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P5-3 Portable Lightning Detector – 40 Mile Storm Detection Device

P5-3 Portable Lightning Detector – 40 Mile Storm Detection Device

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P5-3 Portable Lightning Detector – 40 Mile Storm Detection Device

The P5-3 Portable Lightning Detector is a high-performance handheld device designed to detect lightning and thunderstorm activity up to 40 miles (64 km) away. Built with advanced digital microprocessor technology, it delivers accurate, real-time storm monitoring to help you stay informed and prepared in any environment.

Features

  • Detects lightning activity up to 40 miles (64 km)
  • Handheld, portable design for flexible use
  • Patented digital microprocessor for reliable accuracy
  • Visual LED alerts with customizable audible warnings
  • Multi-display system showing closest and most recent lightning strikes
  • Four preset detection ranges for clear storm tracking
  • Automatic shut-off after 5 hours to conserve battery
  • Battery save mode for extended operation

 Detection Range

  • 0–3 miles (0–5 km)
  • 3–8 miles (5–15 km)
  • 8–20 miles (15–30 km)
  • 20–40 miles (30–64 km)

Power & Performance

  • Powered by 6 AA batteries (not included)
  • Up to 75 hours continuous use
  • Up to 100 hours in battery save mode
  • Optional AC adapters (120V / 220V) and 12V vehicle adapter
  • Automatic shut-off after 5 hours

Specifications

  • Detection Range: Up to 40 miles (64 km)
  • Display: LED visual alerts + audible tones
  • Dimensions: Approx. 6.5 × 3 × 2 inches (16.5 × 7.6 × 5 cm)
  • Weight: Approx. 2 lbs (0.9 kg)
  • Battery: 6 × AA (not included)
  • Operation: Handheld / portable

Display & Alert Features

  • Bright LED visual alert system
  • Customizable audible alerts based on detection range
  • Multi-display format indicating most recent and closest lightning strike
  • Clear range-based storm indication for quick awareness

 Additional Information

  • Designed for real-time lightning and storm tracking
  • Helps monitor storm movement and activity trends
  • Compact and durable for both indoor and outdoor use
  • Suitable for mobile and field operations

Safety & Usage Notes

  • Intended for monitoring and early warning purposes only
  • Not a substitute for official weather alerts or safety systems
  • Always follow local safety guidelines during severe weather
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Description

P5-3 Portable Lightning Detector – 40 Mile Storm Detection Device

The P5-3 Portable Lightning Detector is a high-performance handheld device designed to detect lightning and thunderstorm activity up to 40 miles (64 km) away. Built with advanced digital microprocessor technology, it delivers accurate, real-time storm monitoring to help you stay informed and prepared in any environment.

Features

  • Detects lightning activity up to 40 miles (64 km)
  • Handheld, portable design for flexible use
  • Patented digital microprocessor for reliable accuracy
  • Visual LED alerts with customizable audible warnings
  • Multi-display system showing closest and most recent lightning strikes
  • Four preset detection ranges for clear storm tracking
  • Automatic shut-off after 5 hours to conserve battery
  • Battery save mode for extended operation

 Detection Range

  • 0–3 miles (0–5 km)
  • 3–8 miles (5–15 km)
  • 8–20 miles (15–30 km)
  • 20–40 miles (30–64 km)

Power & Performance

  • Powered by 6 AA batteries (not included)
  • Up to 75 hours continuous use
  • Up to 100 hours in battery save mode
  • Optional AC adapters (120V / 220V) and 12V vehicle adapter
  • Automatic shut-off after 5 hours

Specifications

  • Detection Range: Up to 40 miles (64 km)
  • Display: LED visual alerts + audible tones
  • Dimensions: Approx. 6.5 × 3 × 2 inches (16.5 × 7.6 × 5 cm)
  • Weight: Approx. 2 lbs (0.9 kg)
  • Battery: 6 × AA (not included)
  • Operation: Handheld / portable

Display & Alert Features

  • Bright LED visual alert system
  • Customizable audible alerts based on detection range
  • Multi-display format indicating most recent and closest lightning strike
  • Clear range-based storm indication for quick awareness

 Additional Information

  • Designed for real-time lightning and storm tracking
  • Helps monitor storm movement and activity trends
  • Compact and durable for both indoor and outdoor use
  • Suitable for mobile and field operations

Safety & Usage Notes

  • Intended for monitoring and early warning purposes only
  • Not a substitute for official weather alerts or safety systems
  • Always follow local safety guidelines during severe weather
Shipping & Returns

Shipping is fast and FREE within our country's lower 48 States for most orders $99+. For more details about shipping see the full shipping page here.

We offer 30-Day Easy Returns. If you decide you don't need a product, we'll take it back so long as it is in original and re-saleable condition. See the full details here.

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Description

P5-3 Portable Lightning Detector – 40 Mile Storm Detection Device

The P5-3 Portable Lightning Detector is a high-performance handheld device designed to detect lightning and thunderstorm activity up to 40 miles (64 km) away. Built with advanced digital microprocessor technology, it delivers accurate, real-time storm monitoring to help you stay informed and prepared in any environment.

Features

  • Detects lightning activity up to 40 miles (64 km)
  • Handheld, portable design for flexible use
  • Patented digital microprocessor for reliable accuracy
  • Visual LED alerts with customizable audible warnings
  • Multi-display system showing closest and most recent lightning strikes
  • Four preset detection ranges for clear storm tracking
  • Automatic shut-off after 5 hours to conserve battery
  • Battery save mode for extended operation

 Detection Range

  • 0–3 miles (0–5 km)
  • 3–8 miles (5–15 km)
  • 8–20 miles (15–30 km)
  • 20–40 miles (30–64 km)

Power & Performance

  • Powered by 6 AA batteries (not included)
  • Up to 75 hours continuous use
  • Up to 100 hours in battery save mode
  • Optional AC adapters (120V / 220V) and 12V vehicle adapter
  • Automatic shut-off after 5 hours

Specifications

  • Detection Range: Up to 40 miles (64 km)
  • Display: LED visual alerts + audible tones
  • Dimensions: Approx. 6.5 × 3 × 2 inches (16.5 × 7.6 × 5 cm)
  • Weight: Approx. 2 lbs (0.9 kg)
  • Battery: 6 × AA (not included)
  • Operation: Handheld / portable

Display & Alert Features

  • Bright LED visual alert system
  • Customizable audible alerts based on detection range
  • Multi-display format indicating most recent and closest lightning strike
  • Clear range-based storm indication for quick awareness

 Additional Information

  • Designed for real-time lightning and storm tracking
  • Helps monitor storm movement and activity trends
  • Compact and durable for both indoor and outdoor use
  • Suitable for mobile and field operations

Safety & Usage Notes

  • Intended for monitoring and early warning purposes only
  • Not a substitute for official weather alerts or safety systems
  • Always follow local safety guidelines during severe weather
Shipping & Returns

Shipping is fast and FREE within our country's lower 48 States for most orders $99+. For more details about shipping see the full shipping page here.

We offer 30-Day Easy Returns. If you decide you don't need a product, we'll take it back so long as it is in original and re-saleable condition. See the full details here.

Reviews
Price Match

Found a better price online? We'll match it or beat it if we can. 

All you need to do is let us know via phone or email (fulfillment@weatherscientific.com) and we'll let you know what we can do.

You will need to provide evidence of the better price online and it must include any shipping or taxes charged by that site. i.e. It needs to be the total price.

This only applies to new products, it does not apply to used condition products.