The toughest, high accuracy compact wind sensors
Gill is known for high accuracy, research grade ultrasonic wind measurement.
This measurement expertise has been applied to WindUltra and combined with Gill’s most robust and compact design.
Aggressively tested* to IP69k, WindUltra outperforms similar products.
WindUltra is designed for use in a wide range of harsh applications.
* including wind blown dust & sand, pressurised water, hammer impact, shock & vibration and altitude testing.
Environmental protection to IP69k
Extremely tough, durable & submersible
Integral heating + low power demand
Operational to -40°C with low power consumption
Easy to install and configure
Innovative rapid mounting and alignment features
Environmental protection to IP69k
Extremely tough, durable & submersible
Integral heating + low power demand
Operational to -40°C with low power consumption
Easy to install and configure
Innovative rapid mounting and alignment features
Why WindUltra Outperforms in Extreme Environments
| What Matters Most | Typical Ultrasonic Wind Sensor | WindUltra |
|---|---|---|
| Wind speed range | Commonly up to 40-60 m/s | Accurate measurement up to 75 m/s for extreme wind environments |
| Operating temperature | Typically -20°C to +60°C | Full performance from -40°C to +70°C |
| Cold-weather reliability | May require optional heating or reduced performance in icing conditions | Integrated heating option maintains accuracy in freezing and icing conditions |
| Ingress protection | Common IP65-IP67 | IP69K dust, water jet and impact protection with additional IP66/IP68 robustness |
| Weight & mounting | Wider variation; often bulkier housings | Ultra-compact, low-profile, lightweight (~270g) for easy installation in tight or mobile settings |
| Maintenance | Solid-state but may still require periodic checks or cleaning | Zero moving parts, low maintenance, long operational life |
| Protocol flexibility | Often one or two outputs | Multiple outputs (RS-485, MODBUS, NMEA, SDI-12) standard |
| Application range | Suitable for general wind sensing | Purpose-built for extreme-environment monitoring including offshore, deserts, mountains, UAVs, smart infrastructure and industrial sites |
WindUltra also offers:
- High quality measurements up to 75m/s (270km/h)
- Small, lightweight design (sensor 150g, pole mount 120g)
- Reliable, accurate measurement with no moving parts
- Range of industry standard outputs including MODBUS
- Robust and accurate - ideal for use in wind generation applications (MEASNET certification optional)
Typical Applications
Extreme environments
Reliable operation in the most aggressive conditions including dust and sand.
Smart cities
High data accuracy is required at all times to report and manage local conditions.
Wind energy farms
Continuous wind measurement is essential for the operation and maintenance of offshore wind farms. (MEASNET certification optional).
Drones/UAVs/USVs
Unmanned vehicles need high performance in a compact, tough, low maintenance and low energy format.
Want to find out more?
WindUltra takes wind measurement to a new level of accuracy and robustness in a compact unit.
Building on the highly trusted performance of Gill’s market leading range of WindSonic 2-axis ultrasonic anemometers, WindUltra demonstrates superior performance in aggressive environments (IP69k), with innovative mounting options for superfast installation.