Campbell CM110 Installation Manual
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- Page 1 Tripod Installation Manual Models CM110, CM115, CM120 Revision: 10/16 C o p y r i g h t © 2 0 0 5 - 2 0 1 6 C a m p b e l l S c i e n t i f i c ,...
- Page 3 Limited Warranty “Products manufactured by CSI are warranted by CSI to be free from defects in materials and workmanship under normal use and service for twelve months from the date of shipment unless otherwise specified in the corresponding product manual. (Product manuals are available for review online at www.campbellsci.com.) Products not manufactured by CSI, but that are resold by CSI, are warranted only to the limits extended by the original manufacturer.
- Page 4 (435) 227-9106. Campbell Scientific is unable to process any returns until we receive this form. If the form is not received within three days of product receipt or is incomplete, the product will be returned to the customer at the customer’s expense.
- Page 5 Periodically (at least yearly) check electrical ground connections. • WHILE EVERY ATTEMPT IS MADE TO EMBODY THE HIGHEST DEGREE OF SAFETY IN ALL CAMPBELL SCIENTIFIC PRODUCTS, THE CUSTOMER ASSUMES ALL RISK FROM ANY INJURY RESULTING FROM IMPROPER INSTALLATION, USE, OR MAINTENANCE OF TRIPODS, TOWERS, OR ATTACHMENTS TO TRIPODS AND TOWERS SUCH AS SENSORS, CROSSARMS, ENCLOSURES, ANTENNAS, ETC.
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Page 7: Table Of Contents
Table of Contents PDF viewers: These page numbers refer to the printed version of this document. Use the PDF reader bookmarks tab for links to specific sections. 1. Introduction ..............1 2. Precautions ..............2 3. Initial Inspection ............2 Inspect Packaging ................ - Page 8 1-1. Typical tripod-based weather station ........... 1 3-1. Tripod components ................2 4-1. CM110 tripod with optional guy wires (guy wires included with CM115 and CM120) ................ 3 5-1. 60-degree guy angle ................5 6-1. Tripod leg, slide collar components ............ 6 6-2.
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Page 9: Introduction
Models CM110, CM115, CM120 Introduction The CM110 (10 ft), CM115 (15 ft), and CM120 (20 ft) tripods are corrosion- resistant stainless steel instrument mounts that support the attachment of sensors, solar panels, and environmental enclosures. A guy kit is included with the CM115 and CM120 models, and is an option for the CM110. -
Page 10: Precautions
(6) stakes. The ground rod clamp, lightning rod, and ground wires are enclosed in a bag. The guy kit (optional for the CM110), and tripod tote bag (optional) are packaged separately. The CM115 and CM120 tripods include additional mast sections. -
Page 11: Tools List (For Tripod, Mast And Crossarm)
The tripod includes lightning and ground rods, ground cables, UV resistant cable ties, and stakes for securing the tripod feet to the ground. A guy kit is included (optional for the CM110) for sites that experience high wind speeds (see Section 5, Specifications ). -
Page 12: Specifications
Tripod Installation Manual Models CM110, CM115, CM120 Specifications CM110 CM115 CM120 Height w/mast insert: 3.1 m (10.5 ft) 4.5 m (15.2 ft) 6 m (20 ft) Weight: 15 kg (34 lb) 18 kg (40 lb) 21 kg (46 lb) Base diameter w/legs extended:... -
Page 13: Installation
Tripod Installation Manual Models CM110, CM115, CM120 Anchors must hold at least 1.8 kN (400 lbf) in both x, y axis FIGURE 5-1. 60-degree guy angle Installation Tripod Installation 6.1.1 Tripod Base WARNING Tripod installation near power lines is dangerous. The... -
Page 14: Mast
