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Detailed Specifications[edit | edit source]

Windbird[edit | edit source]

  • Size, cm: 45 (length) x 33 (height) x 6 (width)
  • Weight: < 500g
  • 2-year warranty
  • Made in France

Communication[edit | edit source]

  • Sigfox
  • Subscription included for the first year.
  • To be renewed with OpenwindMap in subsequent years:
  • https://abo.openwindmap.org
  • Coverage areas: https://windbird.com/coverage

Energy[edit | edit source]

  • High performance Battery: ER34615 3.6V 19Ah, replaceable.
  • 3 to 4 years of autonomy, varies based on local conditions.

Geolocation[edit | edit source]

  • GPS chip (cannot be deactivated)

Measurements[edit | edit source]

Wind speed[edit | edit source]

  • Wind speed, average, minimum, maximum over 5 minutes.
  • Gust sampling: 3 seconds
  • Transmission range: 0 to 190 km/h
  • Direction (electronic compass) over 16 cardinal points.
  • Transmission: 2 periods of 5 minutes every 10 minutes.

Operating environment[edit | edit source]

  • Operating temperature: -30 to +60°C
  • Humidity: 0 - 100%, including condensation.
  • Designed for marine and high-mountain environments.
  • Immunity to ESD discharges: >15kV air, >15kV contact

Mechanics[edit | edit source]

  • Marine-grade stainless steel (316L)
  • Premium japanese ball bearings
  • ABS+PC plastic, UV-treated

Open-hardware[edit | edit source]

  • https://github.com/windbird-sensor

Certifications[edit | edit source]

  • CE

Access to measurements[edit | edit source]

  • Windbirds on OpenWindMap website
  • OpenWindMap Developer API .

These specifications are subject to change without prior notice and are not a contractual commitment.