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Rugged Weather and Environmental Meters
The Kestrel 5400 Fire Weather Pro provides Wet Bulb Globe Temperature (WBGT) monitoring and displays thermal work limit (TWL), a recognized composite heat stress prediction tool. Lightweight and easy to use, the unit offers quick set-up with the included vane mount and LiNK wireless connectvity to become a complete weather station capable of logging weather conditions and critical heat safety information.
The Kestrel 5400 Fire Weather Pro provides Wet Bulb Globe Temperature (WBGT) monitoring and displays thermal work limit (TWL), a recognized composite heat stress prediction tool. Lightweight and easy to use, the unit offers quick set-up with the included vane mount and LiNK wireless connectvity to become a complete weather station capable of logging weather conditions and critical heat safety information.
Wildland firefighters train to withstand the challenge of heavy exertion in extreme conditions. Extreme heat is a constant companion, and protective gear exacerbates the physical strain on a firefighter's body. Building heat acclimatization is a critical component of training, but doing so without incurring heat illness or injury is equally critical and challenging. Heat injury is a constant danger with many incidents of heat related illness occurring every year. Heat illness prevention programs recommend measuring Wet Bulb Globe Temperature (WBGT) and implementing ACGIH work/recovery and hydration guidelines. WBGT is a much more complete measure of heat stress for the firefighter because it includes the effects of the radiant heat of the sun, fire, or hot surfaces. The Kestrel Fire Weather Meter PRO WBGT adds the WBGT measurement to the full capability of the Fire Weather Meter Pro – making it the complete tool for monitoring WBGT and fire weather during training or operations. With pre-programmed ACGIH guidelines and alert settings to indicate when conditions have become extremely unsafe, the Kestrel Fire Weather Meter PRO with WBGT is the ultimate tool for increasing the safety of your crew.
Unlike other WBGT meters on the market, the Kestrel 5400 Fire Weather Pro WBGT is also a rugged, compact and easy-to-use portable weather station. Clip the Kestrel 5400 into the secure tripod vane mount to set up a weather and heat safety monitoring station in seconds. Measure wind speed, direction, temperature, humidity, pressure, dew point, elevation, density altitude, PIG, FDFM and more. In addition to measuring the current environmental conditions, the Kestrel 5400 Fire Weather Pro tracks and logs over 10,000 sets of time-stamped data. Your data log can be transferred to an iOS/Android device wirelessly with the LiNK wireless communication option and free Kestrel LiNK app, then exported and shared via email with ease. Data can also be transfered to a Windows/Mac device with either the accessory Kestrel LiNK Dongle or waterproof USB Data Transfer Cable (both sold separately).
The Kestrel 5400 Fire Weather Meter Pro WBGT offers a large, high-resolution and contrast display and easy font readability. It also includes a built-in dual color backlight, extra-strong polycarbonate lens and AA battery operation, along with LiNK iOS and Android wireless connectivity and app support. Like all Kestrel meters, the Kestrel 5400 Fire Weather Pro WBGT is drop-proof, dust-proof, waterproof and able to withstand harsh environments without damage – so it can so it can work as hard as you do.
This meter measures: Altitude, Barometric Pressure, Crosswind/Headwind/Tailwind, Density Altitude, Dew Point, Wind Direction and Orientation, Fine Dead Fuel Moisture,Globe Temperature, Heat Stress Index, Naturally Aspirated Wet Bulb Temperature, Pressure Trend, Probability of Ignition, Relative Humidity, Station Pressure (Absolute Pressure) Temperature, Thermal Work Limit, Wet Bulb Temperature (Psychrometer), Wet Bulb Globe Temperature (WBGT), Wind Chill and Wind Speed.
