The EE260 probe is optimized for accurate and reliable relative humidity
(RH) and temperature (T) measurement in meteorology and demanding
outdoor applications.
Innovative, Compact Design
The design of the EE260 integrates a heated humidity sensing head and an
additional T sensing element into one single compact probe. The device is
thus compatible with rotation symmetric radiation shields.
Measurement Performance
The dual heating system prevents condensation on the RH sensing element,
on the probe head and on the lter cap, which leads to very short response
time and fast recovery after condensation. Furthermore, it enables precise
RH measurement even under continuously high humidity and condensing
conditions.
Versatility
Besides the measurement of RH and T, the EE260 calculates other humidity
related quantities like dew point temperature (Td), absolute humidity (dv) and
mixing ratio (r).
Reliability, IP67 Protection Class
The proprietary E+E coating protects the RH sensing element and its leads
against corrosive and electrically conductive pollution. The encapsulated
electronics are optimally protected against environmental inuences.
Analogue Outputs and Digital Interface
The EE260 features two freely congurable and scalable voltage outputs as
well as an RS485 interface with Modbus RTU protocol. The measured data is
available at the analogue and digital interfaces simultaneously.
User Congurable and Adjustable
An optional conguration adapter and the free EE-PCS Product Conguration Software facilitate the conguration and
adjustment of the EE260.
EE260 with radiation shield
Features
Measurands
» Relative humidity (RH)
» Temperature (T)
» Dew point temperature (Td)
» Frost point temperature (Tf)
» Wet bulb temperature (Tw)
» Water vapour partial pressure (e)
» Mixing ratio (r)
» Absolute humidity (dv)
» Specic enthalpy (h)
Electronics
» Fully encapsulated
» Two voltage outputs
» RS485 interface with
Modbus RTU protocol
» User congurable and adjustable
Enclosure
» IP67
» Flexible thermoplastic elastomer
» UV resistant and T stable
» M12x1 connector, 8 poles, stainless steel
RH and T sensing element
» Heated
» Protected by
- E+E proprietary coating
- PTFE membrane lter
on stainless steel body
Heated probe head
Unique probe design
with integrated T sensor
Inspection certicate
according DIN EN 10204-3.1
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Protective Sensor Coating
The E+E proprietary sensor coating is a hygroscopic layer applied to the sensing elements, their leads and soldering
points. The coating substantially extends sensor life-time and ensures optimal measurement performance in corrosive
environments (salts, o-shore applications). Additionally, it improves the long term stability of E+E sensors in dusty, dirty
or oily applications by preventing stray impedance caused by deposits on the active sensor surface or on the electrical
connections.
Technical Data
Measurands
Relative humidity
Measuring range 0…100 % RH
Sensing element E+E HMC01, heated
Response time t
Accuracy
1)
-15...40 °C
-15...40 °C (5…104 °F)for RH > 90 % ± 2.0 % RH
-25...60 °C
-40...-25 °C
Temperature
Measuring range -60...60 °C
Temperature sensor Pt100 1/3 DIN B
Accuracy
Outputs
2)
Analogue 0 - 1 V / 0 - 2.5 V / 0 - 5 V / 0 - 10 V
Freely selectable and scalable 0 < I
Digital interfaceRS485 (EE260 = 1 unit load)
Protocol Modbus RTU
Default settings Baud rate 9
General
Supply voltage 7 - 30 V DC
Power consumption, typ. 300 mW (25 mA @ 12 V DC, heating included)
Filter PTFE membrane, stainless steel body
Protection class IP67
Enclosure material Thermoplastic elastomer, UV resistant and T stable
Electromagnetic compatibility
Operating and -60...60 °C
storage conditions0...100 % RH (operation)
0...95 % RH non-condensing (storage)
1) The accuracy statement includes the uncertainty of the factory calibration with an enhancement factor k=2 (2-times standard deviation). The accuracy was calculated
in accordance with EA-4/02 and with regard to GUM (Guide to the Expression of Uncertainty in Measurement).
2) The EE260 simultaneously features two analogue voltage outputs and the RS485 interface.
3) Supported baud rates: 9 600, 19 200, 38 400, 57 600, 76 800 and 115 200; find more details about communication setting in the User Manual and the Modbus
Application Note at www.epluse.com/ee260
4) Compliance with EN61000-4-3 and EN 610004-6: Electromagnetic interferencees may cause additional deviations <2 % RH.
at 20 °C (68 °F) < 15 s
90
(incl. hysteresis, non-linearity and repeatability)
(5…104 °F) for RH ≤ 90 % ± (1.3 + 0.3 % *mv) % RH mv = measured value
(-13…140 °F)± (1.4 + 1 % *mv) % RH
(-40…-13 °F)± (1.5 + 1.5 % *mv) % RH
(-76...140 °F)
0.6
0.5
0.45
0.4
0.3
0.2
0.15
0.1
0
-60 -50-10-20-30-40100605020 30 40
Analogue output
4)
EN 61326-1 EN 61326-2-3
0.4
0.3
0.2
0.1
< 1 mA
L
(-76...140 °F)
0
-60 -50-10-20-30-40100605020 30 40
3)
600
, parity even, stop bits 1, slave ID 235
RS485 interface
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Dimensions
Values in mm (inch)
200
(7.9)
24 (0.94)
M12x1
12 (0.5)
116 (4.6)
136 (5.4)
74 (2.9)
Ordering Guide
0 - 1 VGA1
Output signal
1)
Output 1 measurand
Scaling 1 low
Scaling 1 high
Output 2 measurand
Software Configuration
Scaling 2 low
Scaling 2 high
1) Applies to both outputs
Measurand codeMAxx / MBxx
Temperature
Relative humidity[%]10
Water vapor partial pressure e
Dew point temperature Td
Wet bulb temperature Tw
0 - 2.5 VGA8
0 - 5 VGA2
0 - 10 Vno code
Relative humidity [% RH]no code
Other measurand (xx see measurand code below)MAxx
0no code
ValueSALvalue
100no code
ValueSAHvalue