SonTek Argonaut®-XR ADCP Accoustic Doppler Current Profiler
Designed specifically for mounting on the bottom of a river, channel, or harbor, the XR features a special mode that automatically adjusts one of its measurement cells for changing water level. Its small size, rugged build, and flexible system architecture make the XR attractive for both real-time operation and autonomous deployments.
- Features
- Specifications
Standard Features
- MultiCell feature - 10 water velocity cells plus an eleventh automatically adjusting cell
- 3D water velocity
- Integrated piezoresistive pressure sensor
- Reflected echo intensity output
- SDI-12
- Mounting plate for easy installation
- RS-232 communication protocol
- ViewArgonaut Windows software for real time data collection, data retrieval, deployment, diagnostics and processing
- Flexible sampling strategies for reduced duty cycle operation
- Internal memory (stores over 20,000 samples)
- Compass/two-axis tilt sensor
- Temperature sensor on exposed titanium pin for fast response
Optional Features
- External battery pack for autonomous operation
- RPT Pressure sensor (20m max depth)
- Integrated CT sensor
The MultiCell Feature
MultiCell is an innovative way of current profiling. Combining all the benefits of classical current profiling with the dynamic AutoTide feature, users have the best of both worlds. The Additional dynamic velocity cell adjusts with changes in water level.
| Specification | 3.0 MHz | 1.5 MHz | 0.75 MHz |
|---|---|---|---|
| Maximum Range* | 6.0 m (20.0 ft) | 20.0 m (66.0 ft) | 40.0m (131.0 ft) |
| Resolution | 0.2 m (0.6 ft) | 0.4 m (1.2 ft) | 0.8 m (2.5 ft) |
* Maximum range may vary depending on environmental conditions.
| Specification | |
|---|---|
| Water Velocity — Range | ±6 m/s |
| Water Velocity — Resolution | 0.1 cm/s |
| Water Velocity — Accuracy | ±1% of measured velocty, ±0.5 cm/s |
| Temperature — Resolution | 0.01°C |
| Temperature — Accuracy | ±0.1°C |
| Compass/Tilt Sensor — Calibration Procedure | Built-in, Compensate for ambient magnetic fields |
| Compass/Tilt Sensor — Resolution | 0.1° |
| Compass/Tilt Sensor — Heading Accuracy | ±2.00° |
| Compass/Tilt Sensor — Pitch, Roll Accuracy | ±1° |
| Depth Rating | 200 m |
| Dimensions (dia x h) | 15.2cm x 18.0cm | 6.0 in x 7.1 in |
| Weight in Air | 2.5 kg | 5.5 lb |
| Weight in Water | -0.3 kg | -0.7 lb |
| Operating Temperature | -5° to 40°C |
| Storage Temperature | -10° to 50°C |
| Input Power | 7-15 V DC |
| Typical Power Consumption | 0.2 to 0.3 W Continuous 0.01 W Stand-by |
| Battery capacity (alkaline) | 500 W·h |
