Overview
The AWAC 600 kHz ADCP has become the standard reference technology in submerged wave-measurement applications. Thousands of these ADCPs have been deployed to capture the full wave spectrum in combination with current profiles. With a 60 m maximum range for wave measurements and 2 Hz sampling of the surface elevation, the AWAC 600 kHz is the optimal tool for medium water-depth current and wave measurements.
- Currents
- Waves
Highlights
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Real-time current profiles to 50 m range; real-time waves to 60m range
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Acoustic surface tracking (AST) with vertical beam
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Can be used both with fixed frames and subsurface buoys
Usage
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Online, real-time measurements of currents and waves
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Design data for planning of new coastal structures
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Site studies for offshore wind platforms
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Monitoring of transient waves for channel wall protection
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Studies of tidal currents
Setup
Designed for straightforward and reliable current and wave measurements in up to 50m of water, the AWAC 600kHz is configured using Nortek deployment software before installation. The AWAC is often considered the industry standard in wave measurements.
Deployment
AWACs are often bottom-mounted and/or implemented as part of real-time wave monitoring systems. Leading industry partners offer bespoke frames and buoys for the AWAC, Multiple communication protocols make simultaneous power and data transmission easy.
Data
Optional onboard wave processing allows real-time streaming of wave parameters to users onshore. Nortek’s SUV processing method (exclusive to AWACs and Signatures) enables quality wave measurements from a moving subsurface buoy. Nortek postprocessing software and/or display software is available for review or visualization of data, after deployment or in real time.
Maximum profiling range |
50 m |
Cell size |
0.5-8.0 m |
Number of cells |
Typical 20-40, max. 128 |
Velocity range |
±10 m/s horizontal, ±5 m/s along beam |
Accuracy |
±1% of measured value ±0.5 cm/s |
Velocity precision |
Consult instrument software |
Maximum output rate |
1 Hz |
Internal sampling rate |
4 Hz |
Sampling |
Same as velocity |
Resolution |
0.45 dB |
Dynamic range |
90 dB |
Transducer acoustic frequency |
600 kHz |
Number of beams |
3 beams 120° apart, one vertical beam, (90° apart, one at 5° for platform mount) |
Beam width |
3.1° |
Beam width vertical beam |
1.7° |
Maximum depth |
60 m |
Data types |
Pressure, one velocity along each beam, AST |
Sampling rate velocity (output) |
1 Hz |
Sampling rate AST (output) |
2 Hz |
No. of samples per burst |
512, 1024 or 2048 |
Range |
-15 to 15 m |
Accuracy/resolution (Hs) |
< 1% of measured value / 1 cm |
Accuracy/resolution (Dir) |
2° / 0.1° |
Period range |
1-50 s |
Cut-off period (Hs) |
5 m depth: 0.5 sec, 20 m depth: 0.9 sec, 60 m depth: 1.5 sec |
Cut-off period (dir) |
5 m depth: 1.5 sec, 20 m depth: 3.1 sec, 60 m depth: 5.5 sec |
Temperature: |
Thermistor embedded in housing |
Temp. range |
-4 to +40 °C |
Temp. accuracy/resolution |
0.1 °C/0.01 °C |
Temp. time response |
< 5 min |
Compass: |
Magnetoresistive |
Accuracy/resolution |
2°/0.1° for tilt < 15° |
Tilt: |
Liquid level |
Accuracy/resolution |
0.2°/0.1° |
Maximum tilt |
30°,AST requires < 10° instrument tilt |
Up or Down |
Automatic detect |
Pressure: |
Piezoresistive |
Range |
100 m |
Accuracy |
0.5% of full scale (optional 0.1% of full scale) |
Resolution |
0.005% of full scale |
No. of channels |
2 |
Supply voltage to analog output 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 |
Capacity |
9 MB standard, 4/16 GB (ProLog) |
Profile record |
Ncells*9 + 120 bytes |
Wave record |
Nsamples*24 + 1k bytes |
Mode |
Stop when full (default and Prolog) or wrap mode |
Accuracy |
±1 min/year |
Backup in absence of power |
