SonTek/YSI - CurrentSurveyor 3-axis 3D acoustic Doppler current profiling system - accurate velocity profiles from moving boats

CurrentSurveyor

The SonTek/YSI CurrentSurveyor is a state-of-the-art 3-axis (3D) acoustic Doppler current profiling system. CurrentSurveyor accurately measures velocity profiles from moving boats with unsurpassed accuracy and ease-of-use. The CurrentSurveyor combines advanced acoustic Doppler instrumentation with a software package that allows you to confidently measure current profiles in less time than ever. All you need is the boat and a PC, and the CurrentSurveyor does the rest.

ADP Brochure [PDF]

Primary Applications

• Environmental modeling

• Vessel traffic systems in ports/harbors

• Shallow-water current monitoring in rivers, channels, estuaries

ADP Application Notes [PDF]

When performing water-current surveys covering large areas, or when monitoring river discharge, it is often convenient to use a boat-mounted CurrentSurveyor Acoustic Doppler Profiler (ADP) system. When operating from a moving platform, an ADP measures relative currents. With hundreds of satisfied users around the world, ADPs are proven, capable and versatile.

Standard Features

Optional Features

SonTek Acoustic Doppler Profiler (ADP)
Bottom Tracking
Robust digital processing
8-bit A/D conversion
DGPS interface
Low power consumption
Temperature sensor
Low price
Proven SonTek reliability

Five acoustic frequencies:
0.25, 0.5, 1.0, 1.5, and 3.0 MHz
Mini-ADP configuration
FlowPack - velocity-indexing software tool

Expanded Description [PDF]
Directional Waves for ADPs - FAQs

Over the past decade, current profilers have greatly expanded the ability to make detailed current measurements in challenging field applications. Since its introduction in 1994 as the first profiler designed specifically for shallow water environments, the ADP has revolutionized the current profiler market.

Frequency	3000 kHz	1500 kHz	1000 kHz	500 kHz	250 kHz
Maximum Profiling Range	3m to 6m	15m to 25m	25m to 35m	70m to 120m	160m to 220m
Velocity — up to 100 range cells
Range	±10 m/s
Resolution	0.1 cm/s
Accuracy	±1% of measured velocty, ±0.5 cm/s
Power
Input	12-24 VDC
Typical Continuous Operating Comsumption	2.0 to 2.5 W
Typical Sleep Mode Comsumption	< 1 mW
Battery capacity (alkaline, 3 packs at 5° C)	1800 W·h
Compass/Tilt Sensor
Resolution	0.1°
Accuracy — Heading	±2°
Accuracy — Pitch, Roll	±1°

Doppler technology has several inherent advantages that make it the preferred method for current measurement. Combining this with SonTek’s proven ability to develop instruments that are both powerful and easy-to-use, the SonTek ADP/ADCP/Mini-ADP the ideal choice for a wide range of applications.

Want to learn more? Download the brochure, read real stories about how our customers use the system in the field, or participate in one of our online training sessions (“Webinars”) at your convenience!

Brochures
ADP/ADCP Brochure
MiniADP Brochure

Customer Stories
ADP Customer Stories

Training
Training Sessions and Podcasts

The Windows-based CurrentSurveyor real-time and post-processing software program was designed specifically for use in underway current profiling. The easy-to-use software allows you to confidently measure currents in less time than ever.