Product Type: CTDs & SVs

Product 72

Sophy Gasson — Thu, 22 Nov 2007 10:48:00 GMT

SV Bar Check System
Intro: Low-cost, high accuracy hand held package designed to enable rapid checks of sound velocity checks in shallow water.

The SV Bar Check is a low-cost, high accuracy hand held package designed to enable rapid checks of sound velocity in shallow water. The system includes a sound velocity sensor, 20m of data/power cable, and the Smart View display and data logger. It is able to measure sound velocity at an accuracy of ± 0.05 m/s.

The SV Bar Check System is ideal for performing bar checks and harbor surveys from small boats. The system displays sound velocity in real-time, can calculate an average sound velocity in real-time and can store multiple profiles in memory.

The entire system is delivered in a case the size of a toolbox. The Smart View Data Logger is packaged in a NEMA 4X enclosure. Options include a pressure sensor, a variety of cable lengths, and a serial interface for downloading profiles to a computer.

Data Sheet: SV Bar Check

Product 78

Sophy Gasson — Thu, 22 Nov 2007 12:41:00 GMT

Smart SV
Intro: An intelligent active probe, designed for direct measurements of sound velocity in water using an innovative technique that measures 'time of flight' of a single acoustic pulse.

An intelligent active sensor designed for direct measurements of sound velocity in water using an innovative technique that measures 'time of flight' of a single acoustic pulse. The SV sensor is small in size, has an extremely fast response time and a high sampling rate making it the ideal sensor for any application.

AML's Smart SV probe is a low-cost instrument ideal for measuring sound velocity during fast profiles or tow speeds. This highly adaptive probe is ideal for integration into existing data collection platforms or OEM equipment. Connect it directly to a PC or combine it with an AML Smart View hand-held display and hand hauled profiles can be conducted in real-time.

The SV sensor has internal calibration coefficients and outputs real-time data to allow a “plug and play” environment. The optional addressable features provide for daisy chaining with other sensors allowing the user to create their own system. The Smart SV is now available with either AML’s hi-tech composite sensor or traditional invar-rod sensor. Invented in 2000, composite sensors eliminate path-length change due to corrosion and vibration, resulting in longer periods between calibrations. Temperature response time is immediate and range extends to 1600 m/s. On some applications, no zincs are required.

Accuracy:

Sound velocity ± 0.05 m/s

Data Sheet: Smart SV

Product 82

Sophy Gasson — Thu, 22 Nov 2007 15:56:00 GMT

SV Plus v2
Intro: A lightweight, rugged, intelligent profiler which records high resolution sound velocity profiles of a water column to depths of 5000m.

A lightweight, rugged, intelligent sensor for recording sound velocity, temperature and pressure profiles to depths of 5000m. The SV Plus v2 features a USB port for high-speed data download and has a user selectable sampling of 25Hz. Field accuracy is 0.05m/s; precision is 0.03m/s. In contrast, instruments that calculate sound velocity using Chen & Millero or Del Grosso offer accuracies of 0.25m/s at best.

Customers choose the SV Plus for reliability and accuracy. Each sound velocity sensor receives 700 individual calibration points carefully distributed over the sensor’s full range. The SV Plus v2 is available with either AML’s hi-tech composite sensor or traditional invar-rod sensor. Invented in 2000, composite sensors eliminate path-length change due to corrosion and vibration, resulting in longer periods between calibrations. Temperature response time is immediate and range extends to 1600 m/s. On some applications, no zincs are required.

AML has manufactured more than 3000 invar-rod sound velocity sensors, making the SV Plus a proven field partner. Used by surveyors worldwide and recommended by leading multi-beam manufacturers, the SV Plus is the industry standard for reliable sound velocity measurement.

Accuracy:

Sound velocity ± 0.05 m/s
Temperature ± 0.05°C
Pressure ± 0.05% FS

Related Products:

SV Xchange

Data Sheet: SV Plus V2 Brochure

Product 117

SuperUser Account — Fri, 24 Apr 2009 12:59:00 GMT

AML Minos SVP
Intro: The Minos SVP was designed for Ocean Professionals completing vertical profiling from small launches or boats. It is the only profiler on the market that can be entirely fitted with Xchange sensors, meaning that all sensors can be swapped in the field. The instrument need never return to the factory for calibration.

The Minos SVP was designed for Ocean Professionals completing vertical profiling from small launches or boats. It is the only profiler on the market that can be entirely fitted with Xchange sensors, meaning that all sensors can be swapped in the field. The instrument need never return to the factory for calibration.

At half the size of the SV Plus v2, the Minos is easier to handle and the LED light gives a clear indication of the instruments status, be it logging, or low on battery.

