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Weather and environment sensor

Rain and Snow Sensor

Outdoor rain and snow status sensor with fast response, IP68 design, optional heating and RS485, switch output or 4G options.

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Product Positioning

Outdoor rain and snow status sensor with fast response, IP68 design, optional heating and RS485, switch output or 4G options.

Capability 01Rain and snow status detection
Capability 02Response time within 0.5 seconds
Capability 03IP68 design with optional heating
Capability 04RS485, switch output or 4G access for local control and platform monitoring

Typical Applications

The page is written for engineering companies, system integrators, device manufacturers and B2B project procurement teams.

Livestock environment monitoringGreenhouses and agricultural facilitiesWarehouses and buildingsIndustrial environment acquisitionPlatform alarms and equipment linkage

Selection Notes for B2B Projects

Measured VariableSelect sensor combinations by temperature, humidity, gas, pressure, rain and snow, lighting or heating control requirements.
Linkage ObjectConnect sensor values with fans, cooling pads, lighting, alarms, heating loads or platform notifications where the project requires it.
Installation ScenarioMatch the device form and communication method with barn, greenhouse, warehouse, outdoor or building field conditions.

Integration and Deployment

Measurement PositionChoose mounting points that represent the monitored barn, greenhouse, building or equipment environment.
Communication BusPlan addressing, RS485 wiring and gateway or controller access for every field sensor.
Threshold LogicTranslate measured variables into alarms or linkage rules for fans, cooling, heating, lighting or notifications.
Operations ViewOrganize current readings, trends and alarm records by site and monitored area.

Selection and system combinations

Rain and snow detection supplies a field condition for outdoor strategies; a matched controller performs the action. Use environment sensors and outdoor monitoring solutions for broader environmental data.

Technical specifications and model data

Supply9–24V DC
Detection response≤0.5s
Operating temperature-40 to 85°C
Operating consumption≤0.5W
Maximum heater consumption3.5W
Relay output250VAC, 3A
Output / communicationRS485, digital output or 4G by configuration
Default Modbus address1
Default baud rate9600
Default parityNone
Heating temperature30–35°C
Dimensions90×38×60mm

Product integration and applications

01

Bring precipitation status into field control

The sensor detects precipitation on its sensing surface for greenhouse windows, outdoor equipment and site weather linkage. Its role is precipitation status, which differs from accumulated rainfall measurement. Select the required contact, RS485 or 4G configuration and relate the point to window, shade or equipment-management workflows.

Rain and snow sensing surface, mounting base and dimensions
Rain and snow sensing surface, mounting base and dimensions
02

Separate local action from remote records

A suitable output can connect to a compatible controller for local actions, while RS485 or 4G provides centralized visibility. Policies can combine precipitation, time, equipment position and authorized manual operation. State changes and control logs let operators review the event sequence. The project control system defines the actual equipment action.

03

Plan outdoor mounting and heating configuration

Mount the sensing surface where it represents local precipitation, with suitable support and cable routing. Optional heating serves the corresponding environmental conditions; supply and communication remain version-specific. Record the location, point name, signal meaning and linked equipment so inspections can relate platform status to the field surface.

Selection questions

Does it replace a rain gauge?

No. It detects rain/snow status. Accumulated rainfall requires an appropriate rain gauge.

Must every action pass through a cloud platform?

No. The selected output and compatible controller can implement local actions, with the platform providing visibility and records.

Selection FAQ

Which monitoring scenarios are suitable?The sensors are used for livestock houses, greenhouses, warehouses, buildings, industrial sites and outdoor environmental monitoring points.
How can sensor data be connected?RS485, gateway access, LTE(4G), WiFi/GSM or LoRa can be selected according to the product configuration and field network conditions.
Can sensor data support equipment linkage?Sensor values can be combined with controllers and platform rules for alarms, ventilation, lighting, heating, shading or other equipment linkage workflows.

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