Reddit mentions of La Crosse Technology TX32U-IT Wireless Self-Emptying Rain Bucket Sensor

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La Crosse Technology TX32U-IT Wireless Self-Emptying Rain Bucket Sensor
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    Features:
  • Wireless rain bucket sensor for rainfall measurement; for use with a compatible La Crosse's 915 MHz weather system, purchased separately
  • Self-emptying bucket with system of tilting rain cups; wireless transmission every 6 seconds at 915 MHz from up to 330 feet
  • Measures 0 to 393.7 inches total rainfall and 0 to 39.3 inches 24-hour rainfall; requires separate purchase of 2 AAA batteries
  • Mount at least 3 feet off ground on flat surface without overhead obstructions; mounting hardware provided
  • Measures 5-2/3 inches wide by 2-1/6 inches deep by 3-1/2 inches high; limited manufacturer warranty
Specs:
ColorBeige
Height5.51 Inches
Length2.75 Inches
Width5.39 Inches
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Found 1 comment on La Crosse Technology TX32U-IT Wireless Self-Emptying Rain Bucket Sensor:

u/clemdia ยท 2 pointsr/weather

One thing I should say up front: this hobby (learning more about meteorology and weather phenomena) is something that I've wanted to explore for some time. My family knew this and purchased this kit plus this rain sensor. Pretty much nothing was provided in the box in the way of parts or advice for siting.

I'd also add that, regardless of the quality of the kit I now have, I'd like to get the siting as right as possible. If I enjoy my new hobby and decide to upgrade some day in the future then great: I've got a good place to hang new gear. I've researched many other kits in the past (in the $200-$500 range) but I really don't want to start dwelling on how "La Crosse is garbage" (as the internet seems to think so, at least). It was a really thoughtful gift and I'm excited to try it out.

So, the other details:

  • The good news is that I tested the 300 ft. range that La Crosse advertises on the box, and the base picks up signals from anywhere on my lot. The bad news is that 150 ft. is not possible as I live in the 'burbs on a .37 acre lot. The best I can do is the 50ft clearance all around (even if I roof-mounted a mast).

  • I am not completely adverse to a mast on the roof, but I've read that such a mast could also catch some lightning, and it would absolutely be one of the tallest thing for a few miles around given our location at the top of the highest ridge in the area. That scares me a bit so I really like your post/pole suggestion.

  • I gather I'd need to fabricate some sort of stable/level platform to mount the rain sensor -- or could I just mount it to the top of the 4x4 post?

  • Finally, the anemometer must be attached via wire to the thermo-hygro transmitter, so it'll need to be on the post also. That means I'll need to find/fabricate a shelter for the thermo-hygro, right? Any suggestions on that?

    BTW, you're a peach for taking time to answer these questions...