Like all of Applied Microsystems sound velocimeters, the SVP directly measures the time-of-flight of an acoustic ping. Time-of-flight measurement technology is between 5 and 10 X more accurate than traditional CTD based sound velocity equations.

Features;

. Small- half the size of the SV Plus v2, the Minos SVP has a diameter of 75.7mm, and length of 553.7mm.

. LED indicator – Flashing light indicates when instrument is logging and when battery is low.

. Sample rates of 25Hz

Accuracy;

. Sound Velocity - +/- 0.05 m/s

. Pressure - +/- 0.05%Fs

Data Sheet: Minos SVP Brochure

Product 113

Sophy Gasson — Tue, 04 Mar 2008 14:37:00 GMT

SV Xchange
Intro: AML’s SV Xchange is the industry’s only field-swappable sound velocity sensor. Any SV Xchange sensor can be connected to any Micro SV or SV Plus instrument - when you want, where you want - without compromising calibration accuracy.

AML’s SV Xchange is the industry’s only field-swappable sound velocity sensor. Any SV Xchange sensor can be connected to any Micro SV or SV Plus instrument - when you want, where you want - without compromising calibration accuracy.

With the SV Xchange you can increase instrument field time as spare calibrated sensors can be shipped to the instrument at the time of recalibration, allowing the instrument to stay in the field. Recalibrated sensors can be scheduled for just-in-time delivery, eliminating the headache of managing calibration expiry dates.

The SV Xchange also lowers the cost of ownership because the size and weight of the sensor will dramatically save on shipping costs and brokerage fees when travelling to and from the factory. It also provides a flexible option as damaged or out-of-calibration sensors can be swapped for field-ready spares on board the survey vessel.

Features:

Field Swappable: Any SV Xchange sensor can be used on any Micro SV or SV Plus instrument without compromising accuracy. Sensors can be swapped in minutes, without special tools.
Embedded Calibration: The SV Xchange sensor has on-board intelligence that allows calibration coefficients and other critical calibration information to travel with the sensor.
Data Traceability: All data files automatically include the SV Xchange sensor serial number and its calibration date, assuring traceability of profile data.
Extreme Environments: The intelligent measurement algorithm on board the SV Xchange assures extended operability in conditions of high turbidity or bio-fouling, particularly useful for dredging operations.

Accuracy: ± 0.025 m/s

Precision: ± 0.006 m/s

Related Products:

Micro SV & P

Micro SV & T

SV Plus v2

Data Sheet: SV Xchange

Product 73

Sophy Gasson — Thu, 22 Nov 2007 11:12:00 GMT

Micro CTD
Intro: Designed specifically for use on mobile platforms by AML. The low power requirements make the Micro CTD a natural choice for systems on tight power budgets.

The Micro CTD was designed specifically for use on mobile platforms by AML. The low power requirements make the Micro CTD a natural choice for systems on tight power budgets. It's small size and mechanical flexibility ensures excellence of fit with any host. With 25Hz sampling and rapid sensor response times, the instrument provides highly granular data even in high-speed applications.

Features:

Diameter of 50 mm and length of 316 mm
C & T sensors available in four different physical lay-outs
High speed, user selectable sampling rates to 25 Hz
Sensor response times between 10ms and 100ms

Accuracy:

Conductivity ± 0.01 mS/cm
Temperature ± 0.005°C
Pressure ± 0.05% FS

Related Products:

MiniBAT FC60

MiniBAT FW100

Data Sheet: Micro CTD Brochure

Product 74

Sophy Gasson — Thu, 22 Nov 2007 11:27:00 GMT

Micro SV
Intro: AML's Micro SV provides its customers with lower servicing costs and longer calibration periods than any previous SV sensor, while incorporating radical advances in 'time-of-flight' sound velocity measurement.

AML's Micro SV provides its customers with lower servicing costs and longer calibration periods than any previous SV sensor. The new composite Micro SV combines radical advances in ‘time-of-flight’ sound velocity measurement with hi-tech composite sensor materials, making it the obvious choice for any SV users who want to get the most out of their instrument.

As the Micro SV’s name would suggest, it is smaller than the original Invar SV sensor with a nominal length of just 214mm. Its size means it can be easily attached to the smallest AUV, ROV or tow body and as the new SV does not have any metal parts the need for sacrificial zinc anodes is eliminated, avoiding complex replenishments and cutting down the long term costs.

The Micro SV is a hi-tech probe which can also be adapted to include an AML temperature and/or pressure sensor. The Micro SV is now available with either AML’s hi-tech composite sensor or traditional invar-rod sensor. Invented in 2000, composite sensors eliminate path-length change due to corrosion and vibration, resulting in longer periods between calibrations. Temperature response time is immediate and range extends to 1600 m/s. On some applications, no zincs are required.

