Kestrel 5500 Weather Meter
Purchase on Amazon.com or from Kestrel directly. Also available through some forestry and other outdoor science equipment companies.
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You can buy this tool from Kestrel. The anticipated price range is $251 - $500.
| Description |
Measuring weather conditions, including barometric pressure (which is why this particular model and not some of the others) This tool is recommended for lending libraries. |
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| Used by these projects | Dragonfly Detectives (not in SciStarter yet - currently available on a limited basis in NC, but looking to expand) |
| Ideal Age Group |
Middle school (11 - 13 years), High school (14 - 17 years), College, Graduate students, Adults, Seniors
(This is an easy to use tool, but the wind direction measurements can be complicated for some users. I recommend it for middle school and up.) |
| Use considerations | Assembly is required. Callibration is required. This tool relies on lab processing. This tool require consumable materials (e.g. batteries, light bulbs, etc.). |
| Size & weight |
Small: This tool would fit in a 6 inch cube. Less than 13oz (a full soda can weighs a little less than 13oz) |
| Expected lifetime | Should last more or less forever |
| Topics | Climate & Weather, Nature & Outdoors, Animals, Geology & Earth Science, Computers & Technology, Biology, Birds, Ecology & Environment, Ocean, Water, Marine & Terrestrial, Insects & Pollinators |
| Tool updated | March 10, 2018, 4:16 p.m. |
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