Discover the Perfect Portable Sensor for Your Needs

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Discover the Perfect Portable Sensor for Your Needs

Precision, Portability, and Performance – Wherever You Go

When it comes to portable sensors, having the right tool at your fingertips can make all the difference. Whether you’re outdoors, on the water, or behind the camera, accurate and reliable data helps you make better decisions in real time.

The Calypso Instruments Portable Range

The Portable Range from Calypso Instruments has been designed to deliver professional-grade performance in a compact, easy-to-use format. Featuring Bluetooth connectivity, ultrasonic measurement technology, and a robust, maintenance-free design, these devices are trusted by both enthusiasts and professionals worldwide.

Each portable sensor combines precision engineering with intuitive usability, making advanced wind and environmental measurement accessible wherever your work or adventures take you.

Compare Features and Find the Right Fit

To help you choose the best portable sensor for your specific needs, we’ve created a detailed comparison table highlighting the key features of each model in the Portable Range.

From connectivity options to measurement accuracy and use-case suitability, the table below provides a clear overview to support confident decision-making.

⬇️ Calypso Instruments Product Comparison Table ⬇️

Ultrasonic

Portable Solar

Wind Meter

ULP (Ultra-Low-Power) LoRa

Ultrasonic

Wind Meter

Ultrasonic

Portable Mini (25m/s & 45m/s)

Wind Meter

Ultrasonic

Portable Mini AB (Applied Ballistics)

Meter

WeatherDot

(Temperature, Humidity & Pressure)

Weather Sensor

Industry

Outdoors

Maritime

Outdoors

Golf

Wind Energy

Maritime

Ballistics

Outdoors

Maritime

Firefighting

Outdoors

Maritime

Ballistics

Ballistics

Firefighting

Wind Speed Range: 1 – 25 m/s (2.24 – 56 mph)

Accuracy: ±0.1 m/s at 10 m/s (0.22 mph at 22.40 mph)

Range: 0.5 – 25 m/s (1.12 – 56 mph)

Accuracy: ±0.3 m/s at 10 m/s (0.22 mph at 22 mph)

Threshold: 0.5 m/s (1.12 mph)

25m/s Model:

Range: 1 – 25 m/s (2.24 – 56 mph)

Accuracy: ±0.3 m/s at 10 m/s (0.67 mph at 22.40 mph)

45m/s Model:

Range: 1 – 45 m/s (1.12 – 100 mph)

Accuracy: ±0.3 m/s at 10 m/s (0.67 mph at 22.40 mph)

Range: 0.5 – 45m/s (1.12 – 100 mph)

Accuracy: ±0.3 m/s at 10 m/s (0.67 mph at 22.40 mph)

Wind Direction Range: 0-359º

Accuracy: ± 1

Range: 0-359º

Accuracy: ± 1

Range: 0-359º

Accuracy: ± 1

Range: 0-359º

Accuracy: ± 1

Wind Info Aparent and Real Wind Speed & Direction via App Aparent and Real Wind Speed & Direction via App Aparent and Real Wind Speed & Direction via App Aparent and Real Wind Speed & Direction via App
Sample Rate Up to 1 Hz Up to 1 Hz Up to 1Hz Up to 1Hz From 1 Sample/second (1 Hz) – 1 Sample/24h (1.16 x 10^-5 Hz)
Sensors Ultrasonic Transducers (4x) Ultrasonic Transducers (4x) Ultrasonic Transducers (4x) Ultrasonic Transducers (4x) BME280 & NTCLE350E4103FHBO
Power Solar Panel

Internal Battery

Automatic Power Management

3.3 – 5V DC

Battery Powered (Wireless Charging QI)

Battery Powered (Wireless Charging QI) Battery Powered (Wireless Charging QI) Battery Powered (Wireless Charging QI)
Battery Runtime Up to 60 Days While Measuring 50 Hours of Active Use 150 Hours of Active Use 150 Hours of Active Use 150 Hours of Active Use at 1/3 Hz
Firmware Upgradable via Bluetooth Upgradable via Bluetooth Upgradable via Bluetooth Applied Ballistics compatible Upgradable via Bluetooth Upgradable via Bluetooth
Data Output Bluetooth 5.1

NMEA 2000 if used with NCP

Bluetooth 5.1

LoRa P2P (up to 3km direct line of sight)

*Available for LoRa frequencies 868 and 915 MHz that will be added in the near future.

Bluetooth 5.1 Bluetooth 5.1 Bluetooth 5.1
Bluetooth Range Up to 30m (98 ft.) Up to 30m (98 ft.) Up to 30m (98 ft.) Up to 30m (98 ft.) Up to 30m (98 ft.)
Data Storage 24,000 Data Points
Temperature

Range: -15ºC to 60ºC

Accuracy: 0.5ºC at 25ºC

Resolution: 0.1ºC

Humidity Range: 20% – 80%

Accuracy: ± 3.5%

Resolution: ± 1%

Pressure

Range: 500 to 1200hPa

Accuracy: +/- 1 hPa

Resolution: 1 hPa

Material Machine Engineered Plastic (Black) Nylon Polymer (Black) Machine Engineered Plastic (Black) Mould Injected (Green) Machine Engineered Plastic (Black)
Mount T16 mm (0.63 in.)

(M16 x 2) female thread screw

Tripod Mount

(female thread screw)

Base:

3 x M3 female tripod threads
3 × M4 female threads (UNC 1/4″-20 – tripod-compatible)

Sides:

3 x M4 female threads (UNC 1/4″-20)

Tripod Mount

(female thread screw)

Tripod Mount

(female thread screw)

Tripod Mount

(female thread screw)

Compatibility Android & iOS Devices, Tablets, Garmin Watches. Android & iOS Devices, Tablets, Garmin Watches. Android & iOS Devices, Tablets, Garmin Watches. Android & iOS Devices, Tablets, Garmin Watches.

All compatible devices with Applied Ballistics.

Compatible with Ultrasonic Portable Mini Range

(25m/s, 45m/s, AB)

Height 57 mm (2.24 in.) 95 mm (3.74 in.) 47 mm (1.85 in.) 47 mm (1.85 in.) 32 mm (1.26 in.)
Diameter 70 mm (2.76 in.) 70 mm (2.76 in.) 43 mm (1.69 in.) 43 mm (1.69 in.) 43 mm (1.65 in.)
Weight 145 grams (5.15 oz.) 213 grams (7.1 oz.) 78 grams (2.75 oz.) 78 grams (2.75 oz.) 40 grams (1.41 oz.)
IP Rating IPX8 Protection Grade IPX8 Protection Grade IPX8 Protection Grade IPX8 Protection Grade IPX65 Protection Grade

Your Ideal Portable Sensor Awaits

Explore the features, benefits, and differences across the Portable Range and discover which device is the perfect companion for your next session, voyage, or project. With Calypso Instruments, precision travels with you.

👉 Check out our Portable Ultrasonic Wind & Weather Meters today! 👇

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