The Kestrel 1000 is our most basic meter. If all you need is wind measurements, this our least expensive meter. Every meter we sell has the wind features of the Kestrel 1000. The hard slide-on case makes it durable to throw in your gear bag with no worries.
For nearly 20 years on the portable weather meter market, the Kestrel 1000 is still one of the most reliable handheld weather meters.
The Kestrel 2000 Pocket Weather Meter is the most basic temperature and wind meter in the Kestrel collection, combining a user-friendly interface with highly accurate atmospheric data readings.
Targeted toward outdoor enthusiasts, this meter has our patented external sensor, it can read the temperature of air, water or snow. Taking into account wind chill, its ideal for choosing your wetsuit or insulation on your day outside.
Similar to the Kestrel 2000 but adds in a pressure sensor for altitude and barometric pressure. A three-hour pressure trend indicator (an arrow on the screen showing the trend) helps you predict fish and wildlife activity and know when the weather’s going to turn nasty.
Kestrel makes very advanced meters, like the 4500 and now Ballistic specific models for shooters, snipers, and hunters. The 2500 is a very common one we sell for shooters as a less expensive option with really, all the main features a marksman would need.
Measures:
Current Wind Speed
Maximum Wind Gust
Average Wind Speed
Air, Water & Snow Temperature
Wind Chill
Barometric Pressure
Altitude
Real-time clock
Pricing and ordering information
SKU: KES-0825
SKU: KES-0825NV Kestrel 2500 with Night Vision (back light)
Targeted toward and practically required for wild land firefighters in both fighting fires and controlled burn situations. This Kestrel 3000 model was a principle factor that changed firefighting equipment standards from the previous standard, the belt weather kit. It cut the weight of dated weather packs, confusion, and time, to this minimalist approach that was revolutionary in firefighting, where users live literally depend on the accurate weather data their Kestrel 3000 provides.
NK was the first to provide accurate relative humidity (RH) measurements from a hand-held weather meter, and the Kestrel 3000 features two patents on its humidity measuring sensors.
From the Kestrel 3000’s accurate relative humidity readings, it also calculates the dew point and heat stress index —important information to know when working or playing outdoors in hot and humid conditions.
The Kestrel 3500 is the most powerful of the Kestrel 3000 series, measuring temperature, wind speeds, barometric phenomena and pressure trends for up to 3 hours or even longer if needed. The Kestrel 3500 is perfect for the user who needs important weather data, but who doesn’t require the ability to store the numbers for review at a later time. The Kestrel 3500 handheld meter was designed with the same simplicity of the Kestrel 1000 in mind, but with the ability to do much more advanced tasks included in its design.
The Kestrel 3500 NV, with night-vision preserving backlight, was launched in 2005 in response to military personnel and pilot’s requests for a handheld meter that would help them to sustain natural night vision when using it. The Kestrel 3500 NV’s backlight are much dimmer than the lights found in most electronic devices, making it difficult to see with the naked eye during nighttime operations. The backlight uses an optical filter to reduce brightness and minimize the blue and green spectrum light. By utilizing this type of backlight technology, the Kestrel 3500 NV is the best choice for preserving night vision.
Measures:
Barometric pressure
Altitude
Relative humidity
Heat stress index
Dewpoint
Wet bulb temperature
Wind chill
Air, water, and snow
Current wind speed
Average wind speed
Maximum wind gust
Real-time clock
Pricing and ordering information
SKU: KES-0835
SKU: KES-0835NV Kestrel 3500 with Night Vision (back light)
The Kestrel 3500 DT was designed specifically to meet the needs of agricultural professionals who require accurate, fast Delta T readings. While the Kestrel 3500 DT has many features, it is the only meter to provide the Delta T measurement, and it was designed specifically with farmers in mind.
The Kestrel 5000 Environmental Meter is a remarkably powerful measuring and data logging tool, yet remarkably compact. The Kestrel 5000 provides the same trusted accuracy, reliability, and usability as the original Kestrel 4000. Use it for research, safety, expeditions, agriculture and any other profession or activity where accurate on-the-spot conditions monitoring is key.
The new Kestrel 5000 Series platform adds many new features and options. If you’re familiar with the Kestrel 4500, the first thing you’ll notice is the larger, higher-resolution and contrast display and improved font readability. The Kestrel 5 series also includes a built-in dual colour backlight, extra-strong polycarbonate lens and AA battery operation and offers optional LiNK iOS and Android wireless connectivity and app support. Like all Kestrel meters, the Kestrel 5000 is drop-proof, dust-proof, waterproof and able to withstand harsh environments without damage – so it can travel with you anywhere you dare to go. A range of carry pouch options makes it even easier to take your Kestrel meter with you.
