Parsivel 2

The OTT Parsivel 2 is a modern laser disdrometer for comprehensive measurement of various precipitation types including:

• Precipitation type
• Precipitation intensity
• Drop size distribution
• Radar reflectivity

Parsivel captures both the size and speed of falling particles, then classifies them into one of 32 separate size and velocity classes. Raw data is used to calculate the type, amount, intensity and kinetic energy of the precipitation, the visibility in the precipitation, and the equivalent radar reflectivity.

Parsivel 2

Parsivel 2: Common Applications

Parsivel is typically used in the following applications:

Monitoring Road Conditions
Precipitation amount and composition are combined with general visibility measurements to provide an accurate picture of road conditions.

Early Flood Warning
When combined with water level sensors, Parsivel is the central component in an early flood warning system.

Erosion Modeling
Kinetic precipitation energy calculated by the Parsivel, paired with other parameters like ground state or relief, provides a key input for erosion models.

This product is manufactured by OTT and proudly represented by Aqualab Scientific.

FEATURES

Accurate
The exact size and speed of every precipitation particle that passes in the measurement area is recorded and from these measurements all relevant meteorological parameters are derived

Maintenance Free
No moving parts or a collection bucket, unlike tipping bucket rain gauges

Durable
Continuous and precise precipitation data in all environmental conditions with integrated overvoltage protection

Energy Efficient
Economical electronics and galvanically separate, controllable head heating, providing a power supply that is flexibly designed with minimal power consumption

Easy to Use
Integrated USB port configuration and online monitoring for simple PC data review with OTT ASDO user software

Specs

Parcivel Specifications

Models

Available models include:

OTT Parsivel-2 Weather Sensor
Product number# 7021000230

Downloads

Manuals
	OTT Parsivel-2 User Manual (with screen heating)	Download now
	OTT Parsivel-2 User Manual (without screen heating)	Download now
	OTT Parsivel-2 Application Software Instructions	Download now
Additional files
	OTT Parsivel 2 Technical Sheet	Download now

Optional Accessories

ASDO Software (to operate 1 x Parsivel)
Product number# 5655100197
ASDO Software (to operate 10 xParsivel)
Product number# 5655100497
ASDO Software (to operate 25 x Parsivel)
Product number# 5655100597
Interface converter RS 485/USB
Product number# 9796119295
2" installation tube with mounting plate for power supply unit (0.53m)
Product number# 7021042031
2" installation tube with mounting plate for power supply unit (1.53m)
Product number# 7021042131
2" installation tube with mounting plate for power supply unit (2.53m)
Product number# 7021042231

Software