MP-Series Microwave Profilers

Rugged, third-generation radiometers deliver continuous temperature, humidity and liquid profiles for state-of-the-art Nowcasting and short-term forecasting. Patented technology provides portability with reliability and accuracy proven during more than four million hours of tropical, polar and mid-latitude operations. Frequency Agility, Rain Effect Mitigation, an internal Infrared Sensor, modular design and browser-based software provides optimum, cost-effective operations at any location in all environmental conditions.

MP-3000A Temperature, Humidity and Liquid Profiles
Includes 21 K-band (22 to 30 GHz) and 14 V-band (51 to 59 GHz) microwave channels.

MP-2500A Temperature Profiles and Integrated Liquid
Includes 14 V-band (51 to 59 GHz) microwave channels. Upgradeable to MP-3000.

MP-1500A Water Vapor Profiles and Integrated Liquid
Includes 21 K-band (22 to 30 GHz) microwave channels. Upgradeable to MP-3000.

MP-183A Dry Climate Humidity Profiles
Includes 12 183-band (170 to 183 GHz) channels. High moisture sensitivity provides optimum performance in polar, high altitude and desert climates.

MP-Series (WeatherCam) radiometers measure accurate temperature, humidity and liquid profiles that define local weather. The radiometer temperature and humidity profiles have comparable or better accuracy than co-temporal radiosondes, and far better accuracy than radiosondes with 12 hour latency. WeatherCam also provides liquid water profiles essential for accurate precipitation forecasting and climate modeling. Optional software fed by continuous WeatherCam data provides a full suite of forecast tools and indices for optimal Nowcasting and severe weather alerts.

Standard Features

  • Frequency Agility for Optimum Performance (patented)
  • All-Weather Rain Effect Mitigation (patented)
  • Modular Design with Field Replaceable Components
  • Portable -- Easy and Cost Effective Set Up and Transport
  • Proven Long-Term Reliability and Accuracy

Other Features

  • High Accuracy Calibration Target (patented)
  • Portable Non-Corrosive Tripod with Telescoping Legs
  • Azimuth Positioner for All-Sky Observations
  • Internal Zenith Infrared Temperature Sensor for Optimum Performance and Reliability in Harsh Environments
  • Optional forecast tool and index display and analysis software

Case Studies

Rugged, portable, 2 to 89 GHz PR-Series (Polarimetric Radiometers) deliver reliable and accurate remote snow and ice, soil moisture, sea salinity and sea surface wind sensing from fixed and mobile land, sea and air platforms. Options include single or multiple frequencies, and single or dual polarization.