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GMI 20
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Garmin
gWind Wired
A mast-mounted, wired wind transducer measuring wind speed from 0.8 to 90 knots, with a 25 meter cable and IPX6 water resistance.
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- Garmin
- Category
- Marine
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Technical
Specifications
| Dimensions when mounted (H×L) | 345 mm (13.58 in.) × 610 mm (24 in.) |
|---|---|
| Weight | 260 g (9.17 oz.) |
| Cable length | 25 m (82 ft.) |
| Operating temperature | From -15° to 70°C (5° to 158°F) |
| Storage temperature | From -20° to 80°C (-4° to 176°F) |
| Water resistance rating | IEC 60529 IPX-6 (protected against heavy seas) |
| Power usage (wind transducer) | 0.33 W |
| Power usage (wind transducer and GND 10) | 0.85 W |
| Typical current draw at 12 VDC (wind transducer) | 28 mA |
| Typical current draw at 12 VDC (wind transducer and GND 10) | 71 mA |
| Wind speed range | From 0.8 to 90 knots (From 0.4 to 50 m/s) |
Overview
About this product
The gWind Wired is a mast-mounted wind transducer that measures wind speed from 0.8 to 90 knots (0.4 to 50 m/s), connected via a 25 meter cable to the boat's NMEA network. It weighs 260 g when mounted, is IPX6 rated against heavy seas, and operates from minus 15 to 70 degrees C. Power draw is low, at 0.33 W for the transducer alone or 0.85 W when paired with a Garmin GND 10 sensor, drawing a typical 28 mA or 71 mA respectively at 12 Vdc.
Questions
Frequently asked questions
What wind speed range can the gWind Wired transducer measure?
It measures wind speeds from 0.8 to 90 knots (0.4 to 50 m/s).
How long is the gWind Wired cable?
The cable is 25 m (82 ft.) long.
Is the gWind Wired transducer waterproof?
Yes, it carries an IEC 60529 IPX-6 rating, protected against heavy seas.
How much power does the gWind Wired transducer draw?
The wind transducer alone uses 0.33 W (28 mA at 12 VDC); paired with a GND 10 it draws 0.85 W (71 mA at 12 VDC).
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