Humidity and Temperature Transmitter (Meteorological Grade) HMP155 Humidity and Temperature Transmitter (Meteorological Grade) HMP155

Vaisala HMP155 Meteorological Humidity and Temperature Probe

Vaisala HMP155 Meteorological Humidity and Temperature Probe

The Vaisala HMP155 provides stable humidity and temperature measurement for automatic weather stations, road-weather systems, airports, research sites and demanding outdoor monitoring.

  • Relative-humidity measurement from 0 to 100 %RH
  • Operating range from −80 to +60 °C
  • HMP155A with two analogue voltage outputs
  • HMP155D with RH voltage output and passive four-wire Pt100 temperature
  • HMP155E with RS-485 digital output
  • Optional warmed probe, chemical purge and additional temperature sensor

Vaisala HMP155 for Meteorological Humidity and Temperature Measurement

The Vaisala HUMICAP® HMP155 is designed for accurate and stable outdoor humidity and temperature measurement. Its weather-resistant probe construction, protective filter options and long-term measurement stability make it suitable for professional meteorology and other exposed environmental-monitoring locations.

Typical installations include automatic weather stations, airport observation systems, road-weather stations, agricultural research, hydrology sites, environmental-monitoring networks and industrial locations requiring meteorological-grade outdoor measurements.

Choose the Correct HMP155 Model

ModelHumidity outputTemperature outputRecommended use
HMP155A Analogue voltage Analogue voltage Data loggers and weather stations requiring two active voltage signals
HMP155D Analogue voltage Passive four-wire Pt100 Systems that read RH as voltage and temperature directly from a precision resistance input
HMP155E RS-485 digital RS-485 digital Digital data-acquisition systems requiring serial measurement data

Selection point: all HMP155 models have an RS-485 interface for service use, but HMP155E is the model intended to provide RS-485 as its measurement output. Select the complete model and output configuration according to the receiving data logger or weather-station controller.

HMP155 Measurement Performance

Measurement specificationPerformance
Relative-humidity range 0 to 100 %RH
RH accuracy at +15 to +25 °C ±1 %RH from 0 to 90 %RH; ±1.7 %RH from 90 to 100 %RH
Factory-calibration uncertainty at +20 °C ±0.6 %RH from 0 to 40 %RH; ±1.0 %RH from 40 to 95 %RH
Humidity sensor HUMICAP® R2, HUMICAP® 180R or configuration-dependent equivalent; composite versions for purge or warming
Temperature observation range −80 to +60 °C
Temperature sensor Pt100 RTD, Class F0.1 according to IEC 60751
Operating voltage 7 to 28 V DC; required minimum depends on output and heating options
Ingress protection IP66
Probe dimensions Approximately 279 × 40 mm

Warmed Probe for High-Humidity Conditions

Fog, rain, heavy dew and near-saturated air can wet an unheated humidity sensor and temporarily prevent it from representing the surrounding atmosphere. The optional warmed-probe function keeps the sensor head above the ambient dew-point temperature, reducing the risk of condensation on the sensing element.

Because warming changes the temperature at the humidity sensor, accurate ambient relative humidity is calculated using a separate temperature measurement. Select the warmed-probe and additional-temperature-sensor arrangement together rather than treating probe heating as an independent accessory.

Chemical Purge and Sensor Protection

Optional chemical purge periodically heats the humidity sensor to reduce the effect of certain chemical contaminants. This is useful where long-term stability may be challenged by airborne chemicals, but it does not replace correct siting, filter selection, inspection or calibration.

A sintered PTFE filter provides strong protection against water, dust and dirt. A membrane filter can provide faster response where the application and exposure conditions allow it. Filter condition should be checked during scheduled weather-station maintenance.

Selecting a Radiation Shield

Installation optionPurposeSelection guidance
DTR503 Natural-aspiration radiation shield for HMP155 installations Common choice for automatic weather stations and exposed monitoring sites
DTR13 Compact radiation shield for compatible probe installations Use where its mounting arrangement and measurement requirements are suitable
Stevenson screen Traditional naturally ventilated instrument enclosure Suitable where the observation standard or existing station design requires it
DTR502 with additional-temperature-probe kit Shielding of the separate temperature sensor Used with applicable warmed-probe configurations requiring independent ambient temperature

Radiation shielding is essential for representative outdoor temperature and humidity measurement. The shield must protect the sensor from precipitation and direct or reflected solar radiation while allowing sufficient airflow around the probe.

HMP155 or an Industrial HMP Probe?

Selection pointHMP155Industrial HMP probe
Primary role Meteorological and exposed outdoor measurement Industrial process, duct, chamber or pipeline measurement
Typical installation Radiation shield, weather station or environmental-monitoring mast Process fitting, duct kit, chamber or Indigo transmitter
Temperature environment Outdoor operation down to −80 °C, up to +60 °C Application-dependent probes covering general, high-temperature, high-humidity and pressurised processes
Outputs Voltage, passive Pt100 or RS-485 according to HMP155 model Standalone Modbus RTU or connection to an Indigo transmitter, depending on probe
High-humidity strategy Optional warmed probe with additional ambient-temperature measurement Vaisala HMP7 for continuously humid industrial processes

Maintenance and Calibration

Inspect the radiation shield, filter and probe for contamination, insects, salt deposits and physical damage. Clean or replace affected components according to Vaisala instructions and the environmental exposure at the site.

Calibration frequency should reflect the required measurement uncertainty, site conditions, maintenance history and applicable quality procedures. Keep calibration certificates and adjustment records linked to the probe serial number.

Vaisala HMP155 Supplier and Technical Support in Malaysia

Seacom Process Instruments supplies and supports the Vaisala HMP155 meteorological humidity and temperature probe in Malaysia for automatic weather stations, airports, road-weather systems, research sites, plantations and environmental-monitoring networks.

Our team can assist with choosing HMP155A, HMP155D or HMP155E, selecting warmed-probe and chemical-purge options, matching the radiation shield, reviewing power and output requirements, planning installation and arranging calibration.

Contact Seacom with your temperature and humidity range, required output, data-logger input, site exposure, shield preference, cable length and calibration requirements so we can recommend a suitable HMP155 configuration.

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