Which rain sensor (Z-wave or RFXcom compatible)

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Who has (or knows) a rain sensor which can be connected to Vera and give a direct indication when it starts to rain?

Recently I have automated my sun blinds using the duwi Z-wave switch. Using the Oregon WRG800 sensor (wind Speed and Direction) in combination with RFXLan and the Vera I can close the sub blinds automaticly when the wind speed is above 6 m/s. I also have a Oregon rain sensor, but due to the way it works (tipping bucket principle) it’s to slow to give a rain signal (first the bucket has to fill).

I’m looking for a rain sensor which I can connect to my Vera (or via RFXlan to my Vera) which will give the rain signal as soon as the first raindrops start to fall.

Who can help?
Thanks

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You can increase the sensitivity of the rain sensor by putting a funnel on top of it. The ratio of the top area of the funnel to the rain sensor area is the gain in sensitivity.

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You could use a Fortezz Z-Wave Water/Flood Sensor, possibly extending the contacts or something to your exisitng Oregon rain collector.