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CURRENT PROFILER

Aquadopp Profiler 2 MHz

Small and compact, short-range current profiling; option for PUV wave measurements

  • Up to 10 m current profiling range
  • Optional right-angle head
  • PUV-based directional wave measurements
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Overview

  • The Aquadopp Profiler is a highly versatile Acoustic Doppler Current Profiler (ADCP) available in four profiling range options, from < 1 m to > 85 m. The 2 MHz version has a current profiling range of up to 10 m. Designed for simple yet powerful operation, this current profiler is packed with features used by engineers and researchers to enable accurate and effective hydrodynamic data collection in a variety of environmental conditions.

Highlights

  • Up to 10 m current profiling range
  • Optional right-angle head
  • PUV-based directional wave measurements

Applications

  • Near-bed current profiles with fine vertical resolution
  • Mean flow measurements with high focus on ease of use and simplicity
  • Measurements in flow regimes with strong variations in flow speeds
  • Projects with needs for both high-resolution and normal-range current measurements
  • Measurements of combinations of waves and currents
  • Studies of deep-water currents
  • Studies of tidal currents
  • Mounted on surface buoys
  • Suitable for wave buoys
  • This instrument is used to perform river discharge measurements by River Insight.

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    • Water velocity measurements

      Maximum profiling range 4-10 m
      Cell size 0.1-2 m
      Minimum blanking 0.05 m
      Maximum number of cells 96
      Measurement cell position N/A
      Default position (along beam) N/A
      Velocity range ±10 m/s
      Accuracy ±1% of measured value ±0.5 cm/s
      Velocity precision Consult instrument software
      Maximum sampling rate(output) 1 Hz
      Internal sampling rate 23 Hz

    • Echo intensity (along slanted beams)

      Sampling Same as velocity
      Resolution 0.45 dB
      Dynamic range 90 dB
      Transducer acoustic frequency 2 MHz
      Number of beams 3
      Beam width 1.7°

    • HR option

      Maximum profiling range 3 m
      Cell size 7-150 mm
      Minimum blanking 0.03 m
      Maximum number of cells 128
      Range/Velocity limitations Product of profiling range and velocity should not exceed 0.5 m2/s (2 MHz system)
      Accuracy ±1% of measured value ±0.5 cm/s
      Max. sampling rate 1 Hz (continuous mode, )8 Hz (burst mode)”

    • Z-Cell option

      Cell zero acoustic frequency N/A
      Maximum profiling range N/A
      Number of beams N/A

    • Sensors

      Temperature: Thermistor embedded in head
      Temp. range -4 to +40 °C
      Temp. accuracy/resolution 0.1 °C/0.01 °C
      Temp. time response 10 min
      Compass: Magnetometer
      Accuracy/resolution 2°/0.1° for tilt < 20°
      Tilt: Liquid level
      Accuracy/resolution 0.2°/0.1°
      Maximum tilt 30°
      Up or Down Automatic detect
      Pressure: Piezoresistive
      Range 0-100 m (inquire for options)
      Accuracy/precision 0.5% FS / 0.005% of full scale

    • Analog inputs

      No. of channels 2
      Supply voltage to analogoutput devices Three options selectable through firmware commands: 1) Battery voltage/500 mA, 2) +5 V/250 mA, 3) +12 V/100 mA
      Voltage input 0-5 V
      Resolution 16-bit A/D

    • Data recording

      Capacity 9 MB, can add 4/16 GB
      Data record 9*Ncells + 32 bytes
      Diagnostics record N/A
      Wave record Nsamples * 24 + 60 bytes
      Mode Stop when full (default) or wrap mode

    • Real-time clock

      Accuracy ±1 min/year
      Backup in absence of power 4 weeks

    • Data communications

      I/O RS-232 or RS-422
      Communication baud rate 300-115200 Bd
      Recorder download baud rate 600/1200 kBd for both RS-232 and RS-422
      User control Handled via "Aquadopp" software, ActiveX®function calls, or direct commands with binary or ASCII data output