FIGURE 6-1. Tripod leg, slide collar components 6.1.2 Mast The CM110, CM115, and CM120 tripods have one, two, or three mast sections respectively. The top mast section has a 56-in long insert with a series of holes that can be extended to lengthen the mast (FIGURE 6-2). Remove the bolt that secures the insert to the inside of the mast, and slide the insert out from the mast to see the different hole locations. -
Page 15: Tripod Mast And Insert
Tripod Installation Manual Models CM110, CM115, CM120 Insert Mast FIGURE 6-2. Tripod mast and insert The tripod base has two sets of right-angled holes for attaching the mast; typically the lower set is used (FIGURE 6-3A). The mast is attached to the base with a pin, and secured in the upright position with a locking bracket. -
Page 16: Mast Attachment To Tripod Base
Tripod Installation Manual Models CM110, CM115, CM120 Right-Angled Hole Wire Retainer FIGURE 6-3. Mast attachment to tripod base Secure the mast in the upright position by installing the locking bracket (FIGURE 6-4A). Insert the top of the bracket into the notches in the tripod base, and using both thumbs, press the bracket into the body of the base until the lower tabs lock into position (FIGURE 6-4B). -
Page 17: Mast Lock Bracket
Tripod Installation Manual Models CM110, CM115, CM120 Locking Bracket Lower Tabs FIGURE 6-4. Mast lock bracket... -
Page 18: Installing The Guy Kit
The CM115 and CM120 tripods include a guy kit; the guy kit is an option for the CM110. With the mast tilted down in the horizontal position, install the guy collar over the mast insert, and attach the guy wires as shown in FIGURE 6-5. -
Page 19: Guy Cinch And Lever Arm
Tripod Installation Manual Models CM110, CM115, CM120 Phillips Screw Lever Arm “Open” Hook Lever Arm “Closed” FIGURE 6-6. Guy cinch and lever arm... -
Page 20: Guy Duckbill Anchor Kits
Tripod Installation Manual Models CM110, CM115, CM120 Load End Dead End Phillips Screw Lever Hook FIGURE 6-7. Mechanical drawing of guy hook and case 6.1.3.1 Guy Duckbill Anchor Kits Duckbill anchors are recommended for areas subjected to higher winds. They allow the guy wires to be anchored at points beyond the feet, thereby increasing the rating of the tripod for higher winds. -
Page 21: Duckbill Guy Anchor
Tripod Installation Manual Models CM110, CM115, CM120 It is important that the anchors be driven at the same angle as the guy wires. Insert the drive bar into the anchor body and drive the anchor into the ground using a sledgehammer until only the top half of the loop or metal ring remains above the ground. -
Page 22: Lowering Mast After Attaching Guy Wires
Tripod Installation Manual Models CM110, CM115, CM120 Radius Distance Between Anchors CM115 8.7 ft 15.1 ft CM120 11.5 ft 19.9 ft FIGURE 6-9. Top view and guy anchor layout 6.1.3.2 Lowering Mast after Attaching Guy Wires Once the guy lines have been adjusted, the lever arms can be “opened” and the... -
Page 23: Staking The Tripod Feet
Tripod Installation Manual Models CM110, CM115, CM120 6.1.4 Staking the Tripod Feet Six stakes are provided for securing the tripod feet to the ground. Drive two stakes through holes in each foot at an angle as shown in FIGURE 6-10. -
Page 24: Tripod Grounding
Tripod Installation Manual Models CM110, CM115, CM120 6.1.5 Tripod Grounding Place the clamp over the ground rod and drive the rod (close to the center of the tripod) using a sledgehammer or fence post driver. Strip 1/2 in. of insulation from both ends of the black 4 AWG ground wire. Insert one end of the ground wire between the clamp and ground rod and tighten the bolt on the clamp. - Page 25 Tripod Installation Manual Models CM110, CM115, CM120 Lightning Rod Clamp Ground Lug Ground Wire Enclosure Ground Lug Enclosure Ground Wire Ground Lug FIGURE 6-12. Lightning rod and tripod ground lug...
