Features & Applications
Features
- Highly sensitive miniature fluorometer
- Low cost solution for algae monitoring and dye detection at low concentrations
- Real-time data output in μg/l
- User configurable sampling frequency from 0.1 Hz to 3 Hz
- Robust ambient light and turbidity rejection
- Data display and logging with Hawk and Watchkeeper accessories
Applications
- In situ chlorophyll & algae class studies
- Monitoring within water treatment plants
- Taste & odour issues
- Environment & water quality monitoring
- Monitoring spatial & temporal changes in algae class composition
- Early warning of bloom detection
- Dye tracing
- Particulate studies
- Process control
- Integration within marine CTDs, AUVs and towed vehicles
Specifications
Performance
Parameters | Dynamic Range* | Limit of Detection |
Chlorophyll a | 0 to 400 μg/L | <0.01 μg/L |
Phycoerythrin (Cyanobacteria) | 0 to 400 μg/L | <0.02 μg/L |
Phycocyanin (Cyanobacteria) | 0 to 400 μg/L | <0.01 μg/L |
Rhodamine | 0 to 100 μg/L | <0.02 μg/L |
Fluorescein | 0 to 100 μg/L | <0.005 μg/L |
* Configurable up to 1000 μg/L
Mechanical
Size | Ø 26.5 mm x 140 mm (including connector) |
Weight in air | 100 g |
Pressure housing | Acetal C |
Depth rating | 600 metres |
Connector | MCBH-6-MP-SS |
Electrical
Input voltage | 11 to 25 Vdc |
Data output | Digital RS232 and analogue 0 to 5 Vdc (RS422, SDI-12 and 4-20 mA options available) |
Power requirements | <1 Watt @ 12 V |