    • Connectors

      Bulkhead MCBH-8-FS
      Cable PMCIL-8-MP on 10 m polyurethane cable

    • Software

      Functions Deployment planning, instrument configuration, data retrieval and conversion (for Windows®)

    • Power

      DC input 9-15 V DC
      Maximum peak current 3 A
      Avg. power consumption 0.03 W
      Sleep current < 100 μA
      Transmit power 0.3-20 W, 4 adjustable levels

    • Batteries

      Battery capacity 1) 50 Wh (alkaline or Li-ion), 2) 165 Wh (lithium), 3) Single or dual
      New battery voltage 13.5 V DC (alkaline)

    • Environmental

      Operating temperature -5 to +40 °C
      Storage temperature -20 to +60 °C
      Shock and vibration IEC 60068-1/IEC60068-2-27/IEC60068-2-64
      EMC approval IEC 61000
      Depth rating 300 m, (3000 m and 6000 m option)

    • Materials

      Standard model POM and polyurethane plastics with titanium fasteners

    • Dimensions

      Maximum diameter 75 mm
      Maximum length ~550 mm (single battery), +110 mm (double battery) depending on head configuration

    • Weight

      Weight in air 2.2 kg
      Weight in water 0.2 kg

    • Options

      1) Alkaline, lithium or Li-ion external batteries, 2) Inquire for different head configurations

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    • Technical drawings

      SHP 2MHz General Arrangement - NGA011-016 Rev.-

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      SVP 2MHz General Arrangement - NGA011-018 Rev.-

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    • Approvals

      Declaration of conformity

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    • Main product

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      Aquadopp Profiler 2MHz

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      3000m Aquadopp Profiler 2MHz

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      6000m Aquadopp Profiler 2MHz

    • Probe type / Head

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      2 MHz Standard head - AQP

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      2 MHz Right-angle head - ASP

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      2MHz Deepwater Standard head - A3P

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      2MHz Deepwater Standard head - A6P

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      2MHz 3000m Right-angle head 3SP

    • Housing

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      Standard housing for two batteries or one 100Wh package

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      Short housing for one battery

      03

      Extra short housing for no batteries

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      3000-m depth rating with standard housing for two batteries or one 100 Wh package

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      3000-m depth rating with short housing for one battery

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      6000-m depth rating with standard housing for two batteries or one 100 Wh package

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      6000-m depth rating with short housing for one battery

    • Memory

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      9 MB of memory on motherboard (M8)

      02

      4 GB SD card data logger

      03

      16 GB SD card data logger

    • Pressure sensors

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      Pressure sensor, 0-10 m

      02

      Pressure sensor, 0-20 m

      03

      Pressure sensor, 0-30 m

      04

      Pressure sensor, 0-50 m

      05

      Pressure sensor, 0-100 m

      06

      Pressure sensor, 0-200m

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      Pressure sensor 0-3000 m (3000m Aquadopp Profiler 2MHz only)

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      Pressure sensor 0-6000 m (6000m Aquadopp Profiler 2MHz only)

    • Cables

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      10m RS232 polyurethane cable with 8-pin inline connector and USB converter

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      20m RS232 polyurethane cable with 8-pin inline connector and USB converter

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      30m RS232 polyurethane cable with 8-pin inline connector and USB converter

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      40m RS232 polyurethane cable with 8-pin inline connector and USB converter

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      50m RS232 polyurethane cable with 8-pin inline connector and USB converter

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      10m RS422 polyurethane cable with 8-pin inline connector and USB converter

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      20m RS422 polyurethane cable with 8-pin inline connector and USB converter

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      30m RS422 polyurethane cable with 8-pin inline connector and USB converter

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      40m RS422 polyurethane cable with 8-pin inline connector and USB converter

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      50m RS422 polyurethane cable with 8-pin inline connector and USB converter

    • Other

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      Compass and tilt sensor

      02

      Without compass and tilt sensor

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