CB-75-SVS Wave Buoy CB-75-SVS Wave Buoy

CB-75-SVS Wave Buoy

The compact CB-75-SVS Wave Buoy offers the latest in real-time wave observations with flexible communications and optional expansion with additional sensors.

Features

Compact Compact

Compact

With 21” (53.34cm) hull diameter and less than 40 lb. (18.2kg) weight, the CB-75-SVS can measure waves in drifting, tethering or mooring applications.

Compact

With 21” (53.34cm) hull diameter and less than 40 lb. (18.2kg) weight, the CB-75-SVS can measure waves in drifting, tethering or mooring applications.

Compact Compact
Self-Powered Self-Powered

Self-Powered

Three integrated 4-watt solar panels are evenly spaced around the buoy to capture sunlight from any direction and charge the internal buoy battery.

Self-Powered

Three integrated 4-watt solar panels are evenly spaced around the buoy to capture sunlight from any direction and charge the internal buoy battery.

Self-Powered Self-Powered
Integrated Wave Sensor Integrated Wave Sensor

Integrated Wave Sensor

Wave height, period and direction are measured with the industry-leading SeaView Systems SVS-603HRi inertial wave sensor built directly into the waterproof buoy electronics.

Integrated Wave Sensor

Wave height, period and direction are measured with the industry-leading SeaView Systems SVS-603HRi inertial wave sensor built directly into the waterproof buoy electronics.

Integrated Wave Sensor Integrated Wave Sensor
Data Logging Data Logging

Data Logging

The CB-75-SVS Wave Buoy includes the X3-SVS Wave Data Logger with integrated power supply, wet-mate marine connectors and optional wireless telemetry.

Data Logging

The CB-75-SVS Wave Buoy includes the X3-SVS Wave Data Logger with integrated power supply, wet-mate marine connectors and optional wireless telemetry.

Data Logging Data Logging
Wireless Communications Wireless Communications

Wireless Communications

The X3-SVS wave data logger is available with 4G cellular or Iridium satellite communications. The integrated antenna is nestled securely beneath the solar top.

Wireless Communications

The X3-SVS wave data logger is available with 4G cellular or Iridium satellite communications. The integrated antenna is nestled securely beneath the solar top.

Wireless Communications Wireless Communications
System Expansion System Expansion

System Expansion

Two additional sensor ports on the X3-SVS wave data logger allow for optional expansion with GPS receivers, meteorological stations, water quality sondes and other sensor types.

System Expansion

Two additional sensor ports on the X3-SVS wave data logger allow for optional expansion with GPS receivers, meteorological stations, water quality sondes and other sensor types.

System Expansion System Expansion
Top-to-Bottom Ports Top-to-Bottom Ports

Top-to-Bottom Ports

Three 1.5-inch pass-through ports allow for sensors to be mounted underwater while securely routing the cable. Each port includes a slotted cap secured by hex bolts.

Top-to-Bottom Ports

Three 1.5-inch pass-through ports allow for sensors to be mounted underwater while securely routing the cable. Each port includes a slotted cap secured by hex bolts.

Top-to-Bottom Ports Top-to-Bottom Ports
Mooring Connections Mooring Connections

Mooring Connections

Three eye nuts on the bottom frame provide mooring points for tethering and mooring applications. The stainless steel instrument cage provides ballast weight and also includes a mooring eye.

Mooring Connections

Three eye nuts on the bottom frame provide mooring points for tethering and mooring applications. The stainless steel instrument cage provides ballast weight and also includes a mooring eye.

Mooring Connections Mooring Connections
Solar Beacon Solar Beacon

Solar Beacon

The optional solar marine light has a one to three nautical mile range and securely mounts to the buoy top plate for maximum visibility.

Solar Beacon

The optional solar marine light has a one to three nautical mile range and securely mounts to the buoy top plate for maximum visibility.

Solar Beacon Solar Beacon
Built to Last Built to Last

Built to Last

Constructed of cross-linked polyethylene foam with a heavy polymer skin and an indestructible stainless steel frame, the CB-75-SVS is designed for years of service.

Built to Last

Constructed of cross-linked polyethylene foam with a heavy polymer skin and an indestructible stainless steel frame, the CB-75-SVS is designed for years of service.

Built to Last Built to Last

Tech Specs

Wave Sensor: SeaView Systems SVS-603HRi
Parameters: Hs Wave Height (Significant Wave Height), TP (DPD) Wave Period, Dominant Wave Direction, Mean Wave Direction (MWD), Te Energy Period, RMS Tilt Angle, Max Tilt Angle
Range: Wave Height: 0.2-20m; Wave Period: 1.5-20 seconds; Wave Direction: 0-360°
Resolution: Wave Height: 0.001m; Wave Period: 0.001 seconds; Wave Direction: 0.001°
Accuracy: Wave Height: +/- 0.5cm; Wave Period: <1%; Wave Direction: +/-2°
Buoy: NexSens CB-75
Hull Outer Diameter: 21” (53.34cm)
Hull Height: 13” (33.02cm)
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Tower Height: 8.2” (20.83cm)
Solar Panels: 3x 4-watts
Weight: 40 lb. (18.20kg)
Net Buoyancy: 75 lb. (34.00kg)
Tethering Attachments: 3x 3/8” eye nuts
Data Logger: NexSens X3-SVS
Operating Temperature: -40°C to 70°C
Rating: IP68
User Interface: Wireless Bluetooth or wired RS-485 via USB adapter to CONNECT Software; WQData LIVE Web Datacenter with optional wireless telemetry; Status beeps
Real Time Clock (RTC): <30sec/month drift1; Auto-sync weekly2; Internal backup battery
Data Logging: 8 MB non-volatile flash memory; >1 year storage with 20 parameters at 15-minute interval; Max 200 parameters per log interval
Log Interval: User configurable from 5-minute (20-minute default)3; Unique interval per sensor
Transmit Interval: User configurable from 5-minute (10-minute default)
Transmission Trigger: Time-based; Selective parameter upload option
Sensor Interfaces: RS-232 (2 Channels), SDI-12, RS-485, Pulse Count
Built-in Sensors: Temperature (-40° to 100°C, 0.016°C resolution, ±0.3°C accuracy); Humidity (0% to 100%, 0.03% resolution, ±4% accuracy from 5 to 95% RH; System voltage; System current; System power; Real-time clock (RTC) battery voltage
Sensor Ports: (2) MCBH-8-MP for sensor interface (RS-232, RS-485, SDI-12, Power, GND)
Power Port: (1) MCBH-6-FS for power and communication (12V Solar In, Power Switch, RS-485 Host, GND)
Telemetry Options: 4G LTE global cellular; Iridium satellite
Antenna Port: Type N female

Notes

1 Assumes 25ºC operating temperature
2 Requires the X3-SVS to be connected to the internet
3 Minimum log interval dependent on sensor limitations and processing time

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