BTD-300 Thunderstorm Detector
The BTD-300 Thunderstorm Detector is a standalone sensor that reliably detects the presence of all forms of lightning to a range of 83km.
Overview
BTD-300 Thunderstorm Detector is a standalone sensor that reliably detects the presence of all forms of lightning to a range of 83km. The unique quasi electrostatic operating principle gives the detector a very low false alarm rate and the ability to warn of the risk of overhead lightning.
The ability to reliably detect and range cloud-to-cloud lightning, which is typically much more common than cloud-to-ground strikes, makes the BTD-300 much more sensitive to the presence of storms compared to devices that rely on radio detection. An electrostatic operating principle allows the sensor to warn of the risk of overhead lightning before the first discharge occurs.
Key Features & Benefits
Reliable Operation
Highly immune to radio interference which is the major cause of false alarms in traditional standalone detectors
Virtually maintenance free in operation
BTD-300 can either interface directly to an integrated system or be operated using the supplied PC compatible display and logging software
Early Warning System
Warns of overhead lightning risk even before the first lightning discharge
Superior Range
83km (45 nm) detection range exceeds the US FAA requirements
Efficient Operation
Detects cloud-to-cloud as well as weaker but more common cloud-to-ground lightning
High Quality
Meets FAA performance requirements for aerodrome use Meets EN50536:2011+A1:2012 and IEC 62793 requirements
Technical Specifications
Performance
Interface
Physical
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
