tipping bucket rain gauge 0.2 mm resolution standard

Kingmach’s tipping bucket rain gauge is built around a dual-compartment bucket that tips with each 0.2 mm of collected rainfall. The bucket is supported by a hardened steel pivot and a permanent magnet triggers a sealed reed switch with each tip—no contact wear, no drift from dust or humidity. The housing combines anodized aluminum and UV-stabilized polymer, while the collecting funnel includes a debris screen to keep leaves and insects out. In coastal or heavily polluted sites, we can swap in alternative fasteners and gasket materials without re-engineering the whole unit. The standard output is a simple pulse signal: one closure per tip, which any datalogger can count. For users who need Modbus, SDI-12, or 4–20 mA integration, the electronics module can be configured at the factory instead of forcing external signal converters. The gauge ships with a factory calibration certificate and a mounting bracket that fits either a pole or a flat surface. In terms of installation, the leveling screws and bubble indicator are deliberately oversized so you don’t need a separate leveling plate in most setups. Technicians who maintain these in the field often point out that the tipping mechanism is accessible by removing just four bolts, so cleaning and inspection can happen without moving the whole mast. Because Kingmach is a manufacturer, not a reseller, we can adapt the gauge to site requirements: extended funnels for snow, heating elements for freezing conditions, or specific output protocols for integration with existing monitoring networks. Lead times for standard configurations are typically short, and technical support covers everything from wiring diagrams to site selection advice.