HyQuant V: Water velocity radar sensor

HyQuant V: Water velocity radar sensor

HyQuant V compact sensor measures surface velocity in rivers, streams and open channels. Features 60 GHz V-band Doppler radar, adjustable filter settings, SDI-12 or Modbus interfaces. Optional upgrade to HyQuant L+V or HyQuant Q discharge available.
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Radar type/Frequency band FMCW* Doppler 60 GHz V-Band surface velocity radar sensor
Measurement range 0.05 m/s to 15 m/s
Output rate 1 Hz (1 measurement/second)
Accuracy 1% of measured value (in a range from 0.02 m/s… 4.50 m/s (0.0656 ft/s… 14.763 ft/s)) and
2% of measured value (in a range from 4.50 m/s… 15 m/s (14.763 ft/s… 49.212 ft/s))
Resolution 1 mm/s (0.003 ft/s)
Blanking distance 0.1 m (3.937 in)
Supply voltage (range) 10… 30 VDC
Power consumption at 12V Typical ~50 mA; Wi-Fi activated: ~90 mA (incl. optional upgrade to Q)
Beam angle 8° azimuth; 12° elevation
Ingress protection IP68
Communication and interfaces SDI-12, Modbus, Wi-Fi
Operating temperature range -40… +80 °C (-40… 176 °F)
Humidity range 0… 100 % RH, non-condensing
Dimensions and weight HyQuant sensor with backplate:
LxWxH: 160 x 97 x 91 mm, 1.15 kg (6.29 x 3.81 x 3.58 in, 2.53 lb)
Packaged dimensions: LxWxH: 300 x 300 x 187 mm, 2.5 kg (11.81 x 11.81 x 7.36 in, 5.51 lb)
Signal connector M12 8-pin
Materials Housing: powder-coated aluminium; cover/radome: HDPE
Compliance CE, FCC Class B, UL, RoHS

*FMCW: Frequency Modulated Continuous Wave

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HyQuant V – Water velocity radar sensor
Water surface velocity radar sensor
  • 20 m max. measurement distance
  • Data interfaces: SDI-12 or Modbus
  • Configuration via Wi-Fi: using KISTERS’ free HyComm software with automatic firmware updates or SDI-12 or Modbus with a PC adapter or data logger
  • No dead zone: measures up to the housing cover
  • Low power operation
  • Effortless maintenance
  • Readings in either metric or imperial units
  • 10 m (32.80 ft) cable, torx key, and a 360° adjustable rotation mounting bracket included
  • Simple set-up process via Quick Installation Guide
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