Introducing the RS PRO Hotwire Anemometer. This high-quality thermal anemometer has been designed for the measurement of air velocity and air temperature and provides rapid, accurate readings without compromising on quality or performance. The RS-8880 is equipped with a large, easy to read backlit LCD display to allow for quick and easy readings, even in low light conditions and uses a high precision probe to deliver precise readings, even at low wind speeds. It can also simultaneously measure the air temperature with a built-in thermistor, making this meter ideal for engineers, service technicians and scientists.

This RS PRO anemometer has a high-quality and robust design that offers accurate and reliable results and can be used across a variety of applications
Hand-held wind-speed measurement instrument with user-friendly, easy to use control keys
Precision air velocity for precision measurement, even at low wind speeds and built-in thermistor sensors that can simultaneously measure air temperature
Air velocity can be displayed in the following units: m/s, km/h, ft/min, MPH and knots
Air temperature can be displayed in °C or °F
Dual-line 4-digit LCD display for easy and clear reading of the measuring data
Backlight function to enable use in low-light conditions for added versatility
Auto power-off function after 20 mins to preserve battery life for longer
This anemometer also features a data hold function
Supplied with a replaceable 9V battery, Anemo probe and gift box with carrying case

Hotwire anemometers are used to measure environmental conditions quickly and accurately. The information and data they provide are vital in a wide range of applications and environments. They are essential for reporting, forecasting and planning and more importantly health and safety. Some of the more common applications are:

HVAC and construction
Sailing, boating and windsurfing
Climbing and hiking
Aviation, wind direction, airflow, and gust
Weather stations and meteorological studies
Calibration laboratories

Yes, the RS PRO anemometer uses a 9V battery for its power supply and replacement battery can be found using RS Stock number 826-4435

An anemometer is a device that has a sensor or sensing unit that is used to measure wind speed and is commonly used to measure and monitor in meteorological applications and much more.

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