Vaisala Ceilometer CL31

  • Second generation of advanced single lens optics provides excellent performance also at low altitudes
  • Reliable operation in all weather: unsurpassed performance in vertical visibility and cloud detection during precipitation
  • Fast measurement enables detection of thin cloud layers below a solid cloud base
  • Modular design for easy installation and maintenance
  • Extensive self-diagnostics with fault analysis
  • Approved and deployed by the US-FAA
  • Selected by the National Weather Service of USA
 

Performance

 

Measurement range
Reporting resolution
Measurement cycle

0...25,000 ft ((0...7.5 km)
5 m /10 ft (units selectable)
programmable, 2...120 s

Reported quantities

 

Cloud hits (up to 3 layers) and status information
Cloud hits, status and backscatter profile

Operating environment

 

Temperature
Relative humidity
Wind

-40...+60 °C (-40...+140 °F)
0...100 %RH
55 m/s

Inputs and outputs

 

Operating voltage
Power consumption
Outputs

100/115/230 VAC
max. 310 W including heating
RS-232/RS-485/Modem
ITU-T V.21, V.22, V22bis

Mechanics

 

Dimensions:
     Total
     Measurement unit
Weight:
     Total
     Measurement unit
Housing classification


1190 x 335 x 325 mm
620 x 235 x 200 mm

31 kg
12 kg
IP65 (NEMA 4)

For complete specifications, please see the brochure in "Product Documentation".

 

Esitteet

Tilauskaavakkeet

 

Typical delivery times

 

  USA

  EUROPE

  JAPAN, CHINA, ASIA

  1 - 2 products

  2 - 4 weeks

  2 - 4 weeks

  2 - 4 weeks

  3 or more products

  2 - 6 weeks

  2 - 6 weeks

  2 - 6 weeks

 

Spare parts

 

Common spare and wearing parts are available. For availability contact sales.

Repair

 

Repair services are available at Vaisala service centers for a fixed price.

Repair price includes:
-repair work
-required parts
-calibration certificate
-service report

Technical support

 

Technical support for your installed units, contact helpdesk@vaisala.com.

Vaisala Ceilometer CL31