Introduction to Sensor
The BTD-300 is a standalone lightning detection sensor that accurately detects all forms of lightning activity within an 83 km range. Using advanced quasi-electrostatic sensing technology, it provides reliable storm detection with a very low false alarm rate, delivering early warnings of nearby thunderstorm and lightning threats.
Specifications
Specifications
| Parameter | Specification |
|---|---|
| Lightning Detection Types | Detects cloud-to-cloud, cloud-to-ground, and intra-cloud lightning discharges |
| Output | Ethernet or Serial Data (RS422) |
| Range | 83 km (51 statute miles) |
| Detection Efficiency | 95% for single lightning flash (any type) |
| 99% for storm with 2 flashes | |
| 99.9% for storm with 3 flashes | |
| For flashes within 56 km | |
| False Alarm Rate | < 2% |
| Range Measurement Error | 0 to 20 km: ± 5 km |
| 20 to 83 km: ± 10 km | |
| Maximum Flash Rate | 120 flashes per minute |
| Time of Flash Resolution | Nearest 10 ms (internal clock) |
| Measurement Principle | Passive, quasi-electrostatic, no moving parts |
| Direction (Optional) | Reported to nearest degree |
| Sensor Power Supply | 110 to 240 Vac, 50–60 Hz Universal |
| Operating Temperature | -40°C to 60°C |
| Operating Humidity | 5% – 100% RH |
| Protection Rating | IP66 |
| Weight (Sensor Head) | 25 kg |
| Certification & Compliance | CE Certified |
| EMC compliance with EN61326-1997, 1998, 2001 | |
| Compliance with EN50536:2011+A1:2012 for a Class 1 detector | |
| Performs in accordance with IEC 62793 for a Class A detector | |
| RoHS and WEEE compliant |
Features
Applications
Environmental Monitoring
Weather Monitoring
Research Stations
Industrial Safety
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