In addition to measuring the current environmental conditions, the Kestrel 5000 tracks and logs over 10,000 sets of time-stamped data. Your data log can be transferred to a mobile device wirelessly, or to a PC/MAC with either the optional Kestrel LiNK Dongle or waterproof USB Data Transfer Cable.
Measures
Wind Speed
Temperature
Clock
Date
Wind Chill
Altitude
Density Altitude
Baro Pressure
Relative Humidity
Heat Stress Index
Dewpoint Temp
Wet Bulb Temp
Delta T
Station Pressure
Pricing and ordering information
SKU: KES-0850BLK – Kestrel 5000
SKU: KES-0850LBLK – Kestrel 5000 with LiNK
The Kestrel 5100 Pocket Weather Meter is Kestrel’s racing pit meter. Kestrel has been trusted for years for last minute tuning decisions. Get readings where it counts, on the track, not the trailer. With the new LINK technology, you can get readings right to your smartphone up to 100 feet away!
Measures
Wind Speed
Backlit Display
Temperature
Clock
Date
Wind Chill
Altitude
Density Altitude
Baro Pressure
Relative Humidity
Heat Stress Index
Dewpoint Temp
Wet Bulb Temp
Station Pressure
Moisture Content
Air Density
Relative Air Density
Pricing and ordering information
SKU: KES-0851RED – Kestrel 5100 Racing Weather Meter
SKU: KES-0851LRED – Kestrel 5100 Racing Weather Meter with LiNK
The Kestrel 5200 provides the same trusted accuracy, reliability, and usability as the original Kestrel 4200 and 4300. With its complete suite of environmental measurements plus special features designed to aid HVAC technicians, construction and agriculture professionals, the Kestrel 5200 outperforms the competition as the most compact and complete environmental meter and data logger for all professional uses.
The Kestrel 5200 offers advanced calculators and readings that are unique in the portable meter market and are designed to make your job easier. In addition to measuring current environmental conditions, the Kestrel 5200 tracks and logs over 10,000 sets of time-stamped data. Your data log can be transferred to a mobile device wirelessly with the LiNK wireless communication option and Kestrel LiNK app, or to a PC/MAC with either the accessory Kestrel LiNK Dongle or waterproof(available separately).
Measures
Air Density
Air Flow
Air Velocity
Altitude
Barometric Pressure
Density Altitude
Delta T
Dew Point Temperature
Evaporation Rate
Heat Stress Index
Humidity Ratio (Grains)
Relative Air Density
Relative Humidity
Station Pressure (Absolute Pressure)
Temperature
Wet Bulb Temperature (Psychrometric)
Wind Chill
Pricing and ordering information
SKU: KES-0852HVG – Kestrel 5200
SKU: KES-0852LHVG – Kestrel 5200 with LiNK
The Kestrel 5400 Cattle Heat Stress Tracker offers micro-climate measurement and monitoring at the pen or yard location. Contains a built-in Globe Temperature sensor and complete cattle-specific calculations. Measure THI and HLI and track AHLU based on easy-to-input herd and pen parameters. Perform spot checks or mount in place with the included vane mount accessory to track AHLU for months. LiNK capability allows remote access to current and logged data from your iOS or Android mobile device. Mount a mobile data equipped tablet nearby to send mobile alerts even when you’re not on-site. Designed by Kestrel with input from some of the world’s most respected experts in cattle heat stress, the Kestrel 5400 Cattle Heat Stress Tracker is designed to help you MEASURE and MANAGE your herd’s heat stress, ensuring you MAXIMIZE your bottom line.
The Kestrel 5400 Fire Weather Pro WBGT is an all in one heat safety meter and weather station. Lightweight, waterless, and easy to use, the unit offers quick set-up with the included vane mount to become a complete weather station capable of logging weather conditions and critical heat safety information. The Kestrel 5400FW also provides WBGT monitoring for training exercises, helping to prevent personnel injury or fatalities from heat exposure. With the use of LiNK wireless connectivity, the Fire Weather Pro WBGT with LiNK seamlessly sends current and logged weather conditions and heat safety alerts directly to your mobile device, keeping you and your crew informed, prepared and safe. Works with iPhone/iPad and Android/Tablets.
