Ceilometer CL51

Brand: Vaisala

For high-range cloud height detection.

The Vaisala Ceilometer CL51 is designed to measure high-range cirrus cloud heights without surpassing the low and middle layer clouds, or vertical visibility in harsh conditions.  It´s backscatter profiling over full range is up to 15 km (49,200 ft).

The CL51 employs a pulsed diode laser LIDAR (Light Detection And Ranging) technology, where short, powerful laser pulses are sent out in a vertical or near-vertical direction. The reflection of light (backscatter) caused by clouds, precipitation or other obscuration is analyzed and used to determine the cloud base height.
Features
  • Cloud reporting range up to 13 km (43,000 ft)
  • Backscatter profiling over full range up to 15 km (49,200 ft)
  • Detection of Cirrus clouds
  • Based on robust and affordable laser technology
  • Extensive self-diagnostics with fault analysis
  • Field proven, fully automatic 24/7 operation in all weather conditions
  • Extensive self-diagnostics with fault analysis
  • Second-generation, advanced single-lens optics provides excellent performance also at low altitudes
  • Modular design for easy installation and maintenance
  • Reliable operation in all weather; unsurpassed performance in vertical visibility and cloud detection during precipitation
  • Latest technology from the world leading manufacturer - installed base over 5000 ceilometers worldwide
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