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Ocean Networks Canada Inspection, Survey & Testing

Hydrophone calibrations

Automated digital hydrophone calibration from 0.1 Hz to 750 Hz and from 2 kHz to 100 kHz, for ocean noise monitoring organizations.

Description

ONC developed what it describes as the world's first automated, low frequency, digital hydrophone calibration system. Calibrated hydrophones are used to measure underwater sound accurately, including noise generated by ships and offshore activity.

Key features

  • Extreme low frequency range: 0.1 Hz to 750 Hz
  • High frequency range: 2 kHz to 100 kHz
  • Automated, digital calibration process

Applications

Used by international organizations that monitor ocean noise levels for scientific purposes or in relation to industrial operations such as shipping, construction, oil platforms and subsea mining.

Specifications

Low frequency range0.1Hz to 750Hz
High frequency range2kHz to 100kHz

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