Home weather stations
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Home weather stations
Anyone know anything about home weather stations? I've been thinking about getting one, and was wondering if Oregon Scientific will get my by, or do I really need a Davis Instruments?
If I need a Davis, then I guess I won't be getting a weather station
If I need a Davis, then I guess I won't be getting a weather station
RE: Home weather stations
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http://www.davisweathergadgets.com/prod ... mky=674800
http://www.davisweathergadgets.com/prod ... mky=674800
Davis Instruments 6345CS Complete Wireless Soil Moisture and Temperature Station is a great tool for Vantage Pro2 systems for anyone with an interest in wetness levels!
This handy unit is perfect for agricultural businesses or simply homeowners monitoring garden conditions. Davis Instruments 6345CS Complete Wireless Soil Moisture and Temperature Station is solar-powered and includes a transmitter and battery housed inside a weather-resistant shelter.
This version of the moisture monitoring station includes four soil moisture sensors and four temperature probes.
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RE: Home weather stations
I have to weather stations one is an older La crosse weather station.
http://www.lacrossetechnology.com/ws_pro.php
The wind speed does not read correctly after some 60 mph winds wore out the bearings but the rest works well. I see they have changed the design of the anemometer so that might not be an issue now.
My other system is built from scratch and also records the temperature and humidity in a database.
I wish I had a soil moisture sensor, I have not found one that I can tie into my system that costs less than $500 per sensor.
Bill
http://www.lacrossetechnology.com/ws_pro.php
The wind speed does not read correctly after some 60 mph winds wore out the bearings but the rest works well. I see they have changed the design of the anemometer so that might not be an issue now.
My other system is built from scratch and also records the temperature and humidity in a database.
I wish I had a soil moisture sensor, I have not found one that I can tie into my system that costs less than $500 per sensor.
Bill
Re: RE: Home weather stations
It's not that bad... you get 4 moisture sensors and 4 temp probes for $500bambooweb wrote: I wish I had a soil moisture sensor, I have not found one that I can tie into my system that costs less than $500 per sensor.
Bill
I found a price list somewhere, and you can buy additional moisture sensors for $45. Temp probes were $36. I just don't know how many you can connect to the transmitter. If it is only 4 sets then that kinda stinks. If you can connect 8 sets then it starts to be a little more reasonable. Also, I wouldn't need any additional temp. probes... I mean how many do I need in 1/20th of an acre?
edit: can only connect 4 to each transmitter. Transmitters are $175.
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RE: Home weather stations
Bill, you can go really hardcore...
6420 Leaf Wetness Sensor
Leaf Wetness Sensor
Model #: 6420 In Stock Qty:
Actual Size: 5.75" x 4.25" x 3.25"
Price Each: $76.00
Davis Instruments 6420 Leaf Wetness Sensor for use with our Wireless Leaf Wetness/Temperature Station. The Wireless Leaf Wetness/Temperature Station can support up to four leaf-wetness sensors. This sensor includes a 40' (12 m) cable.
6420 Leaf Wetness Sensor
Leaf Wetness Sensor
Model #: 6420 In Stock Qty:
Actual Size: 5.75" x 4.25" x 3.25"
Price Each: $76.00
Davis Instruments 6420 Leaf Wetness Sensor for use with our Wireless Leaf Wetness/Temperature Station. The Wireless Leaf Wetness/Temperature Station can support up to four leaf-wetness sensors. This sensor includes a 40' (12 m) cable.
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RE: Home weather stations
Mike,
The price on soil probes is good but in order to use it you need a Vantage Pro2 station or Wireless Weather Envoy. Then you need the software to put it in the computer.
Bill
The price on soil probes is good but in order to use it you need a Vantage Pro2 station or Wireless Weather Envoy. Then you need the software to put it in the computer.
Bill
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RE: Home weather stations
This reminds me, I was at some point going to pick up some sort of soil thermometer. Any suggestions on an inexpensive source?
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Yep, I've been piecing a system together (in my head)... I'd could pick up the Envoy for $175, the software for $150, and a transmitter for $175. I could then go piecemeal as my budget allowed. It still is a hefty start up cost, but the equipment is supposed to last for many years. Plus, I have quite a bit of money in my PayPal account after the ABS Auction refundbambooweb wrote:Mike,
The price on soil probes is good but in order to use it you need a Vantage Pro2 station or Wireless Weather Envoy. Then you need the software to put it in the computer.
Bill
RE: Home weather stations
Finally went to pull the trigger on the Davis Weather station, and guess what? It was sold out.
Man, first the camera mess and now this... someone doesn't want me to spend my money.
Man, first the camera mess and now this... someone doesn't want me to spend my money.
RE: Home weather stations
probably your wife.... someone doesn't want me to spend my money
RE: Home weather stations
With winter right around the corner I finally ordered my weather station. Didn't get all the bells and whistles, but I got a decent starting model, and the hardware/software to upload the info to the web.
After I get it all configured I'll put a link in my sig.
After I get it all configured I'll put a link in my sig.
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RE: Home weather stations
Mantis,
Which weather station did you end up going for? I remember seeing your post at that time, but can't seem to find it now.
Are you happy with your choice, or would you try something different?
---Sven
Which weather station did you end up going for? I remember seeing your post at that time, but can't seem to find it now.
Are you happy with your choice, or would you try something different?
---Sven
RE: Home weather stations
I got the Davis Vantage Pro 2. I am happy with it. There are a couple add-ons that I'd like to get (additional sensors to put in the greenhouse, etc), but they can wait until next fall.
RE: Home weather stations
Friend just called, and the local CBS affiliate station has a little feature in their weather forecast that is called "weather bugs". Today they had my weather station info up and talked about the weather in Sugar Land. I'm famous.