Hydreon RG-9 Optical Rain Sensor NPN & RS-232
Hydreon RG-9 Solid State Rain Sensor is a rain sensor intended to detect and communicate when a pre-selected rain intensity has been reached
The Hydreon RG-9 Solid State Rain Sensor is a rainfall sensing device intended to detect and communicate when a pre-selected rain intensity has been reached or exceeded.The RG-9 is rugged, reliable, and maintenance-free.
The RG-9 uses beams of infrared light within a plastic lens about the size of a tennis ball. The round surface of the lens discourages collection of debris, and the RG-9 has no moving parts to stick, and no water-pathways to clog.The device features an open-collector output that indicates when the selected rain intensity has been reached.
The sensitivity levels are: Rain Drops, Very Light, Medium, Heavy. The duration of the positive detection is also selectable: No Hold, Hold Time 5 Minutes, Hold Time 10 Minutes, Hold Time 15 Minutes.
The RG-9 has multiple outputs: visual output via an on-board LED, Open Collector output and RS232 serial communications that provide more detailed data, including 8 near real-time rain intensity levels and allow for reading the status and configuration of the device. Power consumption of the RG-9 is very low, and the device is well-suited to solar-power applications.
Input Voltage
- Range 5-35 VDC on J1 or 3.3VDC through pin 8 on J2
- Reverse polarity protected: 50 V
Current drain
- 110 μA nominal. (No outputs on, dry not raining) 2-4 mA when raining
Output
- NPN Open Collector Output 100 mA / 80V Max
Operating temperature: -40 to +60 °C Will not detect rain if freezing
Dispatch
In-stock orders are dispatched within 2 business days.
Shipping options
We deliver across Australia and internationally by any of the following methods:
- Australia Post Express
- Australia Post Parcel Post
- DHL
- FedEx (only international)
- Freight account. We'll email packaging dimensions when the shipment is ready to be book.
*Transit times vary depending on the shipping method and destination.
Store Pickup - Carrum Downs, Victoria, 3201
Order before 11am to collect after 2pm the same day. Mon–Fri, 9am–5pm, excludes public holidays.
RETURNS
How to return an item Contact us before sending anything back. Email info@oceancontrols.com.au or call +61 3 9708 2390. We'll confirm eligibility and guide you to the return process.
Return window 14 days from dispatch date.
Condition required Items must be unused and in original packaging, including all documentation and manuals.
Restocking fee A 20% restocking fee applies to all accepted returns. Return shipping costs are the customer's responsibility.
Non-returnable items
- Custom-made or specially imported products
- Software licences (some software have trial versions available)
- Items not in original, as-new condition
WARRANTY
How to make a warranty claim Before returning anything, please contact us. Our engineers can often resolve the issue remotely. If a return is required, our team will provide you with a warranty form to include with the goods.
What's covered Defects in materials and workmanship under normal use and correct installation.
What's not covered The warranty does not cover damage or failures caused by factors outside our control, including incorrect installation, unauthorised alterations or modifications, or any installation or use not recommended by the manufacturer.
Standard warranty All products carry a 12-month warranty from the date of purchase unless stated otherwise.
Extended warranty
- Labjack: 5 Years
- Atop: 5 Years
- MeanWell: 3 Years
- Teracom: 3 Years
- Novus: 3 Years
