The Contact Closure Pulse Input Adapter connects sensors with pulse outputs to data loggers with smart-sensor inputs. This smart sensor is compatible with contact closures, such as tipping-bucket rain gauges or reed switches with a maximum input frequency of 2 Hz (2 pulses per second), and a preferred switch-type of normally-open.
Manufactured by: Onset
Model: Contact Closure Pulse Input Adapter - 1 meter Sensor
Pulse input
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Maximum input frequency | 2 Hz (2 pulses per second) |
Measurement range | 0 – 65,533 pulses per logging interval |
Resolution | 1 pulse |
Lockout time | 327 ms ± 10% |
Recommended input type | Mechanical contact closure (example: reed switch in a tipping-bucket rain gauge) |
Preferred switch state | Active low input Normally open |
Edge detection | Falling edge, Schmitt Trigger buffer (logic levels: low ≤ 0.6 V, high ≥ 2.7 V) |
Minimum pulse width | 1 ms |
Input/output impedance | 100 KΩ |
Open circuit input voltage | 3.3 V |
Maximum input voltage | 3.6 V |
User connection | 24 AWG wires, 2 leads: white(+), black(-) |
Operating temperature range | -40° to 75°C (-40° to 167°F)" |
Overall cable length | 1 m (3.3 ft.) |
Housing | Weatherproof PVC housing protects input adapter electronics |
Housing dimensions | 14 x 0.95 cm (5.5 x 0.375 in.) |
Weight | 310 g (11 oz.) |
Bits per sample | 16 |
Number of data channels | 1 |
Measurement averaging option | No (reports the number of pulses over the logging interval) |