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RB01 Redback: Cup-type water current meter

RB01 Redback: Cup-type water current meter

Redback current meter measures water flow in streams, open canals and seas using a traditional method. Instrument features an advanced contact switching system, interchangeable buckets and durable tungsten tip pivot and bearing assembly for repeatable measurements.
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Construction
  • Cast brass body, nickel plated
  • 6 durable glass filled nylon buckets
  • Stainless steel bucket wheel frame
  • Stainless steel pivot with tungsten carbide tip
Operating Velocity Range 0.025 m/sec to 8 m/sec
Reed Switch Encapsulated reed switch
Output Signal
  • Voltage free digital signal
  • 1 full revolution of bucket assembly produces one pulse
  • Converted to direct velocity reading when used in conjunction with KISTERS’ CMCsp or PVD200
Overall Accuracy +/-1 %
Calibration and Calibration Method
  • Meter supplied with batch calibration certificate
  • Individual meter calibration available on request (additional costs):
    • Calibration in accordance with AS3778.6.3/ISO 3455 standard
    • Up to 3 line fit
    • Supplied with calibration and a rating table
    • Calibrated over full velocity range
Carry Case Heavy-duty case with durable moulded foam
Basic Kit (scope of delivery) Bucket meter, screw driver, 2.5 m connecting lead, calibration certificate and table, 30 ml of current meter oil
Dimensions and Mass 500 x 390 x 190 mm; 5 kg
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RB01 Redback – Cup-type water current meter
Cup-type water current meter
  • Robust construction
  • Interchangeable buckets in case of damage
  • High accuracy (+/-1 %)
  • Advanced contact switching system
  • Minimum starting velocity 0.025 m/s
  • Maximum velocity 8.0 m/s
  • Durable tungsten tip pivot and bearing assembly for long lasting replicated motion
  • Velocity displayed directly with KISTERS’ counters CMC20A, CMCSp, PVD200 or HTB01/ CMCbt HydroTab Stream Gauging Computer
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