Description
The Kalyx-RG is our recommended cost-effective solution for meteorologists and hobbyists or for project work on a budget, but still require scientific standard rain data. The gauge is based on the physical size of the traditional 5” Met Office rain gauge with the added benefit of EML’s unique and proven aerodynamic profile. The Kalyx-RG is a compact solution, an ideal rain measuring instrument for anyone who cares about the quality of their data.
The Kalyx-RG is available to purchase in White or Green – both complete with a standard low-density plastic tipping bucket calibrated to 0.2mm resolution. Both colour gauges are produced from UV stabilised external materials.
Traditional cylinder-shaped rain gauges are inaccurate due to the effect of wind blowing over the orifice. The physical presence of the gauge causes air to accelerate, carrying rainfall away from the collecting vessel. The effect of this can be up to a 20% reduction in rainfall catch. The unique aerodynamic shape of the EML range of scientific standard rain gauges reduces this effect, ensuring a high level of confidence in the accuracy of our measurements.
The gauge can be used with all standard data loggers or the specially designed internal EML data logger for rainfall.
Applications
- Hydrology catchment projects
- Urban meteorology
- Low-Cost Hydro-Met stations
- Garden, allotment or farmland monitoring
- Weather Hobbyist
- Flood warning systems
Features and Benefits
- Optimum Aerodynamic shape from extensive field research
- Self-emptying instrument
- No power needed
- Proven 5” Met Office standard diameter funnel
- 0.2mm resolution
