Kestrel · Weather Meter · LiNK
Kestrel 5500 Weather Meter with LiNK – Weather Meter | Desert Tan
14 weather parameters. Wind direction & crosswind. ±3 % wind accuracy. IP67 · MIL-STD-810G · 102 g. Desert Tan.
The complete weather station in your hand – in Desert Tan
The Kestrel 5500 Weather Meter with LiNK packs 14 weather parameters into a rugged 102 g handheld device: wind speed, wind direction, temperature, relative humidity, barometric pressure, altitude, density altitude, wind chill, heat index, dew point, wet bulb temperature, crosswind, headwind/tailwind and station pressure. The integrated digital compass provides true wind direction from 0 to 360° – the key differentiator that sets the 5500 apart from simpler Kestrel models. With Bluetooth LiNK it pairs seamlessly with the Kestrel LiNK App (iOS & Android) for live data streaming, logging and export.
Digital Compass · Wind Direction
True wind direction – 0–360° with crosswind and headwind/tailwind
The integrated digital compass (±5°) transforms the Kestrel 5500 from a simple weather meter into a full wind analysis station. It measures true wind direction in degrees and cardinal points, then automatically calculates crosswind and headwind/tailwind components – invaluable for agriculture, event planning, long-range shooting and HAZ-MAT response. An optional Kestrel Vane Mount turns the 5500 into a stationary weather station that continuously tracks wind direction without manual alignment.
Professional-grade weather measurement – 14 parameters in real time
The integrated impeller measures wind speeds from 0.6 to 40.0 m/s with ±3 % accuracy; the field-replaceable design allows exchange without special tools. The patented externally isolated temperature sensor minimises body heat influence and delivers ±0.5 °C accuracy. Additional measurements: relative humidity (±2 % RH, drift <±1 % RH/year), barometric pressure (700–1,100 hPa), altitude and density altitude. Derived values include wind chill, dew point, wet bulb temperature, heat index, crosswind and head/tail wind. Over 10,000 data points storable – interval adjustable from 2 seconds to 12 hours.
LiNK wireless connectivity – live data on your smartphone
Via Bluetooth Low Energy (BLE), the Kestrel 5500 connects to the free Kestrel LiNK App on iOS and Android. The app displays real-time measurements, manages data logs and allows CSV/PDF export for documentation and reporting. The typical wireless range is approximately 30 m (100 ft). LiNK also enables firmware updates and unit customisation directly from the smartphone – making the 5500 a future-proof investment for professional weather monitoring.
Key features – Kestrel 5500 Weather Meter with LiNK
- 🌬️ Wind measurement 0.6–40.0 m/s · accuracy ±3 % · field-replaceable impeller
- 🧭 Digital compass 0–360° · ±5° · wind direction, crosswind, headwind/tailwind
- 🌡️ Patented external temperature sensor ±0.5 °C · humidity ±2 % RH
- 📊 14 weather parameters measured and derived in real time
- 📡 Bluetooth LiNK (BLE) · Kestrel LiNK App (iOS & Android)
- 💧 IP67 (1 m / 30 min) · MIL-STD-810G · operating range −10 °C to +55 °C
- 🔴 Dual backlight: white and NV-safe red for night vision devices
- 📈 >10,000 data points storable · interval 2 s to 12 h
- 🔋 Up to 400 h runtime with 1× AA lithium battery · no charging required
- ⚖️ 102 g · 127×45×28 mm · polymer housing · colour Desert Tan
Who is the Kestrel 5500 Weather Meter with LiNK for?
The Kestrel 5500 is the weather meter of choice for professionals who need wind direction alongside comprehensive environmental data – in a pocket-sized, military-tough package. Whether you are monitoring microclimates on the farm, managing outdoor events, collecting field data for research or providing weather intelligence for tactical operations, the 5500 delivers reliable, real-time measurements wherever the job takes you.
Technical Specifications – Kestrel 5500 Weather Meter with LiNK | Desert Tan
| Model | Kestrel 5500 Weather Meter with LiNK |
|---|---|
| Colour | Desert Tan |
| Wind Measurement | |
| Range | 0.6–40.0 m/s (1.3–89.5 mph / 2.2–144.0 km/h / 1.2–77.8 kn) |
| Accuracy | Greater of: ±3 % of reading, least significant digit or 20 ft/min |
| Resolution | 0.1 m/s / 0.1 mph / 0.1 km/h / 0.1 kn |
| Derived wind values | Current, average, maximum · crosswind · head/tail wind component |
| Impeller | Integrated, field-replaceable, factory calibrated |
| Temperature Sensor | |
| Range | −29 to +70 °C (−20 to +158 °F) |
| Accuracy | ±0.5 °C (±0.9 °F) |
| Resolution | 0.1 °C / 0.1 °F |
| Special feature | Patented external sensor – thermally isolated from housing |
| Relative Humidity | |
| Range | 10–90 % RH (at 25 °C, non-condensing) |
| Accuracy | ±2 % RH · drift < ±1 % RH/year |
| Barometric Pressure / Altitude | |
| Range | 700–1,100 hPa (20.67–32.48 inHg) |
| Accuracy | ±1.5 hPa |
| Altitude accuracy | typ. 7.2 m (750–1,100 hPa) / max. 14.7 m (300–750 hPa) |
| Derived Measurements | |
| Calculated values | Wind chill · dew point · wet bulb temperature · heat index · density altitude · crosswind · head/tail wind · station pressure |
| Digital Compass | |
| Range / Accuracy | 0–360° · ±5° |
| Wind direction | Degrees & cardinal points · crosswind & head/tail wind calculation |
| Display | |
| Type | LCD dot-matrix, monochrome, high-contrast, sunlight-readable |
| Backlight | White & red (NV-safe), switchable |
| Bluetooth & Data Logging | |
| Bluetooth | Bluetooth Low Energy (BLE – LiNK) · range approx. 30 m (100 ft) |
| Data storage | >10,000 data points · interval 2 s to 12 h |
| Battery | |
| Type | 1× AA (lithium recommended, included) |
| Runtime | up to 400 h |
| Durability | |
| Protection rating | IP67 (1 m / 30 min) · NEMA-6 |
| Shock resistance | MIL-STD-810G (Transit Shock, Proc. IV) |
| Operating temperature | −10 to +55 °C (+14 to +131 °F) |
| Dimensions | 127×45×28 mm (5.0×1.8×1.1 in) |
| Weight | 102 g incl. battery (3.6 oz) |
| Origin | USA (Berry Amendment) |
| Warranty | 5 years (Kestrel) |
Box contents – Kestrel 5500 Weather Meter with LiNK | Desert Tan
- 🌬️ Kestrel 5500 Weather Meter with LiNK weather meter (Desert Tan)
- 🔋 AA lithium battery (pre-installed)
- 🧵 Neck lanyard
- 🎒 Protective drawstring pouch (nylon)
- 📖 Quick start guide (printed)
- 📋 Certificate of conformity
Frequently Asked Questions – Kestrel 5500 Weather Meter LiNK
Find answers about the Kestrel 5500 Weather Meter LiNK – from its 14 measurement parameters and Bluetooth connectivity to battery care and Swiss shipping.
