Solar powered wind instrument
OpenWind measures: AWA / AWS, compass and pitch / roll. In addition to that, our application calculates COG, SOG, VMG, AWD, TWA, TWD and TWS.
solar powered wind instrument
BLE Connect
Streams wind data while also supporting bidirectional communication for calibration and tuning
Broadcast
A signal that lets multiple devices access wind data at the same time
Solar Carge
0.8 W polycrystalline solar panel with durable glass keeps your device running completely wire-free
Battery
Efficient 1200mAh battery capacity
NMEA Bridge
Connects to the vessel’s NMEA bus system, making data available on marine instruments
Range
Up to 50 m of range when connected and 100 m for reading broadcasts
Multi-Device Link
Keep everyone in the loop with OpenWind. Its broadcast signal allows multiple devices to receive wind data simultaneously, so your crew can monitor conditions together. Only one device at a time can connect to perform sensor calibration.
OpenWind provides Bluetooth capability with up to 50 m connection range and approximately 100 m broadcast-reading range in an obstruction free envyronment. Older smartphones and protective cases may reduce effective connectivity.
Multi-Device Link
Keep everyone in the loop with OpenWind. Its broadcast signal allows multiple devices to receive wind data simultaneously, so your crew can monitor conditions together. Only one device at a time can connect to perform sensor calibration. Bluetooth range may vary depending on your device. For best results, use recent models of smartphones, tablets, and smartwatches.
OpenWind provides Bluetooth capability with up to 50 m connection range and approximately 100m braodcast-reading range in an obstruction free envyronment. Older smartphones and protective cases may reduce effective connectivity.
Real time Data
Access to a wide range of wind and navigation metrics directly in your phone and enhance your sailing experience. OpenWind measures: AWA / AWS, compass and pitch / roll. Using your phone’s built-in GPS, our application calculates COG, SOG, VMG, AWD, TWA, TWD and TWS.
Calculations
VMG = SOG * cos(TWA)
TWS = sqrt(SOG * SOG + AWS * AWS – (2 * SOG * AWS * cos(AWA * 3.14/180)))
TWA = acos((AWS * cos(AWA * 3.14/180) – SOG) / TWS) * 180 / 3.14
AWD = AWA + Heading
TWD = TWA + Heading
in-built Battery
OpenWind is designed to maximize battery life by avoiding full discharges. Its oversized solar panel and low energy consumption help extend longevity. The 1200 mAh battery typically draws -8 mA when connected with no sunlight, 0–30 mA on partly cloudy days, -7–0 mA on overcast days, and charges up to +80 mA in full sun. When not connected, the device enters sleep mode, disabling noncritical functions.
OpenSeaMap
Application comes with OpenSeaMap for detailed marine charts
UDP
OpenWind streams NMEA0183 wind data via UDP to any UDP-compatible app, such as iSailor or OpenCPN.
Polar
Use polar data in the app to benchmark and improve your sailing performance
Tracking
Track your sailing sessions directly within the app
Link OpenWind to DisplayKit for seamless wind monitoring
Unlock the full potential of your OpenWind device with the Displaykit, designed for effortless connectivity. Experience real-time data monitoring on a sleek, intuitive interface that puts you in complete control of your system’s vital information.
Integrate OpenWind with Displaykit
Unlock the full potential of your OpenWind device with the Displaykit, designed for effortless connectivity. Experience real-time data monitoring on a sleek, intuitive interface that puts you in complete control of your system’s vital information.
OpenWind App Suite – Tools for Wind Data, Navigation, and Training
A complete set of applications to connect your OpenWind devices, visualize real-time wind and navigation data, calibrate sensors, and support training or racing on Mac, iOS, Android, and a variety of smartwatches.
NMEAkit App
The NMEAkit application lets you calibrate mast position, wind direction, and motion sensors, while also showing connection status and key readings from the OpenWind device.
OpenWind App
It is the OpenWind main application with a more advanced interface displaying key sailing data. It can run in the background and send wind data via UDP in NMEA0183 format to third-party apps.
WindTrainer App
The WindTrainer app connects directly to OpenWind via Bluetooth, plotting wind direction and speed on a graph. It’s a simplified version of WindLogger, tailored for trainers and race officers.
WindLogger App
Exclusive to iOS, the WindLogger app reads OpenWind data via UDP in the background, provides average and maximum wind and speed readings, and allows CSV export of logged data.
MacOS App
Requires macOS 11 or later and a Mac with the Apple M1 chip. This application connects your OpenWind device directly to your Mac without additional hardware. It can transmit real-time wind and navigation data via UDP in NMEA0183 format to third-party applications such as OpenCPN, making it easy to integrate OpenWind into your existing navigation setup.
Smartwatch compatible
The OpenWind smartwatch application is available for download on the iOS App Store, Google Play Store, Samsung Galaxy Store, and Garmin Connect IQ Store.
OpenWind provide precise wind speed and direction measurements. Its uniquely designed anemometer blades (licensed from SailTimer Inc.) maintain accuracy while the boat is heeling.
