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Forestry Supplies YSI Castaway CTD

Forestry Supplies YSI Castaway CTD

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  • Portable & Durable: Compact, watertight design with a tough rubber jacket for use in harsh environments.
  • Real-Time Data Display: Integrated LCD screen for immediate data review, including profile plots and statistics.
  • Integrated GPS: Logs cast start and end times with position, eliminating the need for manual field notes.
  • Wireless Communication: Bluetooth-enabled; no need for cables or connectors.
  • User-Friendly Software: Includes GIS software for data analysis, mapping, and exporting.
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Product Description

Forestry Supplies YSI Castaway CTD

DESCRIPTION

The YSI Castaway CTD is a portable, hand-deployable instrument designed for hydrologic profiling. This advanced conductivity, temperature, and depth (CTD) device provides immediate, accurate data collection and analysis for marine, freshwater, and other hydrological applications. Its durable and compact design makes it ideal for fieldwork, while its Bluetooth-enabled wireless communication and GPS integration streamline the data collection process.

Key features like a 15 MB internal recorder capable of storing over 750 casts, a user-friendly LCD interface, and GIS software for mapping and analysis make the Castaway CTD an indispensable tool for researchers and professionals.

Key Features

  • Accurate Measurements: High precision across conductivity, temperature, and pressure.
  • Integrated GPS: Automatically records location and time for each cast.
  • Wireless Data Transfer: Bluetooth communication ensures hassle-free data download.
  • Portable Design: Lightweight (1.0 lbs) and compact for easy transport and deployment.
  • Long Battery Life: Operates for 40+ hours on two AA batteries.
  • Customizable Deployment: Use with a standard line, fishing rod, or diving reel.

Detailed Specifications

Feature Specification
Conductivity Range: 0-100,000 µS/cm; Accuracy: ±0.25% ± 5 µS/cm; Resolution: 1 µS/cm
Temperature Range: -5°C to 45°C; Accuracy: ±0.05°C; Resolution: 0.01°C
Pressure Range: 0-100 dBar; Accuracy: ±0.25% FS; Resolution: 0.01 dBar
Salinity (Derived) Range: Up to 42 (PSS-78); Accuracy: ±0.1; Resolution: 0.01
Sound Speed (Derived) Range: 1400-1730 m/s; Accuracy: ±0.15 m/s; Resolution: 0.01 m/s
Sample Rate 5 Hz
GPS Accuracy 10m; Acquisition Time: 1 min (cold start)
Battery Life 40+ hours with 2 AA batteries
Data Recorder 15 MB; Stores over 750 casts
Dimensions 2.8” Dia x 8” H
Weight 1.0 lbs

In Package

  • YSI Castaway CTD Instrument
  • Rugged Plastic Carrying Case with Foam Insert
  • Integrated GIS Software

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