FEATURES & BENEFITS

Interfaces to virtually all data acquisition systems

Can be used up to 1800 ft. elevation without factory modification

Over 1800 ft. elevation applications available

Easy installation and maintenance

Over 5 years in production

Weatherproof Nema Enclosure for superior outdoor protection

Wide range of 26" to 32" Hg. or 878 to 1080 mb

INSTALLATION & MAINTENANCE

Select a site where the instrument will not be subject to rapid fluctuations of temperature or to jarring and continuous vibration. Avoid exposing the instrument to direct sunlight or radiant heaters and to direct drafts such as open windows and doors. A mounting bracket with hardware is attached to the Nema enclosure of the sensor.

ORDERING INFORMATION

Model #

Description

TB-2012M

Barometric Pressure Sensor

TB-2012MA

Barometric Pressure Sensor, 4-20 mA

Optional Parts / Accessories

Cable

Additional Cable

High Elevation:

Applications of higher than 1800 ft. or 548.64 meters above sea-level require factory

 

modification.

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Texas Instruments TR-525I, TR-525USW, SERIES 525 RAINFALL SENSORS user manual Features & Benefits

TR-525USW, SERIES 525 RAINFALL SENSORS, TR-525I specifications

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