Log, View and Share on the Kestrel LiNK App
Kestrel LiNK is the free app that powers the Fire Weather DROP data logger. With Kestrel LiNK on your smart phone or tablet, you can view real-time readings from any DROP logger within wireless range (up to 100' or more line of sight) via Bluetooth low energy. Min/Max/Average readings are clearly displayed and the data log is viewable as a scrolling graph with detailed data for each logged point. The Kestrel LiNK app also allows adjustment of the logging interval and other settings as well as real-time threshold alerts. Readings can be updated as frequently as every 2 seconds and logging time and date are automatically updated whenever connected to your smart device. You can also send and share real-time and logged environmental data via email, Facebook or Twitter.
Features
Applications
Ideal for the following applications: Firefighters, Emergency Professionals, First Responders, Military
Software Download
Kestrel Link for Windows and Mac| Wind Speed / Air Flow Sensor | |
|---|---|
| Accuracy | Larger of 3% of reading, least significant digit or 20ft/min |
| Resolution | 0.1m/s, 1ft/min, 0.1km/h, 0.1mph, 0.1 knots, 1B, 0.1F/S |
| Range | 0.6 to 40.0m/s,118 to 7,874ft/min,2.2 to 144.0km/h,1.3 to 89.5mph,1.2 to 77.8 knots.0 to 12 B,2-131.2 |
| Ambient Temperature Sensor | |
| Accuracy | 0.9°F, 0.5°C |
| Resolution | 0.1°F/0.1°C |
| Range | -20 to 158°F, -29 to 70°C |
| Relative Humidity Sensor | |
| Accuracy | ±2%RH |
| Resolution | 0.1%RH |
| Range | 10 to 90% 25°C non-condensing |
| Pressure Sensor | |
| Accuracy | 0.044inHg, 1.5hPambar, 0.022 PSI |
| Resolution | 0.01 inHg, 0.1 hPa|mbar, 0.01 PSI |
| Range | 25°C/77°F,700-1100 mbar/20.67-32.48 inHg/10.15-15.95 PSI |
| Compass Sensor | |
| Accuracy | ±5° |
| Resolution | 1°, 1/16th Cardinal Scale |
| Range | 0 to 360° |
Sometimes we only use the air temperature as a measure of how comfortable we will feel when working or playing outside. But when the days get longer and the sun becomes stronger we need to take into account a lot more than air temperature.
Heat-induced illnesses, such as heat exhaustion and heat stroke occur when your body can't keep itself cool. The evaporation of sweat is slowed on hot and humid days causing your body temperature to rise and become ill.
Symptoms of Heat Exhaustion and Heat Stroke
Preventing Heat Stress
And most importantly….Monitor the conditions you are in with a Heat Stress Meter
These meters measure how hot it REALLY feels outside when humidity is combined with temperature, air movement and radiant heat.
What is WBGT or Wet Bulb Globe Temperature?
WBGT index is a term used in industry, sports and other areas to indicate the heat stress level for humans and animals. It calculates the heat stress of radiant heat, which takes into account temperature, humidity, wind speed, sun angle and cloud cover. This type of meter combines these factors into a single number so you can quickly take into account the conditions you are in.
What is Black Globe Temperature (GT)?
Skin can burn when it comes in contact with exposed machinery, tools and containers left in hot direct sunlight. Black Globe Temperature represents the integrated effects of radiation and wind on these objects.
Weather has a very impactful effect on both starting and sustaining fires. Wind, temperature and humidity are all important factors to take into consideration. The Kestrel Weather Meter 2016 Fire Line includes lifesaving and important features such as Probability of Ignition (PIG) and Fine Dead Fuel Moisture (FDFM) which saves time and ensures consistency of readings between emergency professionals.
Fire fighters need accurate, timely and current situational awareness in order to respond effectively to any fire hazard they face. Weather conditions are unpredictable and can cause a bad situation to get worse if you are not tracking the latest conditions. Wind speed and direction, temperature and humidity are factors fire fighters take into consideration especially when digging firelines.
The Kestrel line now includes a full range of meters and loggers, including models with built-in Probability of Ignition (PIG) and Fine Dead Fuel Moisture (FDFM) readings. Wireless data transfer to smart phones and tablets using Kestrel LiNK™ makes communicating real-time conditions easier than ever. Heat stress prediction models help keep personnel safe when working in extreme hot weather conditions.
