RSS-2-300W Surface Velocity Radar
The Geolux RSS-2-300W radar sensor uses radar technology for providing contactless measurement of surface flow velocity. Contactless radar technology enables quick and simple sensor installation above the water surface with minimum maintenance.
Product Highlights
- Contactless surface velocity measurement
- Accuracy tested at Swiss Federal Institute of Metrology METAS and Brodarski Institut Labs
- RS-232, RS-485 Modbus, analog 4-20 mA interfaces in all models
- Remote configuration of all instrument parameters through any digital communication interface
- Robust small size IP68 aluminum or stainless steel enclosure
Applications
- Early flood warning
- Monitoring of flow and irrigation channels
- Accurate discharge monitoring in rivers
- Flow tracking in salt and copper mine channels
- Sewage and waste water discharge measurement
General Specifications
| Radar Type | K-band 24.075 GHz to 24.175 GHz Doppler radar, 20 dBm EIRP |
|---|---|
| Beam Angle |
12° Azimuth 24° Elevation |
| Detection Distance | 20 m above the water |
| Speed Range | 0.02 m/s to 15 m/s |
| Resolution | 0.001 m/s |
| Accuracy | 1% |
| Sampling Frequency | 10 sps |
| IP Rating | IP68 |
Electrical & Mechanical
| Input Voltage | 9 - 27 VDC |
|---|---|
| Power Consumption | 950 mW operational, 85 mW standby |
| Maximum Current | < 250 mA |
| Temperature Range | -40 °C to +85 °C (without heating or coolers) |
| Device Outer Dimensions | 110mm x 90mm x 50mm |
Interface
| Serial Interface |
1 x serial RS-485 half-duplex 1 x serial RS-232 (two wire interface) |
|---|---|
| Serial Baud Rate | 9600 bps to 115200 bps |
| Serial Protocols | GLX-NMEA, Modbus |
| Analog Output | 1 x 4-20 mA |
| SDI-12 Interface | Available with optional add-on module |
| Connector | M12 circular 12-pin |