Measures
PIG Screen (Probability of Ignition)
FDFM Screen (Fine Dead Fuel Moisture)
Wet Bulb Globe Temperature (“WBGT”)
Thermal Work Limit (“TWL”)
Waterless! Natural Wet Bulb Temperature accurately calculated from on-board digital sensors with no tedious setup or maintenance.
Large, hi-res, hi-contrast, graphic display is perfectly readable in the brightest sunlight and is backlit for use in low-light conditions.
Globe Temperature
Naturally Aspirated Wet Bulb Temperature
Wind Speed (Current, Average, & Maximum)
Altitude
Pressure trend
Barometric pressure
Relative humidity in %
Accuracy: +/- 2%RH
Sensors: 10 to 90% 25°C non-condensing
Calibration Drift: Typically less than +/- 0.25% per year!
Heat stress index
Dewpoint
Wet bulb temperature
Density altitude
Wind chill
Air, water, and snow temperature °F or °C
Waterproof and floats
Time and date
Easy- to-read backlit display
Data Logger (automatic and manual)
Customizable data storage – 2900 data points
Humidity sensor can be calibrated in the field with our Relative Humidity Calibration Kit.
Customize screens to display user-selected measurements
Graph and recall trends
User-replaceable impeller
Data charting
Upload to a computer (with optional interface)
Meets MIL-STD-810F 516.5 Procedure IV Transit Shock test – 20 drops from 5 ft. IP-67 sealed to exclude dust and water at 3 ft. submersion
Five languages (English, French, Spanish, German, and Italian)
US Patent Nos. 5,783,753 and 5,939,645 and 6,257,074
As for weather reading features, they will be the same. You won’t get a ‘better’ temperature reading, wind reading, etc, or even more readings than available on the 4400/4600… still the same quality USA made meter backed by a 5 year warranty. That being said there are some pretty outstanding updates.
The Kestrel 5400 is revolutionary in size, cost and capability for those in need of measuring Heat Stress. Available with or without LiNK (Bluetooth) and / or a compass.
Along with having a Wet Bulb Global Temperature reading, the Kestrel 5400 displays thermal work limit (“TWL”), another recognized composite heat stress prediction tool. For both WBGT and TWL, the Kestrel 5400 provides on-screen alarms when conditions enter the caution and danger zones, providing clear and immediate guidance that heat illness prevention steps must be taken. Clothing levels can also be customized, making the Kestrel 4400 particularly useful in activities requiring heavy protective gear which worsens heat stress. The Kestrel 5400 also displays natural wet bulb temperature, and black globe temperature.
Measures:
Wet Bulb Globe Temperature (“WBGT”)
Thermal Work Limit (“TWL”)
Waterless! Natural Wet Bulb Temperature accurately calculated from on-board digital sensors with no tedious setup or maintenance.
Large, hi-res, hi-contrast, graphic display is perfectly readable in the brightest sunlight and is backlit for use in low-light conditions.
Globe Temperature
Naturally Aspirated Wet Bulb Temperature
Wind Speed (Current, Average, & Maximum)
Altitude
Pressure trend
Barometric pressure
Relative humidity in %
Heat stress index
Dewpoint
Wet bulb temperature
Density altitude
Wind chill
Air, water, and snow temperature °F or °C
Waterproof and floats
Time and date
Pricing and ordering information
SKU: KES-0854ORA – Standard
SKU: KES-0854VORA – With vane mount
SKU: KES-0854LVCORA – With vane mount, digital compass, & LiNK
You’ll get all the features and benefits of the lightweight waterless 5500 Meter with a few added benefits for $10 more.
* PIG Screen (Probability of Ignition)
* FDFM Screen (Fine Dead Fuel Moisture)
Advantage over the Kestrel 3000 & Kestrel 3500FW models: You won’t need to calibrate this meter! Kestrel AU will stand by this and other 5000 series models to hold calibration within drift for 5 years. Kestrel AU will repair, recalibrate or replace any defective product within the warranty period. “Defective” includes measurements outside of our accuracy spec plus stated drift.
Measures
The Kestrel Meter 5500FW Heat Stress Meter measures/features
PIG Screen (Probability of Ignition)
FDFM Screen (Fine Dead Fuel Moisture)
Waterless! Natural Wet Bulb Temperature accurately calculated from on-board digital sensors with no tedious setup or maintenance.
Large, hi-res, hi-contrast, graphic display is perfectly readable in the brightest sunlight and is backlit for use in low-light conditions.
