SWiFTplus Turbidity CTD and Multiparameter Instruments

SWiFTplus combines a wide range of Turbidity observations with Valeport’s survey-grade sound speed, temperature, and pressure sensor technology coupled with the convenience of Bluetooth connectivity and rechargeable batteries. An integral GPS module, to geo-locate each profile, completes the package. Data can be easily and quickly downloaded and reviewed wirelessly, via Bluetooth, using an App, and instantly shared, in industry-standard SVP formats through email and cloud services. Using the provided USB adapter or cable, Valeport’s Connect software package provides further tools.

In addition to the directly measured turbidity, sound speed, temperature, and pressure observations, Conductivity, Salinity, and, therefore, Density is calculated using Valeport’s proprietary algorithm developed from extensive laboratory and fieldwork.

SWiFTplus FEATURES

• Multi-Parameter Profiler.
  – CTD, Sound Speed, Salinity, Density.
  – Dual Optical Backscatter (OBS) and Nephelometer Turbidity Sensor.
• 32Hz sampling rate.
• Bluetooth and USB connectivity.
• Integral GPS receiver for profile geo-location.
• Rechargeable Lithium-Ion Batteries.
• Dedicated PC software and iOS portable device App.

Valeport’s Turbidity technology is essentially two sensors in one. The first is a “classic” nephelometer, using a 90˚ beam angle for turbidity levels between 0 and 2,000 NTU. The second sensor uses Optical Backscatter (OBS) for turbidity levels up to 10,000 NTU.

The sensors output data separately and simultaneously at a programmable rate. This means that there is no need to switch ranges as conditions vary. Intelligent sampling and the use of a 24 bit ADC eliminate the need to switch a gain.

Specification

Turbidity
Linear Range	Nephelometer: 0 to >1,000 NTU - linear response¹ OBS: 0 to >4,000 NTU - linear response 1 & 2 ¹ depending on the suspended material ² >4,000 NTU has a non-linear monotonic response that allows the derivation of higher values using look-up tables\secondary calibration
Linearity	0.99 R²
Minimum Detection Level	0.03 NTU (Nephelometer)
Conductivity#
Range	0 - 80 mS/cm
Resolution	0.001 mS/cm
Accuracy	±0.05 mS/cm
Temperature	(Platinum Resistance Thermometer)
Range	-5°C to +35°C
Resolution	0.001°C
Accuracy	±0.01°C
Pressure	(Temperature compensated piezo-resistive pressure transducer)
Range	50 Bar
Resolution	0.001% FS
Accuracy	±0.01% FS
Sound Velocity	(Digital time of flight sensor)
Range	1375 – 1900 m/s
Resolution	0.001 m/s
Accuracy	±0.02 m/s
Salinity#
Range	0 - 42 PSU
Resolution	0.001 PSU
Accuracy	±0.05 PSU
Density#
Range	990 - 1035 kg/m3
Resolution	0.001 kg/m3
Accuracy	±0.05 kg/m3
Physical dimensions
Materials	Housing: Titanium
	Sinker weight: Stainless steel
	Optical window: Sapphire glass
Depth rating	500m
Dimensions	Ø78mm x Length 307mm (with sinker weight)
Weight	2.7kg (in air) / 1.7kg (in water) including optional sinker weight
Communications (set-up and data offload)
Bluetooth v4 - low energy
USB Serial
Memory
2 GB Internal Flash Card Storage
Electrical
Battery	Internal rechargeable Li-ion battery pack
Charging	USB - Supplied mains AC adapter
Software
Connect iOS for Bluetooth-compatible mobile devices: instrument set-up, data offload, and data display Connect PC for both USB and Bluetooth connectivity: instrument set-up, data offload, and data display Both will export data in common file formats that are compatible with industry-standard Hydrographic software packages Android App to follow

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reference: inameq.com