[spudstrawb]

I'm just in the process now of ordering parts to build a WeatherDuino Pro2 station to replace my LaCrosse WS3600. I have a question about sensors. The general trend seems to be to use Fine Offset WS1080 sensors. Can anyone give me their opinion on the WH5301 sensors ( http://www.foshk.com/Weather_Professional/WH5301.htm ) and how they compare with the WS1080? I can get the WS5301 unit cheaper on ebay (AU$90 vs AU$120 or thereabouts for the WS1080). I can use my existing LaCrosse WS3600 rainfall sensor, so I really only need the wind sensors from a fine offset unit. The WH5301 unit looks tidier but I don't know if there are any accuracy, quality or longevity issues with the WH5031 wind sensor unit. Also there is no indication of how long the cables are (I suspect they might be shorter than those on the WS1080 sensors though).

Any help would be appreciated.