EcoSentec Ultrasonic Weather Station Series – Product Comparison and Selection Guide

In today’s fast-evolving climate and urban environments, accurate and continuous weather monitoring is more critical than ever. Ultrasonic weather stations offer a modern, maintenance-free alternative to traditional mechanical instruments by using sound waves to measure wind speed, wind direction, and other atmospheric conditions with high precision and reliability.

At EcoSentec, we specialize in compact, all-in-one ultrasonic weather stations designed to meet the needs of industries ranging from agriculture and smart cities to transportation, renewable energy, and research.

This article introduces our ultrasonic weather station product line and compares three key models—ES-W6000, ES-W9000, and ES-W9600—to help users choose the right solution for their application.

🌟 Why Choose Ultrasonic Weather Stations?

Unlike traditional sensors, ultrasonic weather stations have no moving parts, making them:

More durable in harsh environments
More accurate in measuring instantaneous changes
Low-maintenance, requiring no calibration or lubrication
Compact and integrated, often combining multiple sensors in one unit

They are ideal for long-term outdoor deployment, data automation, and smart integration with environmental systems.

🔍 EcoSentec Ultrasonic Weather Station Series Comparison

Feature / Model	ES-W6000	ES-W9000	ES-W9600
Wind Speed	0–60 m/s ±2%, 0.01 m/s resolution	0–40 m/s ±5%, 0.1 m/s resolution	0–70 m/s ±3%, 0.1 m/s resolution
Wind Direction	0–359° ±3°, 1° resolution	Same	Same
Temperature	-40 – +80°C, ±0.5°C	Same	Same
Humidity	0–100%, ±5%	Same	Same
Barometric Pressure	150–1100 hPa ±1 hPa, 0.1 hPa	300–1100 hPa ±1 hPa, 0.1 hPa	300–1100 hPa ±1 hPa, 0.1 hPa
Rainfall	0–200 mm/h ±10% , 0.01 mm resolution	±5% (≤5 m/s), 0.01 mm resolution	*0–100 mm/h ±5%, 0.01 mm resolution
Illuminance	*0–200,000 Lux ±4%	*Same	*Same
Solar Radiation	*0–1750 W/m² ±5%	*Same	*Same
UV Radiation	*(100–200K) μW/cm² ±10%	*Same	*Same
PM2.5 / PM10	*0–1000 μg/m³ ±10%	*Same	*Same
Visibility	*10–10,000 m	*20–10,000 m ±15%, 1 m resolution	*Same
Altitude	*-500 to 9000 m ±5%, 1 m resolution	*Same	*-500 to 9000 m ±5%, 1 m resolution
Noise	*30–130 dB ±3 dB, 1 dB resolution	✘	*30–130 dB ±1.5 dB, 0.1 dB resolution

*Optional features available based on customer request.

EcoSentec Ultrasonic Weather Station Series Installation Options

🧩 Key Model Highlights

✅ ES-W6000 – Essential Weather Monitoring

A compact model covering all core meteorological elements—ideal for routine monitoring and integration with smart agriculture or basic station systems.

Use Cases:

Smart farming
Campus or educational weather stations
Entry-level municipal monitoring

✅ ES-W9000 – Standard Model with Enhanced Accuracy

Improves upon the ES-W6000 with higher sensor accuracy and additional optional parameters like rainfall precision, visibility, and solar metrics.

Use Cases:

Smart cities
Road traffic and transport management
Environmental regulation stations

✅ ES-W9600 – Advanced All-in-One Solution

Fully integrates environmental, meteorological, and noise monitoring capabilities with the highest range of supported parameters, including altitude and noise.

Use Cases:

Meteorological research
Renewable energy fields (e.g., solar/wind farms)
Airport and transportation hubs
Urban air quality and noise regulation

🚗🌤️ Portable and Mobile Weather Monitoring Solutions

In addition to fixed-installation weather stations, EcoSentec also offers portable solutions for dynamic and on-the-go weather monitoring. The Handheld Weather Station is a compact, battery-powered device ideal for field inspections, emergency response, and mobile data collection. Meanwhile, the Vehicle-Mounted Ultrasonic Weather Station is designed for real-time weather monitoring while in motion, making it a perfect fit for patrol vehicles, road weather assessments, and smart transportation systems. Both models feature fast deployment, high accuracy, and seamless data integration, extending the flexibility and reach of EcoSentec’s meteorological solutions.