Description
The Kestrel 1000-IS Intrinsically Safe Air Velocity Meter is a critical piece of equipment in underground mine ventilation operations. The 1000-IS is a light weight, reliable and suitably certified tool for monitoring air velocity in underground environments for managing and monitoring a safe environment for underground workers.
Model No: KAU-KES-1000-IS
Simple, reliable and safe measurement of airflow is critical in explosive atmospheres and gaseous underground environments. Tough, accurate and affordable, the Kestrel 1000-IS requires no setup – just hold it up to measure air velocity.
The Kestrel 1000-IS holds Certificate of Conformity for Explosion-protected Electrical Equipment (to Ex ia I IP55) issued by SIMTARS and has been a trusted device in the industry for many years. SIMTARS are a global leader in mining safety holding IECEX and ANZ-JAS certification. This certification ensures the device will not cause a spark in explosive atmospheres.
Features
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Protective cover with sure-grip over moulding
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Data hold function
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Large easy-to-read display
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Waterproof and floats
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Patented user-replaceable impeller
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Wide range of wind speeds and low start-up speed
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Reliable, portable, and easy to use
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Easy to operate
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Small in size and lightweight
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Drop tested to 4m
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IP67 rated enclosure
Measures
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Current Wind speed
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Maximum wind gust
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Average wind speed
Technical specifications
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Every Kestrel Meter features a large, impeller mounted on a sapphire jewel bearing, which means it starts rotating with the slightest puff of air 0.48km to be exact!
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If your application demands regular calibration, simply pop in a new impeller and the Kestrel air velocity meter is restored to like-new factory calibration standards.