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Page 26: Crossarm Attachment
Tripod Installation Manual Models CM110, CM115, CM120 6.1.6 Crossarm Attachment Attach the CM202 (2 ft, 0.6 m), CM204 (4 ft, 1.2 m), or CM206 (6 ft, 1.8 m) crossarm to the tripod mast as shown in FIGURE 6-13. For wind sensors, the crossarm should be approximately 103 inches above the ground for a 3 m mounting height, or 64 inches for a 2 m mounting height. -
Page 27: Enclosure Mounting To Tripod Leg
Tripod Installation Manual Models CM110, CM115, CM120 Route the 14 AWG wire from the ground lug on the bottom side of the • enclosure to the ground lug on the base of the tripod (FIGURE 6-14). Strip 1/2 in. of insulation from each end of the wire. Insert wire ends into the ground lugs and tighten. -
Page 28: Enclosure With The -Lm Bracket
Tripod Installation Manual Models CM110, CM115, CM120 –LM Bracket Keyhole Notch Phillips Head Screw U-bolt Bracket FIGURE 6-15. Enclosure with the –LM bracket... -
Page 29: Mounting Brackets
Tripod Installation Manual Models CM110, CM115, CM120 Mounting Brackets Mounting brackets covered in this section have U-bolts that attach to vertical and/or horizontal pipes with the following ranges of outside diameters: Inches Millimeters Nominal Pipe Size (inches) 1.5-in U-bolt 1.0 to 25.4 to... -
Page 30: Cm216 Mast Mounting Kit
Tripod Installation Manual Models CM110, CM115, CM120 6.2.2 CM216 Mast Mounting Kit The CM216 attaches to the top of the mast, and provides a 3/4-in or 1-in mounting pipe (1.05 or 1.32 in OD) that extends 4 in. above the mast, as shown in FIGURE 6-17. -
Page 31: Cm220 Right Angle Mounting Kit
Tripod Installation Manual Models CM110, CM115, CM120 6.2.3 CM220 Right Angle Mounting Kit The CM220 attaches a vertical pipe (1.0 to 1.5 in OD) to the CM200-series crossarms or horizontal pipe (1.0 to 1.5 in OD) as shown in FIGURE 6-18. -
Page 32: Cmb200 Crossarm Brace Kit
6.2.4.1 Overview The CMB200 Crossarm Brace Kit (FIGURE 6-19) is designed to provide additional stability to crossarms mounted on Campbell Scientific tripods and towers. It provides additional support for crossarms with heavier sensor loads, and added stability in high winds. -
Page 33: Assembly
Tripod Installation Manual Models CM110, CM115, CM120 FIGURE 6-20. CMB200 components 6.2.4.3 Assembly Consult FIGURE 6-21 and TABLE to determine which brackets are needed at either end of the brace to attach it to the crossarm and tripod mast or tower. The figure also indicates what orientation is needed when the small bracket is used. -
Page 34: Bracket Requirements
Tripod Installation Manual Models CM110, CM115, CM120 FIGURE 6-21. Bracket selection TABLE 6-1. Bracket Requirements Mast/Crossarm/ Example Small Bracket Tower Diameter Mast/Crossarm/Tower Brackets Needed Orientation UT10/20/30 Tower Leg (1) Small Bracket Angled toward Ø1.00 in (excludes bottom section (1) Medium Bracket... -
Page 35: Cm225 And 18098 Pyranometer Mounting Stand
Tripod Installation Manual Models CM110, CM115, CM120 6.2.5 CM225 and 18098 Pyranometer Mounting Stand The CM225 is used to attach a pyranometer or quantum sensor to a horizontal pipe (1.0 to 2.1 in OD) or vertical pole (1.0 to 2.1 in OD). -
Page 36: Cm230 And Cm230Xl Adjustable Angle Mounting Kits
Tripod Installation Manual Models CM110, CM115, CM120 6.2.6 CM230 and CM230XL Adjustable Angle Mounting Kits The CM230 mounts an antenna (1.0 to 1.5 in OD) to a mast or vertical pipe (1.3 to 2.1 in OD) as shown in FIGURE 6-23. The bracket allows the antenna to be adjusted for different angles. -
Page 37: Cm235 Magnetic Mounting Stand
Tripod Installation Manual Models CM110, CM115, CM120 6.2.7 CM235 Magnetic Mounting Stand The CM235 provides a 3.5 in (8.8 cm) square platform for mounting magnetic base antennas. The CM235 attaches to horizontal or vertical pipes (1.0 to 2.1 in OD) as shown in FIGURE 6-24. -
Page 38: Rm Young Multi-Plate Radiation Shields
Tripod Installation Manual Models CM110, CM115, CM120 6.2.8 RM Young Multi-Plate Radiation Shields RM Young Multi-Plate Radiation Shields are used to house and attach temperature and relative humidity sensors to the tripod mast (1.0 to 2.1 in OD) or crossarm as shown in FIGURE 6-25. Radiation shields ship with the U-bolt configured for attachment to a vertical pipe. -
Page 39: Appendix A. Tripod Tote Bag
Appendix A. Tripod Tote Bag The Tripod Tote Bag is an option for the CM110-series tripods. The bag is constructed of nylon, with a main compartment for the tripod base, and pockets for stowing the other components as shown below:... - Page 40 Appendix A. Tripod Tote Bag...
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