Plastimo Windy Handheld Anemometer — Rugged, floating wind meter for marine and outdoor pros

The Plastimo Windy is a compact handheld anemometer designed for sailors, skippers, surveyors and outdoor enthusiasts who need fast, reliable wind readings at a glance. Its aerodynamic three-cup rotor measures wind from any direction, while the sealed housing is waterproof and floats for total peace of mind on deck. A crisp backlit display, instant, average and maximum wind functions, plus air temperature and wind chill make it a smart, go‑anywhere tool. Add its ergonomic one‑hand design and you have a professional instrument that’s easy to use, anywhere you work or play.

Key Benefits and Applications

• All-direction wind capture — The 3-cup rotor reads true wind from any angle, ideal on moving decks, exposed piers and open fields.
• Marine-grade reliability — Waterproof, floating construction resists spray, rain and accidental drops overboard, perfect for sailing schools, regattas and coastal operations.
• Decisions at a glance — Instant, average and peak wind help you size sails, plan launches or halt operations before conditions become unsafe.
• Day or night readability — Automatic backlighting keeps the display clear at dawn watch, in wheelhouses or under overcast skies.
• Comfort and safety insights — Built‑in temperature and wind chill guide clothing, crew welfare and cold‑weather risk assessments.
• Lightweight and pocket‑ready — Slim, ergonomic body is easy to carry aloft, on the foredeck or across work sites.
• Versatile use cases — From sailing and kitesurfing to drone launches, firefighting, environmental surveys and sports events, it delivers trusted measurements in seconds.

Featured technical specifications

• Wind speed range — 1.0 to 40 m/s for breeze to gale conditions in the field.
• Measurement resolution — 0.1 m/s up to 9.9 m/s, then 1 m/s above 10 m/s for quick, stable readings.
• Accuracy — ±4% of reading, suitable for marine and professional outdoor decisions.
• Averaging and peak functions — Selectable averages over 5, 10, 20 or 40 seconds, plus maximum wind capture to spot gusts.
• Display scales — Digital wind in m/s and km/h, with graphical Beaufort scale for rapid interpretation; knots also supported.
• Air temperature and wind chill — Measurement range −20 to +60 °C with wind‑chill calculation for real‑feel conditions.
• Backlit display and auto power — Automatic backlight in low light and auto‑off 60 seconds after the rotor stops to preserve energy.
• Power — 1 × CR2032 lithium battery, 3 V, delivering long operating life in normal use.
• Dimensions and weight — Approx. 135 mm height, 70 mm rotor diameter (cups included), about 70 g with battery for effortless portability.
• Construction — Impact‑resistant rotor with cups integrated into the housing for improved shock resistance; waterproof and floatable design.
• Mounting options — Optional stand for wall or flat mounting and tripod use when stable, hands‑free measurements are required.

Why the Plastimo Windy is the perfect choice

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