Globe Temperature
Naturally Aspirated Wet Bulb Temperature
Wind Speed (Current, Average, & Maximum)
Altitude
Pressure trend
Barometric pressure
Relative humidity in %
Accuracy: +/- 2%RH
Sensors: 10 to 90% 25°C non-condensing
Calibration Drift: Typically less than +/- 0.25% per year!
Heat stress index
Dewpoint
Wet bulb temperature
Density altitude
Wind chill
Air, water, and snow temperature °F or °C
Waterproof and floats
Time and date
Pricing and ordering information
SKU: KES-0855FWORA – Kestrel 5500 Fire Meter Pro
SKU: KES-0855FWLVORA – Kestrel 5500 Fire Meter Pro with LiNK
This Kestrel meter does it all. The Kestrel 5500 provides the same trusted accuracy, reliability, and usability as the original Kestrel 4500. Measure every environmental condition plus wind direction, crosswind and headwind/tailwind. Use it golfing, sailing, flying, spraying, shooting and more. Drop-proof, dust-proof, waterproof and able to withstand extreme environments without damage, your Kestrel weather meter travels with you anywhere you dare to go. A range of carry pouch options makes it even easier to take your Kestrel meter with you.
In addition to measuring the current environmental conditions, the Kestrel 5500 tracks and logs over 10,000 sets of time-stamped data. Your data log can be transferred to a mobile device wirelessly with the LiNK wireless communication option and Kestrel LiNK app, or to a PC/MAC with either the accessory Kestrel LiNK Dongle or waterproof USB Data Transfer Cable (available separately).
The true versatility of the Kestrel 5500 becomes apparent with the addition of the Kestrel Vane Mount. This precision-engineered accessory securely mounts the Kestrel 5500 to any tripod or other ¼-20 fitted bracket. Once mounted, the Kestrel 5500 becomes a full-featured weather station – with a large wind vane and precision pivot keeping the Kestrel oriented into the wind for continuous measurement and logging of wind speed, wind direction, and all other key weather parameters.
The Kestrel LiNK app also displays the Kestrel’s real-time readings on a vivid, customizable dashboard – providing a remote display that functions up to 200’ away (line of sight). The ENTIRE Kestrel 5500 + Vane Mount kit weighs just 10.5 ounces / 295 grams, and packs into the included padded belt carry pouch that is just 2.5 x 3 x 8.5 inches / 6.5 x 7.5 x 22 cm. Providing hundreds of hours of accurate measurements, the Kestrel 5500 is truly the world’s most compact weather station. The Rotating Vane Mount is included with the 5500 with LiNK, or available for purchase separately. It works with any Kestrel 5 Series meter.
Measures
Wind Speed
Temperature
Clock Date
Wind Chill
Altitude
Density Altitude
Baro Pressure
Relative Humidity
Heat Stress Index
Dewpoint Temp
Wet Bulb Temp
Station Pressure
Wind Direction
Cross Wind
Head / Tail Wind
Pricing and ordering information
SKU: KES-0855YEL – Kestrel 5500 Weather Meter
SKU: KES-0855LVYEL – Kestrel 5500 Weather Meter with vane mount and LiNK
Kestrel DROPs are small, rugged, and accurate environmental data loggers. The Kestrel Drop targets many markets including Transportation, Agriculture, Firefighting, Facilities Management, Medical, Pharmaceutical, Grain Silo temperature monitoring, Consumer and others.
With made in the USA quality standards and durability from NK, manufactures of Kestrel Meters, the applications are endless. From measuring environmental data during cargo transport to conditions in the field for military training to feeling secure about the climate conditions in any room, shipped box, cargo, trailer, freight container, to as simple as a room in your home or office building, you are able to measure all of these conditions even when you’re physically not there. For increased ease of use, check out these accessories specifically designed for hanging your DROP data logger.
Built to Kestrel’s brand-specific rugged durability standard, the Kestrel DROPs are waterproof (IP67 standard) and drop-tested to MIL-STD-810G. Users are also able to set threshold alarms where an in-app pop-up will notify a user in a range that certain measurement criteria have been met.
Measures:
View, chart, record and monitor your environmental conditions
Real-time, Wireless, Graphing functionality
A range of over 30 meters for iPhone connection.
Access real-time or chart the data via Bluetooth Low Energy (BLE) on your smart device
Works with iPhone, iPod or iPad (generation compatible)
Download the Kestrel Connect App directly from the iTunes App store.
Share real-time / logged data with Kestrel Connect app via email, text, and social media.
Battery life of 6 months – 1 year depending on user settings and logging.
