Boltek - Model ERL10-KIT2 -Dual Sensor Lightning Detection Package Module
Our best lightning detection package. Dual lightning sensors provide almost complete protection against false lightning alerts. Three programmable alert level relay output module kit designed for use with the EFM-100 and the LD-250 for high accuracy short range detection, along with coincidence mode for virtually eliminating all false alerts. This kit includes the ERL-10, EFM-100 and LD-250 pre-wired in a waterproof enclosure. Status monitor display software is also provided.
- Coincidence Mode virtually eliminates all false alerts
- Pre-wired connector plugs into optional Alert Cabinet
- 1, 2 or 3 alert levels (Red, Red/Yellow, Red/Orange/Yellow)
- All Clear output (Green)
- Fully configurable alert distances, durations and high electric field levels
- 20 miles / 32 km range, extendable up to 40 miles/64km
- High electric field alert warns of conditions where first strike is more likely to occur
- Fault output indicates status of the system
- Status Monitor software shows current alert state and minutes:seconds until All Clear
- USB port for configuration and/or Status Monitor software
- Optional fiber optic connection between sensor and ERL-10 for remote mounted EFM-100 sensor
Operation
The ERL-10 receives data from the EFM-100 Electric Field Mill short-range sensor (
When the ERL-10 is first turned on, it enters Survey Mode where it looks for lightning. After several minutes without lightning (configurable but typically 10-20 minutes) the system enters the All Clear state. The green All Clear light on the ERL-10 illuminates and the All Clear relay output activates.
Dual Sensor Coincidence Mode
With Coincidence Mode enabled, a lightning strike must be detected by both the EFM-100 and the LD-250 in order for an alert to activate. This virtually eliminates false alerts that could be caused by persons, animals, insects, etc. near the EFM-100 sensor. Coincidence Mode is only applicable within the range of the EFM-100 (0-20miles/0-32km).
Status Monitor
The ERL-10 Status Monitor software (included) allows the system status and countdown timers to be displayed. Countdown timers clearly indicate the number of minutes until All Clear. Alert activations are timestamped and logged to disk. Graphical log file viewing software is also included.