Environmental Conditions + Thermal Comfort

HOBO U12 Datalogger

  • Measures temperature, relative humidity, and light intensity over long periods of time
  • Data is stored at pre-determined intervals to be extracted onto a computer
  • To be used with corresponding software applications
  • For interior use only
  • Available for check out from the Baker Lighting Lab
  • HOBOware Instructional Video Available  Here
  • Video Tutorials Available Here and Here
  • HOBO U12 Manual

HOBO Weatherproof Pendant Datalogger

  • Measures temperature and relative humidity over long periods of time
  • Data is stored at predetermined intervals to be extracted onto a computer
  • To be used with corresponding software applications
  • This family of HOBO’s are designed for outdoor use
  • Use with the Solar Radiation Shield to yield best results
  • Available for check out from the Baker Lighting Lab
  • HOBO Weatherproof Pendent Datalogger Manual

Solar Radiation Shield

  • To be used in conjunction with the HOBO Weatherproof Pendant Datalogger
  • Shields datalogger from direct exposure to heat from sunlight and precipitation
  • Stackable componets/wall mounted
  • Available for check out from the Baker Lighting Lab

Sling Psychrometer

  • Measures wetbulb and drybulb temperatures
  • Available for check out from the Baker Lighting Lab
  • Video Tutorial Available Here
  • Sling Psychrometer Manual

Kestrel Weather Meter

  • Measures wind-speed, relative humidity, heat index, and dew point
  • Outdoor site and climate analysis
  • Available for check out in the Baker Lighting Lab
  • Video Tutorial Available Here
  • Kestrel Weather Meter Manual

Vaisala Humidity and Temperature Meter

Raytek Temperature Gun and Mini Temp. Gun

  • Just point and press the trigger to measure the surface temperatures from 30° – 500° F
  • Works within a reasonable distance from the surface
  • Available for check out from the Baker Lighting Lab
  • Video Tutorial for the Raytek Temperature Gun Available Here
  • Video Tutorial for the Raytek Mini Temp. Gun Available Here
  • Raytek Temperature Gun Manual
  • Raytek Mini Temp. Gun Manual

Additional Equipment

The following equipment requires permission for use from Alison Kwok. Please contact her with inquiries.

Telair CO2 Monitor 7001

  • Measures indoor CO2 levels over periods of time
  • Useful for determining indoor air quality
  • Gathers data for 70+ hours
  • Video Tutorial Available Here

Testo Velocity Stick 405-V2 Anemometer

  • Measures air velocity from 0-10 m/s, temperature from -10° to 50° C, and volume flow
  • Accurate measurements at very low velocities
  • Useful for measuring air infiltration
  • Swiveling head, extendable probe, fits into small openings
  • Video Tutorial Available Here
  • Testo Velocity Stick 405-V2 Anemometer Manual

Bubbles

  • Plastic bubbles maintain their form for a longer duration while still remaining lighter than air
  • Use for visually understanding indoor air movement
  • Video Tutorial Available Here

Bug Buddy

  • Small personal monitors attach to building occupants and measure heart rates and body temperatures over periods of time
  • Use for cross analyzing gathered environmental data with occupant
  • Useful for Post Occupancy Evaluations
  • Video Tutorial Available Here

Pocket Balometer

  • Measures volumetric airflow
  • Video Tutorial Available Here