Outdoor Temp Sensor...
10 March 2010, 11:54 PM
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Outdoor Temp Sensor...
I have a 2000 Classic and was looking to get a Outdoor Temperature Gauge as I've always been used to having one in my previous car.
Anyone know the best way out or what type I can look at getting?
Neel
Anyone know the best way out or what type I can look at getting?
Neel
11 March 2010, 07:17 AM
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kangli electronics thermometer
or here: http://www.maplin.co.uk/Module.aspx?ModuleNo=34932, but that one requires batteries. Could modify it to use the car's electrics, I suppose.
or here: http://www.maplin.co.uk/Module.aspx?ModuleNo=34932, but that one requires batteries. Could modify it to use the car's electrics, I suppose.
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11 March 2010, 05:54 PM
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My pre-facelift WRX has two DIN spaces in the centre console. I've mounted a Halfords temp sensor & clock behind a bit of brass plate.
Not 100% ideal, because I need to take the console out to adjust the clock - but it looks pretty good!
Not 100% ideal, because I need to take the console out to adjust the clock - but it looks pretty good!
12 March 2010, 01:15 PM
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The gauge shows inside and outside temp - one of the green circles is a slide switch to flick between the two. In the picture it was showing inside temp last summer - hence near 30! The internal reading does tend to show the temp in the console area, so not exactly 'cabin' temp (typically shows a few degrees higher than the 'real' temp), but it does show what the climate control is seeing.
There is a single AAA battery to power the LCD, and it is back lit using the car's light circuit, so only comes on with the car's lights.
As I say, it's not an ideal set up, but since my car didn't come with a clock as standard, it's better than nothing!
I don't think Halfords sell this particular clock any more, but I'm sure something similar could be converted.....
There is a single AAA battery to power the LCD, and it is back lit using the car's light circuit, so only comes on with the car's lights.
As I say, it's not an ideal set up, but since my car didn't come with a clock as standard, it's better than nothing!
I don't think Halfords sell this particular clock any more, but I'm sure something similar could be converted.....
12 March 2010, 03:25 PM
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found one I'm gonna get 
Available in Red/Blue LED's and internal +/ external temperature monitoring (c and f monitoring). I may also be able to get a very good deal from the supplier, as I've used them before
- keep ya posted. Was thinking about ordering 2 extra if anyone wants one
Available in Red/Blue LED's and internal +/ external temperature monitoring (c and f monitoring). I may also be able to get a very good deal from the supplier, as I've used them before
- keep ya posted. Was thinking about ordering 2 extra if anyone wants one
Last edited by darms; 12 March 2010 at 03:42 PM.
12 March 2010, 04:13 PM
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waiting for prices mate....
Features:
* DC 12V power supply
* Wide temperature measurement range
* Two water-proof yet precise NTC thermal probes are provided
* °C/°F selectable by setting k1 and k2 on DIP switch
* Automatic switch between °C and °F display with the change of ambient brightness
* Miniature housing which facilitates installation and integration in other applications
* Large (0.56”/14.2mm) easy-to-read blue LED display
* Over 90% components are SMT based, which are reliable and environment-friendly
* High-efficient DC-DC converter for powering, much lower operation temp rise than other competitive products
* UL and CE-certified compound AWG22 cables are used, low voltage drop
* -10 to +60 ℃ operating temperature range
* Ideal for automotive and industrial applications
* Size 79.00 (mm) X42.00(mm) X25.00(mm)
The best is that they come with two probes
Features:
* DC 12V power supply
* Wide temperature measurement range
* Two water-proof yet precise NTC thermal probes are provided
* °C/°F selectable by setting k1 and k2 on DIP switch
* Automatic switch between °C and °F display with the change of ambient brightness
* Miniature housing which facilitates installation and integration in other applications
* Large (0.56”/14.2mm) easy-to-read blue LED display
* Over 90% components are SMT based, which are reliable and environment-friendly
* High-efficient DC-DC converter for powering, much lower operation temp rise than other competitive products
* UL and CE-certified compound AWG22 cables are used, low voltage drop
* -10 to +60 ℃ operating temperature range
* Ideal for automotive and industrial applications
* Size 79.00 (mm) X42.00(mm) X25.00(mm)
The best is that they come with two probes
Last edited by darms; 12 March 2010 at 04:15 PM.
15 March 2010, 03:26 PM
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Bad news no extra discount is being offered 
Also the order may get picked up for customs duty 
Initially I recon they'll work out at approx £20 delivered for each unit (single probe version - but with internal and external temp monitoring) The two probe version is another £5.
Please confirm interested
1. darms - confirmed
2. magneel1 -
3. Scoobyn -
4. alcazar - confirmed
5. super_ted -
Also the order may get picked up for customs duty Initially I recon they'll work out at approx £20 delivered for each unit (single probe version - but with internal and external temp monitoring) The two probe version is another £5.
Please confirm interested
1. darms - confirmed
2. magneel1 -
3. Scoobyn -
4. alcazar - confirmed
5. super_ted -
Last edited by darms; 15 March 2010 at 04:36 PM. Reason: status update
15 March 2010, 11:26 PM
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Bad news no extra discount is being offered Also the order may get picked up for customs duty
Initially I recon they'll work out at approx £20 delivered for each unit (single probe version - but with internal and external temp monitoring) The two probe version is another £5.
Please confirm interested
1. darms - confirmed
2. alcazar - confirmed
Also the order may get picked up for customs duty Initially I recon they'll work out at approx £20 delivered for each unit (single probe version - but with internal and external temp monitoring) The two probe version is another £5.
Please confirm interested
1. darms - confirmed
2. alcazar - confirmed
Last edited by darms; 16 March 2010 at 12:10 AM.
16 March 2010, 09:05 PM
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Please confirm interested
1. darms - confirmed
2. magneel1 -
3. Scoobyn -
4. alcazar - confirmed
5. super_ted - confirmed
How are we paying for these? paypal?
1. darms - confirmed
2. magneel1 -
3. Scoobyn -
4. alcazar - confirmed
5. super_ted - confirmed
How are we paying for these? paypal?
17 March 2010, 11:57 PM
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All ordered guys
Got some additional information sent over
* Automatic switch between °C and °F display with the change of ambient brightness
* The self-adaption ability of LEDs to ambient brightness, not dazzling in night time
Ordered a extra one just in case
Got some additional information sent over
* Automatic switch between °C and °F display with the change of ambient brightness
* The self-adaption ability of LEDs to ambient brightness, not dazzling in night time
Ordered a extra one just in case