Retain accuracy and reliability with a Kestrel Factory Calibration and Firmware Update. All factory calibrations relevant to your model are performed, as well as a full functional check, cleaning, and installation of a new impeller and battery. Firmware updates will also be performed on Kestrel 5000 Meters. Every calibration includes a full Factory Calibration Report.
Keep your Kestrel performing at its best with a full factory calibration and service refresh. This all-in-one maintenance package includes functional testing, sensor checks, firmware updates for Kestrel 5000 Meters, and key part replacements backed by an updated Certificate of Conformity.
Included Services:
You'll receive a new Certificate of Conformity & Report listing your unit’s serial number, test date, and signature of the test agent.
Shipping Your Kestrel for Calibration
After placing your order, note your order number and clearly write it on the outside of your shipping box. Then, securely pack your Kestrel and send it to:
Nielsen-Kellerman
21 Creek Circle
Boothwyn, PA 19061
Attn: ORDER#####
Shipping Notes
International Returns
If you're shipping your unit from outside the U.S., please include the following on each line item of the customs invoice to avoid unnecessary duties or taxes:
You'll also receive these shipping instructions via email. To help us process your calibration quickly, please be sure to:
90-Day Limited Warranty on Calibration Services
All repairs and tune-ups are warrantied for a period of ninety (90) days from the date of service (1) that service was performed in a competent and workmanlike manner and (2) that all parts used to service your product were free from defects in materials and workmanship. The foregoing warranty is an express limited warranty and in the event of breach, NK will either (i) re-perform the service, (ii) repair or replace the part, or (iii) refund the cost of the service provided. Products will continue to be covered by their original limited warranty after repair or tune-up, or by this limited repair warranty, whichever is longer.
Questions about factory calibration or shipping your Kestrel?
Send us a message or call us at (610) 447-1555.
Calibration Services in Detail Chart
| Measurement | NIST Calibration Points | Factory Calibration Points | Models | Correction Included? |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wind Speed / Air Flow | ~600 fpm ~1200 fpm |
~300 fpm ~1200 fpm |
All Kestrel Meters | Yes — Impeller will be replaced with a new calibrated impeller if required. |
| Temperature | -10° 50°C 1 hour equilibration |
50°C 1 hour equilibration |
2000 and above DROP | No — Temperature sensor reading is not correctable. However, it is rare for this sensor to drift out of specification. |
| Black Globe Temperature | -10° 50°C 1 hour equilibration |
50°C 1 hour equilibration |
4400 5400 |
No — Temperature sensor reading is not correctable. However, it is extremely rare for this sensor to drift out of specification. |
| Humidity | ~33% RH ~75% RH |
~33% RH ~75% RH |
3000 & 3500 4000 Series |
Yes — Sensor will be corrected to perform within specification. |
| 5 Series DROP D2, D3 |
For the DROPs, the humidity sensor is not adjustable. However, it is rare for this sensor to drift out of specification. (Firmware revision may make sensor correction available in the future.) | |||
| Pressure | Ambient Pressure Lower Limit Pressure |
2500 & 3500 4000 Series 5 Series |
Yes — sensor will be corrected | |
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NIST Calibration will include a detailed, dated, unit-serialized, NIST Calibration Report and Certificate showing as found and as left values, standard values, acceptable range, and deviation.
Factory Calibration will include a dated, signed Certificate of Conformity for the measurements tested. Turnaround for both NIST and Factory Calibration services is typically 7–10 days after receipt. |
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View a sample of the Tune-up test report.