Argonaut-ADV

SonTek Argonaut-ADV is the ultimate instrument for shallow water flow monitoring

Providing robust velocity measurements in a compact, easy-to-use package, the SonTek Argonaut-ADV is the ultimate instrument for shallow water flow monitoring. Ideal for low-flow applications in shallow streams, marshes, lakes, or water treatment facilities, the 3-axis (3D) Argonaut-ADV’s advanced Doppler technology measures single-point velocity away from flow obstructions. All signal processing is done internally, allowing the Argonaut-ADV to be readily integrated with a wide range of additional sensors.

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Providing robust velocity measurements in a compact, easy-to-use package, the Argonaut-ADV is the ultimate instrument for shallow water flow monitoring.

Ideal for low-flow applications in shallow streams, marshes, lakes, or water treatment, the Argonaut-ADV’s advanced Doppler technology measures single-point velocity away from flow obstructions. All signal processing is done internally allowing the Argonaut-ADV to be readily integrated with a wide range of additional sensors.

Standard Features
• Fixed sampling volume of 0.25cc located 10 cm from transducer
• 3-D down-looking 10 MHz ADV probe on 15 cm stem
• RS232 and SDI-12 communication protocols
• Flexible sampling strategies for reduced duty cycle operation and extended deployments
• 4 MB internal memory (over 100,000 samples)
• Acoustic altimeter
• Compass/tilt sensor
• Internal battery pack
• Temperature sensor for automatic sound speed compensation

Velocity — user-programmable data output rate
Range ±0.001 – 4.5 m/s (±0.003 to 15 ft/s)
Resolution 0.0001 m/s
Accuracy ±1% of measured velocity, ±0.001 m/s

Physical Parameters
Weight in air 3.18 kg (7 lbs)
Weight in water 0.45 kg (1 lb)
Pressure Rating 60 m
3-D Probe Circumference 130 mm (5.1 in)
2-D Probe Circumference 147 mm (5.8 in)

Temperature Sensor
Resolution 0.01°C
Accuracy ±0.1°C

Environmental
Operating Temperature -5° to 40°C
Storage Temperature -10° to 50°C

Pressure Sensor
Strain Gauge – Accuracy 0.1%
Power Requirements
Input Power 7-15 VDC
Typical Power Consumption 0.2 to 0.5 W, continuous operation

Optional Features
• 2-D and 2D/3D side-looking side-looking ADV probes
• ADV probe on 100 cm flexible cable
• RS 422 output
• Integrated pressure sensor for water level measurement
• Integrated SeaBird CTD
• Mounting clamps

Ordering Information:
TRITON-ADV Triton-ADV Wave Tide and Current Gauge
Triton-ADV Wave/Tide/Current Gauge with directional wave measurements accomplished via PUV processing, with RS232 serial interface. Features a 10-MHz, 3-D ADV sensor (with 10-cm distance to sampling volume) mounted on a 15-cm stem attached to a self-contained electronics package that includes internal compass/2-axis tilt and temperature sensors, and alkaline battery pack. System features Auto-Velocity Range selection. Electronics are housed in a Delrin pressure case with wet-mateable connector, and system includes software, shipping case, tool kit, and power supply.

Optional Parts
2507-10001 Add 1 GB recorder and supporting electronics board
6051-10155 Sensor, strain gage pressure (0.1pct accuracy), 30m
8006-80020 10-m power and RS232 communications cable, compact 8-pin male wet pluggable to 9-pin D-sub, 8-conductor
6054-60502 1-year extended manufacturer warranty on defects and workmanship
6047-00310 External battery case (for SL/XR/Triton). Includes canister, 1 alkaline battery pack, splitter cable, dummy plug, mounting plate, tool kit, and hardware
7371-00130 Clamp, stainless steel to fit 4″ diameter housings (6 m/sec max. velocity limit)

Argonaut-ADV-2005

Weight 20 kg
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