MesoPRO
MesoPRO
OrderableResearch-Grade Mesonet Station
Overview
The MesoPRO™ is a highly accurate, durable, research-grade meteorological monitoring station, designed for a wide variety of demanding environmental applications. This 10-meter tower station is suitable for long-term installations common in large networks such as mesonets. Remote monitoring and data collection are implemented via an industrial 4G LTE cellular network modem.
This system implements field-proven sensors, which provide accurate measurements required for the data products needed by mesonet stakeholders. The sensors selected are an optimal balance between accuracy, durability, and performance to obtain the best data while reducing maintenance and operational overhead. Meteorological variables measured can be used to calculate many weather-related parameters such as evapotranspiration, growing-degree days, wind chill, dew point, and other weather-related parameters.
The MesoPRO can be ordered with the parts shown above or as a complete prewired, preprogrammed, preconfigured system for an additional cost.
This system is also fully customizable. To meet the needs of a specific application, sensors, measurement peripherals, and communications devices can be added. Contact a Campbell Scientific sales engineer to design a custom solution.
Key Advantages
Technical Description
The PRO-series stations offer new options for those looking to deploy a complete weather station solution for many research, operational, and meteorological applications. All of these stations are designed to be research-grade, although there are some differences that may affect your selection. The MesoPRO and MetPRO stations are built using the best blend of components for accuracy, durability, and reliability. The WxPRO uses quality instruments at a lower price for researchers on a tight budget.
The MesoPRO is intended for applications where having a 30 ft (10 m) tower is desired for permanence, as well as the opportunity to make measurements at many different heights. Common users of this configuration are operators of large networks (such as mesonets), as well as researchers that need a permanent solution with the flexibility to add or change instruments in the future.
The MetPRO uses the same high-quality instruments as the MesoPRO, but offers the solution with a convenient 10 ft (3 m) tripod rather than a tower for mounting hardware. The tripod adds mobility for shorter-term research projects and offers an easier method to install a full meteorological station.
The WxPRO is an entry-level weather station solution that has many of the features of the higher-end systems at a lower price point. It is ideal for budget-conscious researchers who need confidence in their data from the use of quality instruments.
Specifications for individual instruments on the stations can be viewed on the product page for each component. If you have any questions about selecting a system, feel free to ask an expert by clicking the Ask a Question button.
Benefits
- Defensible data obtainable with high-accuracy instruments
- Remote system deployment for long-term monitoring with low-power system design
- Durable system components for reduced maintenance overhead
- Adaptable to diverse or changing measurement needs with tower-based solution
- Remote connection with 4G LTE cellular network; many other communications options supported, including two-way satellite Internet
- Customizable system for specific application needs
Measurements
These systems provide optional measurements; however, they typically measure the following parameters:
- Wind speed
- Wind direction
- Air temperature
- Relative humidity
- Barometric pressure
- Precipitation
- Solar radiation
- Soil volumetric water content
System Components
Data Loggers
Sensors
- 0510845013Wind Monitor-HD
- CS32033242Digital Thermopile Pyranometer
- BaroVue 1039204Digital Barometer
- CS6554505412 cm Soil Moisture and Temperature Sensor
- HygroVue 1035212Digital Temperature and Relative Humidity Sensor with M12 Connector
- RainVue 20RainVue20SDI-12 Precipitation Sensor with Aluminum Funnel
- TempVue 20 TempVue20Pt100 Digital Air Temperature Sensor
Communication Devices
Mounting Equipment
- UT30613930 ft Universal Tower with Adjustable Mast
- UTGUY6129Universal Tower Guy Kit
- UTGND6128Universal Tower Grounding Kit
- UTDUK6134Duckbill Anchors for UTGUY (set of 3)
- CM204179044 ft Crossarm with One CM210 Mounting Kit
- CM21017767Crossarm-to-Pole Mounting Kit
- CM206179056 ft Crossarm with One CM210 Mounting Kit
- CM30023 in. Mounting Pole with Cap
- ENC12/1445227Weather-Resistant Enclosure, 12 x 14 inches
- 179531- x 1-in. Nu-Rail Crossover Fitting
- RAD10E3236010-Plate Solar Radiation Shield for Larger Sensors
- UTBASEBase Kit for UT20/UT30
- CM22634375Solar Sensor Mounting Stand with Level and Base
- CM24138892Base Plate Mount for RainVue 10 and RainVue 20