The Leading Edge of Atmospheric Science Instrumentation
SPEC’s full suite of cloud microphysics instrumentation has been on the forefront of data collection and analysis, advancing our understanding of weather and climate.
2D-S Stereo Optical Array Probe
High-Resolution Stereo Imaging for Cloud and Precipitation Research
The 2D-S Stereo Optical Array Probe delivers unmatched detail in cloud microphysics by capturing stereo images of hydrometeors. With its dual optical arrays, researchers gain precise measurements of particle size, shape and orientation.
2D-Gray – Grayscale Optical Array Probe
High-Resolution Grayscale Imaging for Cloud and Precipitation Research
The 2D-Gray Optical Array Probe delivers unmatched detail in cloud microphysics by capturing grayscale images of hydrometeors.
HVPS-4 – High Volume Precipitation Spectrometer
Large-Scale Sampling for Precipitation Particles
The HVPS-4 High Volume Precipitation Spectrometer captures the full spectrum of precipitation particles, from small raindrops to large hail. By integrating four optical array imagers into one system, HVPS-4 delivers reliable, high-volume sampling.
FCDP - Fast Cloud Droplet Probe
Enhanced Accuracy for Droplet Probes
Fast Cloud Droplet Probe (FCDP) with state-of-the-art electro-optics and electronics that utilizes forward scattering to determine cloud droplet distributions and concentrations.
3V-CPI - 3-View Cloud Particle Imager
Detailed Imaging and Optical Array Probe in One Instrument
The 3-View Cloud Particle Imager (3V-CPI) merges higher resolution, photographic imagery with OAP optical array imaging technology for a comprehensive look at cloud microphysics. From small ice crystals to rain, snow, and graupel, the 3V-CPI concurrently captures particle size, shape and concentration.
Hawkeye – Cloud Particle Combination Instrument
Four-in-One Combination Instrument Provides the Most Comprehensive Cloud Sampling Available
Hawkeye integrates four complementary probes into one combination instrument, merging higher resolution, photographic imagery with scattering and OAP optical array imaging technologies. This probe combination is unrivaled in the atmospheric science industry.