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Navis Autonomous Profiling Float
For Long-Term Deployments
Sufficient power for 300 CTD profile cycles to 2000 dbars.
Data Quality
Includes SBE 41 CTD, the Argo standard.
Communications
Iridium continuous circuit switched, 2-way communications for low-cost download of large amounts of data.
Easily Deployed
Lightweight and easy to deploy (< 18.5 kg).
Package Flexibility
Expandable and scalable design for future missions, such as biogeochemical floats, deep floats.
Specifications
Ballasting:
Self-ballasting, 1 day to equilibrate
Communication:
Iridium Transceiver 9523 — RUDICS, circuit switched
Depth Rating:
2000 dbar
Dimensions:
Hull diameter 14 cm, Ring diameter 24 cm, Total length 159 cm
Internal Batteries:
4 packs of 3 DD lithium sulfuryl chloride cells (cannot ship in passenger aircraft; Class 9 Dangerous Goods)
Material:
Aluminum hull, seamless natural-rubber external bladders
Memory:
CTD stores one 2000 decibar CTD profile; Navis stores 64 2000-dbar CTD profiles
Park Interval:
1 - 15 days
Position:
GPS, Garmin 15xL-W
Power Endurance:
300 2000 dbar profiles (mission-dependent, excludes optional sensors)
Self-Activation:
Starts operating automatically on deployment, when pressure reaches user-programmable setpoint
Weight:
Less than 18.5 kg in air (excludes optional sensors)