Learn More
High and low wind speeds, temperature, humidity and altitude are all important factors to take into consideration when faced with a wild fire. It is important to know the surrounding conditions to understand how a fire is evolving. The new PRO line of Kestrel Fire Weather Meters measures these variables and allows you to communicate with your team detailed data reports using the free Kestrel LINK app. Eliminate errors with these meters by having the National Wildfire Coordinating Group (NWCG) Probability of Ignition (PIG) and Fine Dead Fuel Moisture (FDFM) tables built right in. The PRO models even data log all your readings so you have immediate trend information at your fingertips.
Learn MoreControlled or prescribed burning is an important technique used in forest management and farming to reduce fuel buildup and decrease the likelihood of serious hotter fires. Since future weather is uncertain it’s important to gather all the necessary readings you can to monitor while conducting these burns. Wind speed, wind gust, average wind, temperature and humidity are all measurements you can take with the new Kestrel DROP D3FW Fire Data loggers. These meters can be left on site to record days of round-the-clock temperature and humidity readings and then can be viewed on a mobile device. This allows you to gather adequate weather information on the day before and the day of a burn. Fuel will not burn when wet and will not burn adequately when relative humidity is too high. Fire control becomes difficult when relative humidity is too low. Now you can take the guess work out of these important factors and manage the burn site to ensure that a fire does not get out of control.
Learn More
During the hot summer, risks of heat stress increase exponentially for wildland firefighters when working in extreme conditions. Fire fighters must take into consideration the added impact of wearing heavy Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) on heat stress. Temperature is not the sole indicator of heat stress. You must take into consideration the heat stress in direct sunlight which takes into account temperature, humidity, wind speed, sun angle and cloud cover to give you a reading of how hot it really feels. The Kestrel Fire Weather Meter PRO with WBGT is an all-inclusive weather station with a heat stress indicator to keep fire fighters and emergency personnel safe when working outside. This meter has pre-programmed ACGIH guidelines and alert settings to indicate when conditions have become extremely unsafe which makes it the ultimate tool for safety of your team.
Learn MoreClick on a category to view a selection of compatible accessories with the Kestrel 5400FW Fire Weather Meter Pro with LiNK.
| Wind Speed / Air Flow Sensor | |
|---|---|
| Accuracy | Larger of 3% of reading, least significant digit or 20ft/min |
| Resolution | 0.1m/s, 1ft/min, 0.1km/h, 0.1mph, 0.1 knots, 1B, 0.1F/S |
| Range | 0.6 to 40.0m/s,118 to 7,874ft/min,2.2 to 144.0km/h,1.3 to 89.5mph,1.2 to 77.8 knots.0 to 12 B,2-131.2 |
| Ambient Temperature Sensor | |
| Accuracy | 0.9°F, 0.5°C |
| Resolution | 0.1°F/0.1°C |
| Range | -20 to 158°F, -29 to 70°C |
| Relative Humidity Sensor | |
| Accuracy | ±2%RH |
| Resolution | 0.1%RH |
| Range | 10 to 90% 25°C non-condensing |
| Pressure Sensor | |
| Accuracy | 0.044inHg, 1.5hPambar, 0.022 PSI |
| Resolution | 0.01 inHg, 0.1 hPa|mbar, 0.01 PSI |
| Range | 25°C/77°F,700-1100 mbar/20.67-32.48 inHg/10.15-15.95 PSI |
| Compass Sensor | |
| Accuracy | ±5° |
| Resolution | 1°, 1/16th Cardinal Scale |
| Range | 0 to 360° |
Sometimes we only use the air temperature as a measure of how comfortable we will feel when working or playing outside. But when the days get longer and the sun becomes stronger we need to take into account a lot more than air temperature.
Heat-induced illnesses, such as heat exhaustion and heat stroke occur when your body can't keep itself cool. The evaporation of sweat is slowed on hot and humid days causing your body temperature to rise and become ill.