1 year |
I/O |
RS-232 or RS-422. Software supports most commercially available USB– RS-232 converters |
Communication baud rate |
300-115200 Bd |
Recorder download baud rate |
600/1200 kBd for both RS-232 and RS-422 |
User control |
Handled via ”AWAC AST” software, or ActiveX®controls. ”Seastate” for online systems |
Output formats |
NMEA, Binary. Prolog provides same types also for processed wave and current data |
Bulkhead |
MCBH-2-FS, MCBH-8-FS, optional Souriau M-series metal connector for online use |
Cable |
PMCIL-8-MP on 10m polyurethane cable |
Functions |
Deployment planning, instrument configuration, data retrieval and conversion (for Windows®) |
DC input |
9-18 V DC |
Maximum peak current |
3 A |
Avg. power consumption |
0.76 W |
Sleep current |
< 100 μA |
Transmit Power |
1-30W, 3 adjustable levels |
Operating temperature |
-4 to +40 °C |
Storage temperature |
-20 to +60 °C |
Shock and vibration |
IEC 721-3-2 |
EMC approval |
IEC 61000 |
Depth rating |
300 m |
Standard model |
POM and polyurethane plastics with titanium fasteners |
Maximum diameter |
210 mm |
Maximum length |
203 mm |
Weight in air |
6.2 kg |
Weight in water |
2.9 kg |
Polyurethane jacket, Shore D hardness, 13 mm in diameter, max 2 km. Inquire for longer cables |
AWAC 600 kHz, four beams
Symmetrical transducer orientation
Platform head
9 MB of memory on motherboard (M8)
4 GB SD card data logger
16 GB SD card data logger
ProLog with wave processing
Pressure sensor, 0-10 m
Pressure sensor, 0-20 m
Pressure sensor, 0-20m, accuracy 0,1% of FS
Pressure sensor, 0-30 m
Pressure sensor, 0-50 m
Pressure sensor, 0-50m, accuracy 0,1% of FS
Pressure sensor, 0-100 m
Pressure sensor, 0-100m, accuracy 0,1% of FS
Pressure sensor, 0-200m
10m RS232 polyurethane cable with 8-pin inline connector and USB converter
20m RS232 polyurethane cable with 8-pin inline connector and USB converter
30m RS232 polyurethane cable with 8-pin inline connector and USB converter
40m RS232 polyurethane cable with 8-pin inline connector and USB converter
50m RS232 polyurethane cable with 8-pin inline connector and USB converter
10m RS422 polyurethane cable with 8-pin inline connector and USB converter
20m RS422 polyurethane cable with 8-pin inline connector and USB converter
30m RS422 polyurethane cable with 8-pin inline connector and USB converter
40m RS422 polyurethane cable with 8-pin inline connector and USB converter
50m RS422 polyurethane cable with 8-pin inline connector and USB converter
Compass and tilt sensor
Without compass and tilt sensor
Deployment planning, execution and recovery
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.
New features, fixes and functionality
Note. Firmware for legacy systems (pre April 2008) with version numbers starting with 0. or 1.
New features, fixes and functionality
Display of profiler data. Can be used in combination with Prof2NDP
Data conversion
Processing of waves
Data processing and ready-to-print reporting software. Request quote for license
Wave and current profile data visualization and processing software for online applications. Request quote for license
Virtual COM port driver to allow Nortek's serial-to-USB converters to function.
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 for AWAC and Continental (2-pin flat) (Old design)
Cable RS232 polyurethane with 8-pin inline connector and USB converter
Cable RS422 polyurethane with 8-pin inline connector and USB converter
Battery, 15 V - 1800 Wh, lithium
An optional high-capacity lithium battery for AWACs
Battery canister, aluminium for 36*D pack w/cable to AWAC 2-pin inline (500m rating)
Battery canister, aluminium for 2*36*D pack w/cable to AWAC 2-pin inline (500m rating)
Battery, 13.5 V - 540 Wh, alkaline
The standard battery for AWACs (13.5 V) that use an external battery canister.
Battery pack, 5-pack, 13.5 V - 540 Wh, alkaline
The standard battery for AWACs (13.5 V) that use an external battery canister.
Battery pack, 10-pack, 13.5 V - 540 Wh, alkaline
The standard battery for AWACs (13.5 V) that use an external battery canister.
Set of Anti-fouling patches for AWAC 600kHz
This set is suitable for AWAC 600kHz