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Pontoon Vertical Profiling System

Model SKU911624

Floating automated profiler that moves an EXO sonde through the water column, 0-50 m standard, for lakes, reservoirs, estuaries, bays and coastal waters.

Description

The Pontoon Vertical Profiling System is a floating, fully automated profiler that moves a YSI EXO or 6-Series sonde (with depth) up and down the water column at programmed intervals to collect high-resolution data. Data is sent by telemetry or direct connection. It is a complete solution from YSI's Integrated Systems & Services group.

Key features

  • Submersible, water-tight enclosure for system electronics
  • Rugged, non-corrosive mechanical winch and drive
  • Optional depth sounder that compensates for varying water levels from tides or reservoir levels
  • Uses top and bottom reference points; profiles up or down and parks at any depth
  • User-selectable sampling intervals; Profile Wizard software
  • Redundant error recovery logic
  • Options: meteorological package, SCADA interface

Applications

  • General monitoring of lakes, rivers, estuaries and bays
  • Research on upwelling events
  • Drinking water reservoirs and hydropower temperature studies

Specifications

Profile depth0-50 m standard; 0-100 m optional
Cable options50 m or 100 m
Depth setpoint accuracy±0.1 m
Minimum profile depth1 m
Maximum profile frequency~50% of duty cycle
Standard payloadYSI EXO or 6-Series sonde with depth

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