Overview
With all the features and capabilities of the standard Aquadopp, the deepwater Aquadopp 6000 m current meter has been used and proven by oceanographers around the world for almost 20 years. Thanks to innovative data diagnostic features for challenging environments, it provides exceptionally high-quality 3D currents in a form factor that is easy to install in any type of mooring line configuration, or simply attached to a bottom or surface platform.
The 6000 m Aquadopp now offers 6% broadband measurements and “hibernation mode” between measurements, enabling precise data collection with lower power consumption. The upgraded deepwater Aquadopp design also offers increased internal battery storage, extending potential deployment duration.
- Currents
Highlights
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Single-point current meter capable of measuring at full ocean depth
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Titanium housing
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Diagnostics mode for mooring performance evaluation
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LED blinks when pinging for peace of mind during deployment
Usage
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Studies of deep-water currents
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Attached to mooring lines
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Combined with riser monitoring systems
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Near-bed current measurements from landers
Setup
Nortek deployment software allows users to customize their 600m Aquadopp deployment in a straightforward manner, providing guidance on deployment schemes, battery power and required internal memory.
Deployment
The 6000m Aquadopp is the ideal current meter for deep-water moorings with a designated mooring-specific head design available. The instrument is capable of very long-term, unsupported deployments thanks to its low power consumption, internal data collection 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 |
Accuracy |
±1% of measured value ±0.5 cm/s |
Horizontal velocity precision (consult instrument SW) |
Typ. 1 cm/s |
Maximum sampling rate (output) |
2 Hz |
Internal sampling rate |
4 Hz |
Sampling |
Same as velocity |
Resolution |
0.5 dB |
Dynamic range |
90 dB |
Transducer acoustic frequency |
2 MHz |
Number of beams |
3 |
Beam width |
1.7° |
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 |
6000 m |
Accuracy/precision |
0.25% 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 |
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 |
Absolut maximum DC input |
26 VDC |
Maximum peak current |
4.5 A |
Power consumption |
Consult Nortek Deployment Software |
Sleep current |
< 10 uA |
Transmit power |
0.45-45 W, adjustable over 20 dB |
Internal battery capacity |
1-3 x 50 Wh (Alkaline); 1-3 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) |
New battery voltage |
13.5 VDC |
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 |
6000m |
Bulkhead (Impulse) |
MCBH-8-FS titanium |
Cable |
PMCIL-8-MP on 5m (default) polyurethane cable |
Standard model |
Titanium Gr. 5, POM, Naval Brass, epoxy |
Maximum housing diameter |
84 mm |
Maximum length |
623 mm |
Weight in air (without batteries) |
7600 g |
Weight in water (without batteries) |
4350 g |
D2VC |
Deep water, 2Mhz, Vertical orientation, Current meter |
Aquadopp, 6000 m depth rating
Pressure sensor 0-6000 m (6000-m system)
5m RS422 polyurethane cable with 8-pin inline connector and USB converter
10m RS422 polyurethane cable with 8-pin inline connector and USB converter
Data conversion to MATLAB format (*.mat)
Deployment planning, execution and recovery
New features, fixes and functionality
Note. Firmware for legacy systems (pre April 2008) with version numbers starting with 0. or 1.
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 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 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.
