Kestrel 5500 LiNK handheld weather station with LiNK connection - 0855LVOLV

This Kestrel meter does it all. Meteorological instrumentKestrel 5500 provides the same reliability, accuracy and usability as the original Kestrel 4500. It measures all environmental conditions plus wind direction, crosswind and headwind/tailwind. Use it for golf, sailing, flying, spraying, shooting and other activities. With drop-proof, dust-proof, waterproof and the ability to withstand extreme conditions without damage, the Kestrel weather instrument travels with you wherever you venture. A variety of carrying case options make it even easier to take your Kestrel weather meter with you.

The Kestrel 5 Series platform offers a large, high-contrast, high-resolution display with easy-to-read fonts. It also includes built-in dual-color backlighting, an extremely durable polycarbonate lens, AA battery operation, and optional wireless connectivity and LiNK app support for iOS and Android. Like all Kestrel meters, the Kestrel 5500 is drop-proof, dustproof, waterproof and can withstand harsh conditions without damage - so it can work or play as hard as you do, wherever you are. A range of carrying case options makes it even easier to take your Kestrel meter with you.

In addition to measuring current environmental conditions, the Kestrel 5500 monitors and records more than 10,000 time-stamped data sets. Data logs can be wirelessly transferred to iOS/Android devices using the LiNK wireless communication option and the Kestrel LiNK app, or to Windows/Mac devices using the optional Kestrel LiNK dongle or waterproof USB data cable (both sold separately).

The true versatility of the Kestrel 5500 becomes apparent with the purchase of the Kestrel Vane Mount. This precision-engineered accessory securely mounts the Kestrel 5500 to any tripod or other mount1-20the Kestrel 5500 becomes a full-fledged weather station - with a large wind vane and precision pivot that keeps the Kestrel facing into the wind for continuous measurement and recording of wind speed and direction and all other key weather parameters. The Kestrel LiNK app also displays real-time data from the Kestrel instrument on a live, customisable panel - providing a remote display that works up to 100m away. The ENTIRE Kestrel 5500 + blade holder kit weighs just 295 grams and packs into the included padded belt pouch, which measures just 6.5 x 7.5 x 22 cm. With hundreds of hours of accurate measurements, the Kestrel 5500 is truly the world's most compact weather station. A swivel blade holder is included with the 5500 with LiNK or can be purchased separately. It works with any Kestrel 5 Series weather instrument.

Kestrel's resources have been put to the test in some of the harshest conditions on the planet. U.S. Special Forces, combat weather teams, HazMat crews, wildland firefighters, smoke jumpers, Mount Everest expeditions, and mine car crews are just a few of those that rely on Kestrel to provide them with the crucial environmental data they need. Watch a meteorologist on screen during a hurricane and you're sure to see Kestrel in action. Become your own meteorologist anywhere in the world with the Kestrel 5500.