This high quality rain collecting instrument is designed to withstand the burning sun and cool frosts. It won’t crack, or discolor when exposed to the elements, this means it will look good for years! Features: Collects up to 6 inches of rain water Made from UV resistant polycarbonate heavy duty plastic The accurate dual scale has raised graduations for easy reading Large size rain collection capacity. It can handle large downpours or quick sprinklings of rain Note: To record the rainfall; slide rain gauge out of the mounting bracket, record result, empty rain from the gauge and slide the gauge back into the mounting bracket, ready for the rain again.