Symptoms of Heat Exhaustion and Heat Stroke
Preventing Heat Stress
And most importantly….Monitor the conditions you are in with a Heat Stress Meter
These meters measure how hot it REALLY feels outside when humidity is combined with temperature, air movement and radiant heat.
What is WBGT or Wet Bulb Globe Temperature?
WBGT index is a term used in industry, sports and other areas to indicate the heat stress level for humans and animals. It calculates the heat stress of radiant heat, which takes into account temperature, humidity, wind speed, sun angle and cloud cover. This type of meter combines these factors into a single number so you can quickly take into account the conditions you are in.
What is Black Globe Temperature (GT)?
Skin can burn when it comes in contact with exposed machinery, tools and containers left in hot direct sunlight. Black Globe Temperature represents the integrated effects of radiation and wind on these objects.
Weather has a very impactful effect on both starting and sustaining fires. Wind, temperature and humidity are all important factors to take into consideration. The Kestrel Weather Meter 2016 Fire Line includes lifesaving and important features such as Probability of Ignition (PIG) and Fine Dead Fuel Moisture (FDFM) which saves time and ensures consistency of readings between emergency professionals.
Fire fighters need accurate, timely and current situational awareness in order to respond effectively to any fire hazard they face. Weather conditions are unpredictable and can cause a bad situation to get worse if you are not tracking the latest conditions. Wind speed and direction, temperature and humidity are factors fire fighters take into consideration especially when digging firelines.
The Kestrel line now includes a full range of meters and loggers, including models with built-in Probability of Ignition (PIG) and Fine Dead Fuel Moisture (FDFM) readings. Wireless data transfer to smart phones and tablets using Kestrel LiNK™ makes communicating real-time conditions easier than ever. Heat stress prediction models help keep personnel safe when working in extreme hot weather conditions.
Learn More
High and low wind speeds, temperature, humidity and altitude are all important factors to take into consideration when faced with a wild fire. It is important to know the surrounding conditions to understand how a fire is evolving. The new PRO line of Kestrel Fire Weather Meters measures these variables and allows you to communicate with your team detailed data reports using the free Kestrel LINK app. Eliminate errors with these meters by having the National Wildfire Coordinating Group (NWCG) Probability of Ignition (PIG) and Fine Dead Fuel Moisture (FDFM) tables built right in. The PRO models even data log all your readings so you have immediate trend information at your fingertips.
Learn MoreControlled or prescribed burning is an important technique used in forest management and farming to reduce fuel buildup and decrease the likelihood of serious hotter fires. Since future weather is uncertain it’s important to gather all the necessary readings you can to monitor while conducting these burns. Wind speed, wind gust, average wind, temperature and humidity are all measurements you can take with the new Kestrel DROP D3FW Fire Data loggers. These meters can be left on site to record days of round-the-clock temperature and humidity readings and then can be viewed on a mobile device. This allows you to gather adequate weather information on the day before and the day of a burn. Fuel will not burn when wet and will not burn adequately when relative humidity is too high. Fire control becomes difficult when relative humidity is too low. Now you can take the guess work out of these important factors and manage the burn site to ensure that a fire does not get out of control.
Learn More
During the hot summer, risks of heat stress increase exponentially for wildland firefighters when working in extreme conditions. Fire fighters must take into consideration the added impact of wearing heavy Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) on heat stress. Temperature is not the sole indicator of heat stress. You must take into consideration the heat stress in direct sunlight which takes into account temperature, humidity, wind speed, sun angle and cloud cover to give you a reading of how hot it really feels. The Kestrel Fire Weather Meter PRO with WBGT is an all-inclusive weather station with a heat stress indicator to keep fire fighters and emergency personnel safe when working outside. This meter has pre-programmed ACGIH guidelines and alert settings to indicate when conditions have become extremely unsafe which makes it the ultimate tool for safety of your team.
Learn MoreClick on a category to view a selection of compatible accessories with the Kestrel 5400FW Fire Weather Meter Pro with LiNK.
