Overview
The Aquadopp 500 m is a compact, accurate and affordable single-point current meter for applications where a current profile is not needed. Designed for use in several deployment scenarios, from mooring lines to bottom-mounted structures, it also has the option to perform PUV-based directional wave measurements, making it a cost-effective and simple solution.
The Aquadopp now offers 6% broadband measurements and “hibernation mode” between measurements, enabling precise data collection with lower power consumption. Combined with mechanical improvements allowing for more internal battery storage, the modern Aquadopp design extends potential deployment duration.
- Currents
- Waves
Highlights
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Single-point current meter
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Perfect for mooring lines
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Simple pressure-based (PUV) directional wave measurements in shallow water
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LED blinks when pinging for peace of mind during deployment
Usage
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Attached to mooring lines
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Combined with riser monitoring systems
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Shallow-water wave and current measurements
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Studies of tidal currents
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Near bed current measurements
Setup
Nortek deployment software allows users to customize their 500m Aquadopp current meter deployment in a straightforward manner, providing guidance on deployment schemes, battery power and required internal memory.
Deployment
The Aquadopp is the ideal current meter for an ADCP mooring, but it is also compatible with bottom- or buoy-mounted setups. Teams of all sizes can successfully deploy an Aquadopp thanks to its compact size and ability to run entirely on internal battery power.
Data
Nortek postprocessing software and/or display software is available for review, visualization, and processing of data, after deployment or in real time.
Cell size |
0.75 m |
Maximum number of cells |
1 |
Distance to measurement |
1.0-6.0 m (user-selectable) |
Velocity range |
±1 m/s, ±2.5 m/s, ±5 m/s |
Velocity range (horizontal) |
±2.3 m/s, ±5.75 m/s, ±11.5 m/s |
Accuracy |
±1% of measured value ±0.5 cm/s |
Horizontal velocity precision (consult instrument SW) |
Typ. 1 cm/s |
Maximum sampling rate (output) |
1 Hz |
Wave measurements |
PUV (optional) |
Sampling |
Same as velocity |
Resolution |
0.5 dB |
Dynamic range |
90 dB |
Transducer acoustic frequency |
2 MHz |
Number of beams |
3 (see GA drawings for angles) |
Beam width |
0.85° (1.7° total) |
Temperature: |
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Temp. range |
-4 to +40 °C |
Temp. accuracy/resolution |
0.1 °C/0.01 °C |
Temp. time response |
<1 min |
Compass: |
Solid State Magnetometer |
Accuracy/resolution |
<2° for tilt <30°/0.01° |
Tilt: |
Solid State Accelerometer |
Accuracy/resolution |
0.2° for tilt <30°/0.01° |
Maximum tilt |
Full 3D |
Up or Down |
Automatic detect |
Pressure: |
Piezoresistive |
Range |
30 m/100 m/500 m |
Accuracy/precision |
0.5% FS / 0.005% of full scale |
No. of channels |
1 |
Digital input format |
MicroCat CTD |
Capacity |
16 GB |
Accuracy |
±1 min/year |
Backup in absence of power |
4 weeks |
I/O |
RS-422 (inquire for RS-232) |
Communication baud rate |
9600 Baud-1.2 Mbaud (default 115200 Baud) |
User control |
Nortek Deployment Software or direct ASCII commands, with binary or ASCII data output |
Operating system |
Agnostic |
Functions |
Deployment planning, instrument configuration, data retrieval and conversion. Online data display |
DC input |
9-24 VDC |
Absolute maximum DC input |
26 VDC |
Maximum peak current |
4.5 A |
Power consumption |
Consult Nortek Deployment Software |
Sleep current |
< 10 uA |
Transmit power |
Adjustable |
Internal battery capacity |
1-3 x 50 Wh (Alkaline), 2-3 x 165 Wh (Lithium), 1-3 x 76 Wh (Li-Ion) |
Battery weight |
430g per 50 Wh (Alkaline), 380g per 165 Wh (Lithium), 300g per 76 Wh (Li-Ion) |
Operating temperature |
-5 to +40 °C |
Storage temperature |
-20 to +60 °C |
Shock and vibration |
Shock: IEC 60068-2-27, Vibration: IEC 60068-2-64 |
EMC |
EN IEC 61000-6-2:2019, EN IEC 61000-6-4:2019 |
Depth rating |
500 m |
Bulkhead (Impulse) |
MCBH-8-FS Brass |
Cable |
PMCIL-8-MP on 5 m (default) polyurethane cable |
Standard model |
POM, Naval Brass, Titanium Gr.5, Epoxy |
Maximum housing diameter |
75 mm |
Maximum length |
S2VC: 593 mm, S2SC: 634 mm |
Weight in air (without batteries) |
S2VC: 2480g, S2SC: 2710g |
Weight in water (without batteries) |
S2VC: -150g, S2SC: -50g |
S2VC |
Shallow water, 2MHz, Vertical orientation, Current meter |
S2SC |
Shallow water, 2MHz, Side-looking orientation, Current meter |
Pressure sensor, 0-30 m
Pressure sensor, 0-100 m
Pressure sensor, 0-500m
5m RS422 polyurethane cable with 8-pin inline connector and USB converter
10m RS422 polyurethane cable with 8-pin inline connector and USB converter
New features, fixes and functionality
Deployment planning, execution and recovery for Aquadopps purchased before 2024
Note. Firmware for legacy systems (pre April 2008) with version numbers starting with 0. or 1.
New features, fixes and functionality
Display of Aquadopp data
Converts Vector (.vec) files to .adv
Converts PolySync Vectrino (.vno) files to .adv
Converts Aquadopp (.aqd) and Vector (.vec) wave burst data to AWAC (.wpr) format
The standard deployment software for Nortek Aquadopp and Aquadopp Profiler instruments purchased after October 2023.
The software can be launched from your web browser, installed from Microsoft Store or downloaded as an offline installer file.
Processing of waves
Data processing and ready-to-print reporting software. Request quote for license
Analysis and processing of currents and directional waves. Request quote for license
Analysis and processing of current profiles. Request quote for license
Cable for external battery canister to 8-pin inline connector
Cable RS422 polyurethane with 8-pin inline connector and USB converter
Battery, 13.5 V - 50 Wh, alkaline
This slim battery can be used inside the main canister of your Nortek instrument.
Battery, 13.5 V - 100 Wh, alkaline
This slim battery can be used inside the main canister of your Nortek instrument.
Battery, 12 V - 165 Wh, lithium
This battery can be used inside the main canister of your Nortek instrument.
Battery canister, plastic with 4*18 AA pack w/cable 8-pin inline (300m rating)
Battery pack, 5-pack, 13.5 V - 50 Wh, alkaline
This slim battery can be used inside the main canister of your Nortek instrument.
Battery pack, 10-pack, 13.5 V - 50 Wh, alkaline
This slim battery can be used inside the main canister of your Nortek instrument.
Battery pack, 5-pack, 13.5 V - 100 Wh, alkaline
This slim battery can be used inside the main canister of your Nortek instrument.
Battery pack, 10-pack, 13.5 V - 100 Wh, alkaline
This slim battery can be used inside the main canister of your Nortek instrument.
Battery pack, 5-pack, 12 V - 165 Wh, lithium
This battery can be used inside the main canister of your Nortek instrument.
Battery pack, 10-pack, 12 V - 165 Wh, lithium
This battery can be used inside the main canister of your Nortek instrument.
Set of Anti-fouling patches for Aquadopp
This set is suitable for Aquadopp 300 m, Aquadopp Profiler 1MHz, Aquadopp Profiler 2MHz and Eco