Accuracy:

Sound Velocity ± 0.05 m/s

Data Sheet: Micro SV Brochure

Product 79

Sophy Gasson — Thu, 22 Nov 2007 12:56:00 GMT

Smart SV & P
Intro: AML's low-cost Smart SV & P Probe is ideal for measuring sound velocity and pressure during fast profiles or tow speeds

AML's low-cost Smart SV & P Probe is a low cost instrument designed to measure sound velocity and pressure in water. This highly adaptive sensor is ideal for integration into existing data collection platforms or OEM equipment. Connect it directly to a PC or combine it with an AML Smart View hand-held display and hand hauled profiles can be conducted in real-time. Its small size, extremely fast response time and high sampling rate make the sensor ideal for fast profiles or tow speeds.

Both the SV and pressure sensors have internal calibration coefficients and outputs real-time data to allow a “plug and play” environment. The optional addressable features provide for daisy chaining with other sensors allowing the user to create their own system.

Accuracy:

Sound velocity ± 0.05 m/s
Pressure ± 0.05% FS

Data Sheet: Smart SV&P

Product 81

Sophy Gasson — Thu, 22 Nov 2007 15:14:00 GMT

CTD Plus v2
Intro: AML's updated version of their CTD Plus is ideal for measuring conductivity, temperature and pressure during long-term monitoring and profiling work

AML's updated version of their CTD Plus is ideal for measuring conductivity, temperature and pressure during long-term monitoring and profiling work. This high accuracy CTD has a sampling rate of 25Hz and it's rapid sensor response times minimize the need for pumping, data cleansing or data filtering. Moreover, the updated version of the Plus includes a USB download capability for high-speed data access. Instrument set-up is fast and easy and all accessories are included.

The CTD Plus v2 is easily customised for multiparameter monitoring and can integrate 10 additional analog or 5 additional digital sensors. Additional sensors are plug-and-play and remote sensors are connected to any end-cap connector, simplifying maintenance routines.

Accuracy:

Conductivity ± 0.01 S/m
Temperature ± 0.005°C
Pressure ± 0.05% FS

Data Sheet: CTD Plus V2 Brochure

Product 118

SuperUser Account — Fri, 24 Apr 2009 13:10:00 GMT

AML Minos CTD
Intro: The Minos CTD was designed for profiling from small launches or boats by a single person. The instrument is half the size of the Applied Microsystems CTD Plus v2 and features an LED status indicator that tells the user when the instrument is logging and when the battery is low. With the capability for 30 hours continuous sampling, it is the ideal instrument for profiling.

The Minos CTD was designed for profiling from small launches or boats by a single person. The instrument is half the size of the Applied Microsystems CTD Plus v2 and features an LED status indicator that tells the user when the instrument is logging and when the battery is low. With the capability for 30 hours continuous sampling, it is the ideal instrument for profiling.

Features;

. Small- half the size of the CTD Plus v2, the Minos CTD has a diameter of 75.7mm, and length of 553.7mm.

. LED indicator – Flashing light indicates when instrument is logging and when battery is low.

.Sample rates of 25Hz

.Sensor response times between 25 and 100m/s

Accuracy;

.Conductivity - +/- 0.01mS/cm

.Temperature - +/- 0.005˚c

.Pressure - +/- 0.05%Fs

Data Sheet: Minos CTD Brochure

Product 80

Sophy Gasson — Thu, 22 Nov 2007 15:04:00 GMT

Smart SV & T
Intro: Low-cost instrument from AML designed for measuring sound velocity and temperature and ideal for fast profiles or tow speeds

AML’s Smart SV & T Probe is a low cost instrument designed to measure sound velocity and temperature in water. This highly adaptive probe is ideal for integration into existing data collection platforms or OEM equipment. Connect it directly to a PC or combine it with an AML Smart View hand-held display and hand hauled profiles can be conducted in real-time. Its small size, extremely fast response time and high sampling rate make the sensor ideal for fast profiles or tow speeds.

Both the SV and temperature sensors have internal calibration coefficients and outputs real-time data to allow a “plug and play” environment. The optional addressable features provide for daisy chaining with other sensors allowing the user to create their own system.

Accuracy:

Sound velocity ± 0.05 m/s
Temperature ± 0.005°C

Data Sheet: Smart SV

Product 114

Sophy Gasson — Thu, 01 May 2008 14:51:00 GMT

Micro SV, T & P
Intro: AML's Micro SV T & P uses time-of-flight technology to measure sound velocity. By directly measuring the time-of-flight of an acoustic ping, AML improves sound velocity accuracies by a factor of five over CTD based calculations such as Chen & Millero or Del Grosso.

