Accurite 5-in-1 Weather Station DIY Pole Mount Install / Review 01535m 

Fred Marlin I did not have that issue with the smart meter for the weather sensor. But the smart meter does interfere with our driveway alarm system!

Good to know. The manual for this says that for cold climates lithium batteries were required. I just stuck with the manual for warranty purposes.

cubfan65 there was no need for cement. After a few rains everything compacted nicely. When the batteries die, my hope is that I’ll be able to unscrew the pipe sections to get to the top. A pipe wrench will definitely get the job done. So far, the batteries have done just fine. However, the station is technically powered by the solar panel on top. I think the batteries are an emergency backup. We’ve been down to almost -30 this past winter and no problems yet!

I have the same question regarding lightning strike. I used a pcv pipe for a pole for my 5-in-1. It is about 10ft tall. It might flex if I try to go higher. Would like to get it higher if I can.

@@bravoone17 I used an old Purple Martin pole stand - it's about 15-20 feet long and still had the concrete attached. Used a small level on all side of the pole. Looks great and works fine. I figure it's galvanized steel and in the ground far enough to ground out any electricity - also right near the cyclone fence.

3/4 inch will fit into the including mounting adapter

Echoing Mist When installing the sensor on the pipe, I made sure to check for level and plumb. One each section of the pipe was installed I checked for level and plumb as well. I have a magnetic level that will stick while adjustments are made. Level became a hair off on the top section because I believe there was a twist in the pipe I couldn’t correct. But the bubble was still within the level spec lines for the most part.

Howling Farms Alright. Thank you for responding. Might install my 5 in 1 like that in the future. My current mount is a tripod and it works fine

Howling Farms Also, video was good. Thanks for making one covering how you mounted yours

Echoing Mist This particular accurate sensor requires a 30ft mount for proper wind readings. There wasn’t a way for me to get those heights unless I mounted poles on the house or barn. I looked in to antenna mounts that are heavy duty, but they’d need guide wires at those heights. We will see how this mount stands up to our brutal winter. Our frost line is close to 52” here in Michigan. Hopefully it doesn’t get pushed up! Will be checking level and plumb in the spring for differences when the ground thaws.

@Don'tBlameMe Could you recommand a better unit? I've had a Accurite weather station for many many years without any issues. But always interested in upgrades.