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Model 106 Current Meter

The Model 106 is the ideal instrument for coastal and estuarine applications and other light-duty survey work.

A low cost, lightweight alternative to larger flow meters, it is purpose-built for applications where the superior durability and depth rating of Valeport’s larger meters is not necessary. The instrument is manufactured from titanium and polymers, giving excellent resistance to corrosion, whilst maintaining a small size and low weight. Utilising the standard Valeport 125mm diameter impeller, the Model 106 features speed and direction parameters as standard, with further options of temperature and depth. Data (logged or real time) is compatible with Valeport’s DataLog™ software.

Support

Model 106 Datasheet
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Model 106 Datasheet - French
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Model 106 Datasheet - Italian
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Model 106 Operating Manual
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Software

DataLog X2
1.1.0.1315
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CDU Express
C3
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Technical Specifications

Sensors

Current Speed

Type:
High Impact Styrene Impeller
Size:
125 mm diameter by 270 mm pitch
Range:
0.03 to 5 m/s
Accuracy:
±0.004 m/s (below 0.15m/s)
±1.5% of reading (above 0.15m/s)

Direction

Type:
Flux gate compass
Range:
0 to 360°
Accuracy:
± 2.5°
Resolution:
0.5°

Temperature

Type:
Thermistor
Range:
-5 to 35°C
Accuracy:
Accuracy: ± 0.2°C
Resolution:
0.01°C

Pressure

Type:
Strain Gauge Transducer
Range:
50, 100, 200 or 500 dBar
Accuracy:
± 0.2% Range
Resolution:
0.025% Range

Data Acquisition

The current meter works on a basic 1 second cycle, during which the impeller counts are taken and a single compass heading reading is made. From this, East and North velocity vectors are calculated, which are then summed over the averaging period. The additional parameters of temperature and pressure (if fitted) are sampled once every sample period, and averaged over the averaging period.

Data Recovery
Direct to PC via communications port. Maximum RS232 data rate of 19200
baud.
Switching On/Off
The meters are switched on and off through software control, either by the DataLog x2 software or by using the Model 8008 CDU. However, for autonomous, self-recording operation the 106 is supplied with a SubConn switch cap that fits in place of a direct cable connection.

Display Unit

The Model 106 may be used with a dedicated display unit for real time operations allowing instrument setup and data display.

Size:
244 x 193 x 94 mm, 2 kg
Protection:
IP67 (10 [email protected] m)

Memory

512 Kbyte Solid State Memory. Each parameter record uses 2 bytes. As an example, this gives a duration of over 1 week with full parameter sampling every 10 seconds, or 220 days with sampling every 5 minutes.

Power

Internal:
1 x D cell. 1.5 V alkaline cell gives approximately 30 days at 10 second sample rate, or 56 days at 5 minute sample rate. 3.6 V Lithium cell gives approximately 90 days at 10 second sample rate, or 180 days at 5 minute sample rate.
External:
For external supply, power must be in the range of 12-28 V DC. Power can also be taken from the Model 8008 CDU.

Communications

Fitted with SubConn MCBH10F (Brass) RS232 to PC over cable lengths up to 200 m. Digital Current Loop to Model 8008 CDU, or to PC over longer cable lengths (requires additional adapter).

Physical

Instrument

Materials:
Titanium, acetal and ABS plastic
Size:
Ø640 mm x 50 mm
tail 133 mm wide x 270 mm high
Weight:
3 kg (air), 2 kg (water)
Depth Rating:
500 m

Shipping

Model 106 Size:
84 cm x 42 cm x 39 cm
Model 106 Weight:
17 kg
50m Cable Size:
42 cm x 33 cm x 49 cm
Cable Weight:
11 kg

Software

System is supplied with DataLog X2 Windows based PC software, for instrument setup, data extraction and display of tabular and graphical data plots. DataLog X2 is licence free.

Ordering

0106004SCXX
Model 106 Self Recording/Direct Reading Fitted with:
· Speed and Direction with Pressure (Depth)
Supplied with:
- Communications lead (3m Y lead)
- Switch Cap
- Software
- Operating manual, Tool kit and transit case.
0106005SCXX
As 0106001SC plus Temperature & Depth
Note:
(XX denotes pressure transducer range)

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