SSG Snow Scale SSG, precision measuring device for the Snow-Water-Equivalent (SWE) of a snow pack Features and advantages 99 Continuous measurements of the Snow-WaterEquivalent (SWE) 99 Reduces effects of ice bridging to a minimum 99 Optimises thermal flow between sensor and ground for high accuracy during the melting process 99 Robust and long-lasting aluminium construction 99 Measures up to:9 200 / 500 / 1.000 / 2.000 / 3.000 mm of SWE 99 No antifreeze liquid required 99 Simple system integration 99 No preparation of the measuring site required

Introduction Description The SSG Snow Scale is a precision Snow-WaterEquivalent measuring device which is developed for quick and easy installation and implementation in the field. The SSG uses specially designed aluminium plates for SWE measurement which guarantee accurate measuring values. A broad frame of panel minimises the effects of ice bridging. The use of lightweight aluminium materials minimize thermal resistance improving heat flow throughout the device for better emulation of natural conditions. The SSG has an analogue 4 - 20 mA output. Therefore integration and connection to weather...

Set up example The measuring device can be installed on an up to 5° incline. For optimal measuring values the site should be prepared as followed: Remove the ground and fill the trench with a thin layer of gravel so the SSG is flush with the surrounding ground. Finally the aluminium panels and load cells rest on the linkage, placed on this gravel pad (Figure 2). Figure 2: SSG snow scale set up Set up example: The SSG snow scale has been set up in the ground. So the SSG and the surrounding ground are on the same level. The aim is that the snow scale takes over the characteristics of the ground...

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