The Valeport Model 604 Deep Water CTD is an industry-standard instrument designed for high-accuracy profiling and fixed mooring applications. Built with a rugged titanium body, it is rated for depths up to 3000m and is suitable for oceanographic, hydrographic, and seismic operations .
Key Features & Capabilities
- Versatile Operation: Supports both Direct Reading (via PC or control unit) and Self-Recording modes.
- Advanced Materials: Features a high-strength Titanium body with a Stainless Steel 316 protective cage.
- Intelligent Sampling: Includes programmable sampling regimes (Time, Burst, or Depth triggering) and a conductivity trip mechanism to ensure it only operates when submerged.
- Software Integration: Compatible with Valeport Data Log™ Windows-based software for setup, data extraction, and real-time graphical displays.
- Extended Battery Life: Powered by internal “C” cells, providing approximately 200 hours of continuous use, which can be extended to over 200 days using Burst Mode.
- Memory: 128kbyte standard (20,000 records), with an optional upgrade to 1Mbyte.
- Calculated Data: Automatically computes Salinity, Speed of Sound, and Density Anomaly.
- Communications: Supports RS232 (up to 100m), RS485 (up to 1500m), and Digital Current Loop (up to 3000m) .
Physical Dimensions
- Instrument Size: 88mm diameter x 695mm length.
- Weight: 12.5 kg in air (in cage); 9 kg in water (in cage).