The Precipitation and Imaging Probe (PIP) is an airborne optical spectrometer manufactured by Droplet Measurement Technologies. PIP measures concentration and records images of cloud particles from approximately 500-30000 microns in diameter with a resolution of 100 microns per pixel.
Delivery of new Suomi NPP data ceases on Nov. 2, 2026. Users should transition to alternative products.
Suomi NPP data announcement