Awning Rain Sensor
Protect your awning by installing a wind sensor that automatically retracts it when the wind picks up.
Awning rain sensor. The wind sensor will automatically retract during heavy rain too. An example of the automated awning rain sensor wiring for the automatic and manual control of the shade. More buying choices 52 00 3 used new offers somfy eolis rts wind sensor 24v 9012499 4 0 out of 5 stars 3. A rain sensor is used to detect the rain.
Adjusting the angle or pitch so water can t pool decreases that weight and prevents the fabric from stretching and sagging. An awning is a big investment and you don t want to risk it getting damaged during a period of particularly high winds. A rain sensor automatically retracts the awning when it begins to rain which prevents pooling. They allow the awning to be tilted if desired.
Heavy rain can also cause damage to an rv awning. The sensor also keeps track of wind force and will automatically retract your awning if the day is getting too windy so you can put your mind at ease. They fit dometic a e and carefree power awning systems. In this informative rv 101 video mark polk with rv education demonstrates the features and benefits of the weatherpro awnings by dometic.
Another way the rain sensor can be used is when enough pitch is available on the awning. With wind sensor t. Properly installed they apply no pressure nor tension to the camper wall. Aleko awss wind sun sensor for retractable patio awning 110v ac.
If the weather report says there will be rain or wind later in the day think twice about putting the awning out. Automated awning shade rain sensor wiring. Free shipping by amazon. The wires on the sensor can be reversed so that the awning extends when it begins to rain.
Get it as soon as fri sep 18. Rain and rain water pooling will add weight to the canopy and can damage the awning. The cable to the outdoor rain sensor needs a minimum of 3 wires to work. The ondeis wirefree rts rain and sun sensor retracts when rainfall or lack of sunlight exceeds user selected thresholds.
This is used when one wants to keep furniture dry for example. However common sense is still needed. Adding a rain sensor to a motorized awning will automatically close the cover if it rains which will protect your investment too. They protect their awnings from wind and rain damage.
It can be used for all of our retractable shading products but only in combination with a wind sensor eolis 3d for awnings or the eolis 24v kit for pergola covers shutters solar screens. A switch can be wired for manual or automatic control of the motorised awning shade.