Snow sensor controller with top mounted sensor / Moisture & temperature / Dual 30A on 240V
The ASE DS series of sensors and controllers provide a balance between price, sophistication, and control capabilities and capacities. Each unit is housed in a sturdy NEMA 3R enclosure rated for outdoor use. All internal electronic components are spec'ed for -40oC to +85oC operation. All line voltage units are ETL UL Standard 508/CSA C22.2 No. 14 Listed and European CE EMC directives have been achieved, opening the door for both domestic and overseas use.
All DS units operate by detecting environmental conditions through a base mounted temperature sensor and a heated precipitation sensor. When rain or snow land on the precipitation sensor the traces are bridged and a closure is detected. The heater then rapidly evaporates the moisture, clearing the sensor. The sensor for the DS-5C simply screws into the top of the controller enclosure. The DS-9C precipitation sensors are connected to a 10 foot cable and are intended for remote mounting, either on a feed boom for satellite antenna deicing or in a gutter or downspout for roof deicing.