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Kestrel 5500 Pocket Weather Meter / Station

Kestrel  |  SKU: 0855LVYEL  |  Barcode: 730650001958

$429.00 USD $536.00 USD
Color: Yellow

Measures

  • Wind Speed
  • Average Wind Speed
  • Maximum Wind Gust
  • Current Wind Speed
  • Temperature
  • Barometric Pressure
  • Relative Humidity
  • Wind Chill
  • Heat Stress Index
  • Dew Point Temperature
  • Altitude (Barometric)
  • Wet Bulb Temperature (Psychrometric)
  • Density Altitude
  • Wind Direction
  • Bluetooth (LiNK model)
  • Pressure Trend

Shipping

  • Ships within 24 hours
  • Free Express Shipping in the USA
  • Discounted Global Shipping
  • 45 Day Easy Returns (Free in the USA)

Includes

  • (1) AA Lithium Battery
  • Instructions
  • Protective Draw String Pouch
  • Lanyard
  • Certificate Of Conformity (Spec Sheet)

Warranty

5 year manufacturers warranty.

State Sales Tax Information

State sales tax not charged / collected on orders outside of Pennsylvania

Sensor Specifications

Sensor Specifications

 Wind Speed

Units of Measure: mph | kt | B | m/s | ft/min / km/h 
Specification Range:
  • 0.6 to 40.0 m/s
  • 118 to 7,874 ft/min
  • 2.2 to 144.0 km/h
  • 1.3 to 89.5 mph
  • 1.2 to 77.8 knots
  • 0 to 12 B*
  • 2-131.2 F/S*
Operational Range:
  • 0.6 to 60.0 m/s
  • 118 to 11,811 ft/min
  • 2.2 to 216.0 km/h
  • 1.3 to 134.2 mph
  • 1.2 to 116.6 knots
  • 0 to 12 B*
  • 2-196.9 F/S*
Resolution:
  • 0.1 m/s
  • 1 ft/min
  • 0.1 km/h
  • 0.1 mph
  • 0.1 knots
  • 1 B
Accuracy (+/-): Larger of 3% of reading, least significant digit or 20 ft/min
Notes: 1 inch|25 mm diameter impeller with precision axle and low-friction Zytel® bearings. Startup speed stated as lower limit, readings may be taken down to 0.4 m/s | 79 ft/min | 1.5 km/h | .9 mph | .8 kt after impeller startup. Off-axis accuracy -1% @ 5º off-axis; -2% @ 10º; -3% @ 15º. Calibration drift < 1% after 100 hours use at 16 MPH | 7 m/s. Replacement impeller (PN-0801) field installs without tools (US Patent 5,783,753). Wind speed calibration and testing should be done with triangle on impeller located at the top front face of the Kestrel. *F/S only in Ballistics units. Beaufort not available in Ballistics units.

Ambient Temperature

Units of Measure: Fahrenheit, Celsius
Specification Range:
  • -20.0 to 158.0 °F
  • -29.0 to 70.0 °C
Operational Range:
  • 14.0.0 to 131.0 °F
  • -10.0 to 55.0 °C
Resolution:
  • 0.1 °F
  • 0.1 °C
Accuracy (+/-):
  • 0.9 °F
  • 0.5 °C
Notes: Airflow of 2.2 mph|1 m/s or greater provides fastest response and reduction of insolation effect. For greatest accuracy, avoid direct sunlight on the temperature sensor and prolonged sunlight exposure to the unit in low airflow conditions. Calibration drift is negligible for the life of the product. For further details, see Display & Battery Operational Temperature Limits.

Pressure

Units of Measure: inHg, hPA, mb
Specification Range:
  • 25°C/ 77°F
  • 750-1100 hPa|mbar
  • 22.15-32.48 inHg
  • 10.88-15.95 PS
Operational Range:
  • 0.30 to 48.87 inHg
  • 10.0 to 1654.7 hPa|mbar
  • 0.14 to 24.00 PSI
  • 14.0 to 131.0 °F -10.0 to 55.0 °C
Resolution:
  • 0.1 hPa|mbar
  • 0.01 inHg
  • 0.01 PSI
Accuracy (+/-):
  • 1.5 hPa|mbar
  • 0.044 inHg
  • 0.022 PSI
Notes: Monolithic silicon piezo-resistive pressure sensor with second-order temperature correction. Between 1100–1600 mbar, unit will operate with reduced accuracy. Sensor may not operate above 1600 mbar and can be damaged above 6,000 mbar or below 10 mbar. Calibration drift is negligible for the life of the product.

Relative Humidity

Units of Measure: %
Specification Range: 5 to 95% 25°C non-condensing
Operational Range: 0 to 100% 
Resolution: 0.1 %RH
Accuracy (+/-): 3%RH
Notes: To achieve stated accuracy, unit must be permitted to equilibrate to external temperature when exposed to large, rapid temperature changes and be kept out of direct sunlight. Calibration drift is typically less than ±0.25% per year.

Compass

Units of Measure:  Compass Heading in True or Magnetic
Specification Range: 0 to 360°
Operational Range: 0 to 360°
Resolution: 1° 1/16th Cardinal Scale
Accuracy: ±5°
Notes: 2-axis solid-state magneto resistive sensor mounted perpendicular to unit plane. Accuracy of sensor dependent upon unit’s vertical position. Self-calibration routine eliminates magnetic error from batteries or unit and must be run after every full power- down (battery removal or change). Readout indicates direction to which the back of the unit is pointed when held in a vertical orientation. Declination/variation adjustable for True North readout.

