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260-2593 Precipitation Detector, capacitive

260-2593 Precipitation Detector, capacitive

SKU: 260-2593 Category:

Detects Rain and Slush
Rain Event Relay Output
Power Indicator LED
Rain Event Indicator LED
Internal Heater
AC Adapter Included

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The 260-2593 Precipitation Detector is used to detect the onset of rainfall. The grid sensor activates an internal relay that can be used to automate other equipment or record rain events. A typical application would be to turn off or over-ride an irrigation system during rainstorms. Another application is to close skylights at the onset of rainfall.

Additional information

Weight 2 lbs
Dimensions 8 × 8 × 9 in

Specifications

  • Type: Capacitive grid sensor element (can detect pure water)
  • Active sensor surface: 26 x 32 mm
  • Relay operation: Normally open dry contact (closes when rain is detected)
  • Relay rating: 25 V @ 2.5 Amps max
  • Persistence: Relay remains closed as long the sensor is wet
  • Heater: 1 Watt (approx) heating element
  • Operating temperature: -15 °C to +60 °C (+4 °F to +140 °F)
  • Adjustment: Factory pre-set to average conditions. Multi-turn potentiometer (inside enclosure) may be used to increase or decrease sensitivity.
  • Enclosure: Waterproof
  • Power requirements: 12 Vdc @ 130 mA
  • AC adapter: 100-240 Vac Input, 12 Vdc @ 1 Amp Output (indoor use only)
  • Cable: 4 conductor 24 AWG shielded, 25 feet (7.6 meter)
  • Dimensions, enclosure: 2.6″ x 1.8″ x 1″ (65 x 45 x 36 mm)
  • Dimensions, overall: 7″ x 4″ x 3″ ( 18 x 10 x 8 cm)
  • Weight: 1.3 lb (0.6 kg)
  • The CE Marking identifies this product as complying with all relevant directives in the European Union (EU).

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