Experts in the design and manufacture of hydrology and environmental monitoring instrumentation
FloStick RC4
Quick, Easy and Accurate Measurements
FloStick RC4
The Aqua Data FloStick RC4 Water Velocity Meter is a stand-alone instrument comprising velocity probe, wading rod and display housing, all in a single integrated package.
It uses the Faraday principle of electromagnetic induction and advanced analogue and digital electronics to offer an accurate, robust and low cost method of measuring water velocity, and logging data for later analysis.
Key Features
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Wider measurement range from true zero to 2m/s (3m/s optional)
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Reverse or saturated flow is indicated
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Exceptional sensitivity, ideal for measurements in very shallow and sluggish flows
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Equally accurate in clean or dirty water
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Small probe permits measurement close to fluid surface and channel bed or pipeline wall
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Unaffected by temperature variations and changes in density or suspended sediment
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Unique probe design for low vulnerability to fouling by weeds in rivers, or ragging up in sewers
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No moving parts and maintenance free
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Calibrated for life if maintained correctly
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Accuracy of 2% of reading, typically +/- 30mm/sec
Quick & Convenient
Simply remove the FloStick RC4 from its carry bag, and it is ready to use in seconds!
The enormous advantages of the Faraday method compared with other methods such as ultrasonic or Doppler are well established.
This one-piece integrated instrument offers a unique and convenient tool for making quick, easy and accurate measurements without any on-site setup, configuration or calibration being necessary.
Technical Specifications
FloStick RC4
Summary
Polyamide hi-visibility case sealed to IP65, with graphic LCD and encoder interface to make measurement and control easy with one hand.
In-built data logger with 2000 data points with time-stamp (expandable to 14000 data points).
Dimensions
Control box approx:
170x110x200mm (incl. handle)
Probe rod: approx. 900mm
Probe 20x30x100mm
Power supply
Built-in 5200mA-hour lithium ion rechargeable battery
Optional extras
FloStick Plus offers greater logging storage, increased max velocity recordings, greater accuracy and provision to plug in remote probe
Velocity range
Calibrated from 0.000 to 2.000m/s
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Resolution
0.001m/s
Display
144x32 graphic LCD with blue backlight, readable in bright sunlight
Duration
> 30 hours continuous use
Weight
1.4kg
Environmental
-10C to +50C
Buoyancy
FloStick will float in water
Incl. accessories
Shoulder carry bag, battery charger