry WV4403 RS485 MODBUS WV4403 4-20mA WV5H25 4-20mA (HEATED) WV4403 range of IED Electronics. Wind direction sensor designed for different industries and sectors. WV4403 detects the vane position by using magnetic sensors avoiding wear and tear. It generates a 4-20mA analogue output or RS485 MODBUS signal, depending on version. The heated version generates 4-20mA output and works from -20 °C. When the temperature is higher than +6° C, the heater switches itself off automatically to reduce the consumption. High resistance to radio frequency interference (RFI) and electromagnetic interference (EMI) RS485 MODBUS signal or 4-20mA passive analogue output Magnetic measuring principle, with no wear and tear or dead zones Stainless steel bearings

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WIND VANE-2

WV4403/5H25 has been designed to be used in industrial applications. Connected to devices such as dataloggers, PLCs, analogue signal displays (see our references WM44-EVO11, V10, V12, BS100/3 4-20mA), it measures the wind direction and/or activates predefined alarm values. Application examples: Irrigation control system, automation in greenhouses, solar trackers, ropeways at ski resorts, cranes, wind turbines, weather stations etc. All those applications that contribute to a greater control and greater security. Besides, WV5H25 has been designed for those applications that involve working with...

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WIND VANE-3

Direction Angle Analogue output RS485 output North North-northeast Northeast East-northeast East East-southeast Southeast South-southeast South South-southwest Southwest West-southwest West West-northwest Northwest Northwest-North Static wind If the wind speed is below 3km/h, the angle will be uncertain NOTES: • There is no version with both outputs (analogue and RS485). • The output of the 1s AVERAGE versions when the vane is moving is a continuous analog output as result of the average of the last second. When the vane is static, the output has 20 positions of 18° each one. PROTOCOL Data format:...

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WIND VANE-4

WV4403 RS485 MODBUS White wire NOTE: Termination resistor included (120 Ω) Wires colours referenced to the cable supplied by IED. Cable not included in all versions. PIN1 NC PIN2 4-20mA output (+) PIN3 4-20mA output (-) PIN4 Heater (+) PIN5 Heater (-)

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WIND VANE-5

WV4403 4-20 mA Electrical features Power supply Maximum current Output Maximum loop impedance WV4403 RS485 MODBUS Electrical features Power supply 9.30 Vdc WV5h25 4-20 mA Electrical features Power supply 15.24 Vdc Consumption with heater <0.5 W ta >6°C ( +-3°C) Average consumption with <17 W heater ta <6°C ( +-3°C) Maximum current 1.2 A @ 15 V Maximum loop impedance 22.5° 1 second AVERAGE versions: Static position: 18° Non-static position: 1° Accuracy +/-3° General Features Material PA+FV / Aluminium Bearings Stainless steel X65Cr13 Weight (with no cable) 170 g WV4403 4-20mA Operating temperature...

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WIND VANE-6

0103010711 WV4403 WIND VANE SENSOR 4-20mA OUTPUT M12 UNDERSIDE 0103010712 WV4403 WIND VANE SENSOR 4-20mA OUTPUT 2,5m CABLE 0103010713 WV4403 WIND VANE SENSOR 4-20mA OUTPUT 20m CABLE 0103010714 WV4403 WIND VANE SENSOR 4-20mA OUTPUT 8m CABLE M12 COD + FIXED BRACKET + HARDWARE 0103010715 WV4403 WIND VANE SENSOR 4-20mA 1s Accessories 0103010505 Stainless steel bracket AISI 304 01030105061 Stainless steel bracket plus hardware for mounting the wind sensor on the backet 01030105071 Magnets for flat ferromagnetic surfaces. This fixation system can support up to 90 kg 0103010508 2 steel clamps kit that...

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