The TE525 series tipping bucket rain gages are manufactured by Texas Electronics. The TE525
(6” orifice) measures in 0.01 inch increments. The gauge funnels precipitation into a bucket mechanism that tips when filled to a calibrated level. A magnet attached to the tipping
mechanism actuates a switch as the bucket tips. The momentary switch closure is counted by the pulse-counting circuitry of Campbell Scientific data loggers.
Specifications
Sensor type
Tipping bucket/magnetic reed switch
Material
Anodized aluminum
Temperature
0° to + 50°C
Resolution
1 tip
Cable
2 - conductor shielded cable
Rainfall per Tip
0.01” (0.254 mm)
Orifice diameter
6.06” (15.4 cm)
Height
9.5” (24.1 cm)
Weight
2.5 lbs (1.1 kg)
Accuracy
Up to 1 inch/hr: ±1%
1 to 2 inch/hr: +0, -3%
2 to 3 inch/hr: +0, -5%
The TE525 series tipping bucket rain gages are manufactured by Texas Electronics. The TE525
(6” orifice) measures in 0.01 inch increments. The gauge funnels precipitation into a bucket mechanism that tips when filled to a calibrated level. A magnet attached to the tipping
mechanism actuates a switch as the bucket tips. The momentary switch closure is counted by the pulse-counting circuitry of Campbell Scientific data loggers.