Calculated Measurements

 Altitude

 

Accuracy (+/-):
  • typical: 23.6 ft/7.2 m
  • - 50 to 1100 mBar
  • max: 48.2 ft/14.7 m
  • – 300 to 750 mBar
Resolution:
  • 1ft
  • 1m
Sensors employed:
  • Pressure
  • User Input (Reference Pressure)

Dew Point

Accuracy (+/-):
  • 3.4 °F
  • 1.9 °C
  • 15-95% RH. Refer to Range for Temperature Sensor
Resolution:
  • 0.1 °F
  • 0.1 °C
Sensors employed:
  • Temperature
  • Relative Humidity

Wet Bulb Temperature - Psychrometric

Accuracy (+/-):
  • 3.2 °F
  • 1.8 °C
Resolution:
  • 0.1 °F
  • 0.1 °C
Sensors employed:
  • Temperature
  • Relative Humidity
  • Pressure

Wind Chill

Accuracy:
  • 1.6 °F
  • 0.9 °C
Resolution:
  • 0.1 °F
  • 0.1 °C
Sensors employed:
  • Wind Speed
  • Temperature

Density Altitude

Accuracy:
  • 226 ft
  • 69 m
Resolution:
  • 1ft
  • 1m
Sensors employed:
  • Temperature
  • Relative Humidity
  • Pressure
Sensors employed:
  • Temperature Relative
  • Humidity
  • Pressure

Heat Index

Accuracy:
  • 7.1°F
  • 4.0°C
Resolution:
  • 0.1 °F
  • 0.1 °C
Sensors employed:
  • Temperature
  • Relative Humidity

Downloads:

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Description

Gain precise details on environmental factors with the Kestrel 5500 Handheld Pocket Weather Meter, allowing you to easily measure data from your own location.

The Kestrel 5500 is the ultimate tool for portable environmental monitoring, providing readings on virtually every environmental factor such as wind speed, temperature, humidity, barometric pressure, wind direction, and density altitude. Additionally, the Kestrel 5500 allows for logging and data storage. The Kestrel 5500 is the perfect companion for golfing, sailing, flying, spraying, and shooting, and its superior durability ensures it can handle the toughest weather and terrain. The built-in dual color backlit display has been strengthened with an extra-strong polycarbonate lens for improved font readability, while optional LiNK iOS and Android wireless connectivity and app support opens up further possibilities.

Kestrel 5500 with LiNK and iPadIn addition to measuring the current environmental conditions, the Kestrel 5500 tracks and logs over 10,000 sets of time-stamped data. Your data log can be transferred to a iOS/Android device wirelessly with the LiNK wireless communication option and the Kestrel LiNK app, or to a Windows PC or Mac with either the accessory Kestrel LiNK Dongle or waterproof USB Data Transfer Cable (Both sold separately).The true versatility of the Kestrel 5500 becomes apparent with the addition of the Kestrel Vane Mount. This precision-engineered accessory securely mounts the Kestrel 5500 to any tripod or other ¼-20 fitted bracket. Once mounted, the Kestrel 5500 becomes a full-featured weather station. Select "Add LiNK (Bluetooth Connectivity) + Vane Mount" or select the standard 5500 and purchase the vane mount separately in our Accessories section.

Features:
  • Easy to read, high resolution screen (standard and NV backlit).
  • Time & date
  • Waterproof & floats
  • Exterior temperature, humidity & pressure sensors for fast & accurate readings
  • Humidity sensor can soon be calibrated in the field via cable or Dongle.
  • Min, Max & Average values
  • Automatically store measurements, when powered on or off
  • Manually store measurements with the press of a button
  • Customizable data storage - 10,000 data points
  • Graph & recall trends
  • Customize screens to display user-selected measurements
  • Data charting
  • Data upload to iOS & Android phones & tablets
  • Data upload to Windows or Mac computers with optional USB Data Cable
  • Data upload to Windows & Mac computers via wireless Bluetooth (LiNK Enabled Meters only with the optional Kestrel Dongle)
  • Languages: English, French, Spanish, German & Italian
  • User-replaceable impeller
  • impeller cover allows use of other functions & protecting the impeller
  • All instruments and accessories are completely assembled in the USA

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      Customer Reviews

      Based on 44 reviews
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      MAURICIO ALVARADO MENDOZA

      Excelente equipo, llego rapido

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      Andrea M.

      Un ottimo strumento compatto facile da usare tantissime informazioni meteo sempre precise ed affidabili, ottimo anche il negozio con prezzi competitivi e un servizio clienti eccellente, rispondo subito e ti danno tutte le informazioni necessarie.

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      Bastian M.

      Das Kestrell 5500 Link ist sehr zuverlässig und macht was es soll! Leider ist es nicht kompatibel zu Sig Sauer BDX hierzu müssen Sie das Kestrell 5700 Oder 5700 Elite bestellen! Vielleicht sollte Kestrell hier mal ein Software Update bringen!

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      Erez S.

      Excellent field weather meter. Very accurate and easy to handle.
      The only minus (for which I took one star off) is a very short Bluetooth range - if I move more than 2m with the phone from the meter, it gets disconnected. BT is supposed to have around 10m range.

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      David H.

      Excellent meter, great price and fantastic service from ExtremeMeters.

      I am glad you are enjoying your Kestrel. Thank you for the complement!

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      Kestrel 5500 Pocket Weather Meter / Station

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      Gain precise details on environmental factors with the Kestrel 5500 Handheld Pocket Weather Meter, allowing you to easily measure data...

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      Model

      • Standard Non-LiNK
      • Bluetooth LiNK Enabled

      Measures

      Wind Speed, Average Wind Speed, Maximum Wind Gust, Current Wind Speed, Temperature, Barometric Pressure, Relative Humidity, Wind Chill, Heat Stress Index, Dew Point Temperature, Altitude (Barometric), Wet Bulb Temperature (Psychrometric), Density Altitude, Wind Direction, Bluetooth (LiNK model), Pressure Trend
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