Iris 06052M Remote Battery Pack for 5-in-1 Weather Sensors

There is mixed reviews on how well the panel works, but I was tired of climbing the ladder and changing batteries outside of the regular maintenance the sensors require, so I rolled the proverbial dice. I received the panel this past January, install was easy, and so far no issues, the unit hasn’t lost power, the supplied rechargeable battery so far has been able to supply power at night, and during inclement weather. The panel is mounted about 10’ above the ground on the side of the pole that has the weather sensor about 15’ above it. The cable between the panel is a bit excessive in my case, but I could see a need for the length depending on how far away the panel needs to be to capture sunlight. I haven’t had to clean the panel yet, plan on cleaning the panel during the annual sensor maintenance cycle.

Changing the battery once a year is a huge ordeal. With this, I have the battery in easy reach

Easy to install and works great.

This works perfectly to keep my weather station powered. The adapter fit right in to replace the battery cover.

This is a great device for the most part. Accurate conditions but is a bit finicky on placement. I occasionally get alerts that it has lost contact with my network and its base station. Also if you plan to mount it high in the air perhaps 20 feet or so make sure you get the remote power source or remote battery pack. Always use lithium Ion AA batteries. They give far superior service on this device. If you have an irrigation system that adjusts for wind, rain and temperature, this device will give you the best and most accurate information for your irrigation system. Great to share with neighbors who have such irrigation systems. Connection to weather underground is basically seamless and you can easily compare your readings to other stations nearby. The lightening detector is a great safety feature and should be added to your weather station.

I needed to wait for decent weather before I installed this solar power for my 5in1 weather station. So far this works Great. For the past 1-15yrs, I've had a 5in1 station, I've changed out batteries every 4-6 months and was glad I had it low enough that I could use a step stool to change the batteries wondering how other owners were doing changing batteries from a ladder or bringing a high pole down that often. I am happy those days are over with this solar powered power supply. It is easy to install with one piece sliding into the battery compartment replacing the four batteries. Plus it has a power cord long enough if there is a need to be places in a area with better sun. I'm glad to have it and well worth the cost to keep from replacing any more batteries.

Works great, better then worrying about batteries

works great

Definitivamente no sirve... de por si la estación es difícil que su conexión sea efectiva, con este aditamento esta mucho peor. Las pilas "Quantum" de Duracell (Son las únicas que funcionan) duran transmitiendo máximo un mes. Muy mal!!! No lo compren!

***Update #2 (December 8, 2020): Both remote battery pack and AcuRite weather station are going strong without any issues. Still ORIGINAL batteries since Christmas 2018 ~ Using Lithium batteries as better in Cold climate weather.** **Update (March 18, 2020): The remote battery pack is still is use without issue....AND still the original batteries since Christmas 2018....We have experienced all weather conditions since then and the unit has literally weathered them all from nearly -50 C to + 30 C...snow, rain and a LOT of sunshine!! Very pleased!!** Gifted for Christmas 2018 with the AcuRite weather station and it is completely compatible. It was received quickly and works well so far. The cord is long enough to allow for easy access to the batteries for changing them all while keeping the main battery compartment undercover and out of the elements. A great feature is the fact that the batteries are separated into two sets so that you can ensure you do not lose your historical data when changing the batteries. I hope this review was helpful!

Great little device. Saves one from having to climb up to the weather station ever time the batteries die. Well worth the price.

Works great , hopefully saves going on roof to change batteries

Great for those weather stations that are high and out of reach... Also the idea that data is not lost when battery changes are made is the most important. Great product so far !!