Applied Microsystems’ Micro SVT&P uses time-of-flight technology to measure sound velocity. By directly measuring the time-of-flight of an acoustic ping, AML improves sound velocity accuracies by a factor of five over CTD based calculations such as Chen & Millero or Del Grosso.

The Micro SVT&P’s 25 Hz sampling guarantees high resolution data even in high speed

applications. Similar response times on all three sensors eliminate the need for post processing of data and simplify the mapping of thermoclines and pictoclines. Originally designed to withstand the G forces of a moving vessel profiler, the Micro SVT&P is rugged and reliable.

Features:

User selectable sampling to 25 Hz
Small size - 50 mm x 316 mm
Externally powered with no memory, optional battery pack
Standard composite sensor eliminates path-length change due to vibration, corrosion and temperature

Accuracy:

Sound Velocity ± 0.05 m/s
Pressure ± 0.05% FS
Temperature ± 0.005°C

Related Products:

SV Xchange

Data Sheet: Micro SVT&P Brochure

Product 75

Sophy Gasson — Thu, 22 Nov 2007 11:38:00 GMT

Micro SV & P
Intro: AML’s Micro SV & P Sensor is a hi-tech composite sound velocity and pressure sensor.

AML’s Micro SV & P Sensor is a hi-tech composite sound velocity and pressure sensor. The instrument is customizable in terms of diameter, length, output format, power source, and connector style and remote sensors are fully modular. This makes the SV & P a totally adaptable instrument that can change with the applications needs.

AML's Micro sensors come in three sizes, ranging in diameter from 33mm to 102mm. As a standard, Micros come with RS 232 communications and use wet pluggable Micro 8 pin connectors.

The Micro SV & P comes in a compact size and is available as a single or multi sensor instrument. The hi-tech composite sensor materials provide users with longer intervals between calibrations as well as dramatic improvements in temperature response time.

Features:

Market leading sensor response times to minimize data spiking
Sample rates of 25 Hz for improved vertical or horizontal profiling
No pumps to maximize reliability and minimize power draw
Programmable sampling rates and programmable outputs
Plug and play approach to remote sensors

Accuracy:

Sound Velocity ± 0.05 m/s
Pressure ± 0.05% FS

Related Products:

SV Xchange

Data Sheet: Micro SV v1.05

Product 76

Sophy Gasson — Thu, 22 Nov 2007 11:41:00 GMT

Micro SV & T
Intro: AML’s Micro SV & T Sensor is a hi-tech composite sound velocity and temperature sensor.

AML’s Micro SV & T Sensor is a hi-tech composite sound velocity and temperature sensor. The instrument is customizable in terms of diameter, length, output format, power source, and connector style and remote sensors are fully modular. This makes the SV & T a totally adaptable instrument that can change with the applications needs.

AML's Micro Sensors come in three sizes, ranging in diameter from 33mm to 102mm. As a standard, Micros come with RS 232 communications and use wet pluggable Micro 8 pin connectors.

The Micro SV & T comes in a compact size and is available as a single or multi sensor instrument. The hi-tech composite sensor materials provide users with longer intervals between calibrations as well as dramatic improvements in temperature response time.

Features:

Market leading sensor response times to minimize data spiking
Sample rates of 25 Hz for improved vertical or horizontal profiling
No pumps to maximize reliability and minimize power draw
Programmable sampling rates and programmable outputs
Plug and play approach to remote sensors

Accuracy:

Sound Velocity ± 0.05 m/s
Temperature ± 0.005°C

Related Products:

SV Xchange

Data Sheet: Micro SV v1.05

Product 122

Sophy Gasson — Thu, 24 Jun 2010 12:32:00 GMT

YSI CastAway CTD
Intro: This compact handheld CTD is the first of its kind. With three touches of a magnetic stylus pen, simply drop the CastAway CTD in the water, pull it up, and have conductivity, temperature, depth and sound velocity measured in minutes. An attractive LCD screen provides easy access for setup, deployment, and immediate data review.

The YSI Castaway is a breakthrough product providing a simple to use platform providing you the data you need in minutes.

Conductivity, temperature, depth, salinity, sound speed
Built in GPS
Built in LCD display for easy data review
Bluetooth communication (no cables needed!)

Oceanographers, hydrographers, field technicians, surveyors and researchers now have the ability to quickly collect CTD and sound speed data for any dock, bridge of boat.

Related Products:

Application Notes: Castaway draft