Pressure (D)
RBR CTD | uv instruments use piezoresistive pressure (depth) sensors.
The sensor is protected by a clear plastic guard. During moored deployments with sediment in the environment, avoid orientations with the pressure sensor facing directly upwards.
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
Range |
20 / 50 / 100 / 200dbar |
Initial accuracy |
±0.05% full scale |
Resolution |
<0.001% full scale |
Typical stability |
±0.05% full scale / year |
Time constant |
<10ms |
Fig. 1. CTD | uv cell, with pressure sensor circled