Davis Solar Radiation Sensor

The Davis Solar Radiation Sensor is a critical diagnostic tool for professionals and enthusiasts who require precise environmental data for performance tuning and high-end shop management. While often integrated into stationary weather stations, this sensor allows mechanics and automotive engineers to monitor solar intensity, which directly impacts ambient air temperature and surface heat on track vehicles. By quantifying solar energy, you can better understand the thermal load on cooling systems and vehicle finishes during outdoor testing or long-term storage.

This precision-engineered device utilizes a silicon photodiode to measure the intensity of solar radiation across the spectrum. The Davis Solar Radiation Sensor includes a specialized diffuser designed to provide a cosine response, ensuring accurate readings even as the angle of the sun changes throughout the day. When paired with an anemometer and a temperature/humidity sensor, it provides the necessary data to calculate evapotranspiration, a key metric for maintaining environmental controls around a professional automotive facility.

Designed for seamless integration, the Davis Solar Radiation Sensor is a standard component for the Vantage Pro Plus and Vantage Pro2 Plus systems but can be added to standard Vantage Pro and Vantage Pro2 models. Its compact footprint and lightweight design make it easy to mount on external sensor suites or mobile diagnostic rigs used at the track. Whether you are looking to optimize shop cooling or track the environmental variables of a performance project, this sensor provides the reliable data needed for informed decision-making.