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FT743-SM (SURFACE MOUNT)

FT743-SM (SURFACE MOUNT)

FT743-SM (SURFACE MOUNT)

Product catalog summary
Overview
The FT743-SM is a surface mount wind sensor utilizing Acoustic Resonance (Acu-Res®) technology, offering high data availability even in environments with significant vibration or electrical noise. It measures wind speeds up to 75m/s with full 360° direction measurement and is designed for use in harsh environments.
Specifications
  • Wind Speed: Range 0-75m/s, Resolution 0.1m/s, Accuracy ±0.3m/s (0-16m/s), ±2% (16-40m/s), ±4% (40-75m/s).
  • Wind Direction: Range 0 to 360°, Resolution 1°, Accuracy 4° RMS.
  • Pressure Measurement: Range 260 - 1260hPa, Resolution 0.0001hPa, Accuracy ±0.5%.
  • Temperature: Resolution 0.1°C, Accuracy ±2°C under specific conditions.
  • Operating Conditions: Altitude 0-4000m, Temperature range -40° to +85°C, Humidity 0-100%.
  • Ingress Protection: IP67 when correctly installed.
Power Requirements
  • Supply Voltage: 6V to 30V DC (24V DC nominal).
  • Supply Current: 26mA (heater off), 2A (heater on).
Physical and Digital Interface
  • Connector: Universal M12 8-pole circular connector.
  • Weight: 252g.
  • Interface: RS422 (full-duplex), RS485 (half-duplex).
  • Data Format: ASCII data, polled or continuous output modes, Polar and NMEA 0183.
  • Data Update Rate: 10Hz.
Performance and Reliability
  • Impact resistant (50g), watertight (IP67), and highly accurate.
  • Includes error handling and overspeed warning features.
  • Tested for vibration, shock, waterproofing, sealing, temperature, and EMC.
Applications
Ideal for wind turbine control and various industrial applications requiring precise wind data. Suitable for manned and unmanned systems on land, sea, and air.
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Catalog excerpts

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UN IQ UE AC U- R E S® TE C HN O LO GY Acoustic Resonance (Acu-Res®) is fundamentally different to other ultrasonic sensors on the market, delivering exceptionally high levels of data availability even in environments where there is significant vibration or electrical noise. Measuring wind speeds up to 75m/s and with full 360° direction measurement, Acu-Res® delivers a stronger signal-to-noise ratio than other ultrasonic technologies. FT wind sensors are instant response (10Hz), impact resistant (50g), watertight (IP67) and highly accurate. E X T R EM E S U RVIVA B ILITY With an anodised aluminium construction that is corrosion-resistant, sealed to IP67 and incorporates a powerful heating system, FT wind sensors provide reliable wind data, even in the harshest of environments. All FT wind sensors undergo a rigorous set of tests including vibration and shock, water-proofing and sealing, temperature and EMC to ensure maximum reliability. PR OV EN PE R FO R MA N C E FT is the wind sensor of choice for wind turbine control and used for a wide range of industrial applications where wind data is critical. Wind speed, direction, temperature, pressure and compass data in an industrialgrade package that fits in your hand. The FT743-SM wind sensor is trusted for precision control data for manned and unmanned systems on land, sea and in the sky. THE WORLD’S TOUGHEST WIND SENSORS

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WIND DIRECTION Compass accuracy PRESSURE MEASUREMENT ACOUSTIC TEMPERATURE Under the following conditions: between the air temperature and the actual temperature of the sensor. SENSOR PERFORMANCE Measurement principle Acoustic Resonance (automatically compensates for variations in temperature, pressure & humidity) .Metres per second, kilometres per hour or knots .IP67 - when correctly installed with supplied O-ring 0° to 55°C (user configurable) POWER REQUIREMENTS .6V to 30V DC (24V DC nominal). Supports battery operation with reduced heater capacity. I/O connector Sensor weight Universal M12...

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