Compact SVP launched

The unit is based on the company’s miniSVS and offers a form factor designed for underwater vehicles where space is at a premium. Measuring sound velocity, temperature and pressure, the UV-SVP uses Valeport’s class leading time of flight sound speed sensor, a PRT temperature sensor and a 0.01% accuracy pressure transducer in a compact package weighing just 750g in air. The lightweight titanium housing gives a depth rating to 3000m as standard. A wide range (9-30v DC) isolated power supply and RS232 communications complete the package.

Developed in response to a specific customer requirement, the UV-SVP has already been adopted by Bluefin Robotics for integration into the Bluefin 9 AUV.

Kevin Edwards, Valeport sales and marketing manager commented: “The UV-SVP draws upon our existing technology and expertise. Initial feedback we’ve received to the new gauge has been very positive. Recent industry research indicates the AUV market is rapidly growing across all sectors and we believe this poses significant opportunities for space-efficient and accurate sensor instrumentation.”

With an established reputation for high quality, reliable and innovative instrumentation, the UV-SVP, – like all Valeport products – ,benefits from an industry-leading three-year warranty.

Valeport designs and manufactures instrumentation for the oceanographic, hydrographic and hydrometric communities with a worldwide customer base that includes: environmental, defence, oil and gas, renewable energy, construction, dredging and civil engineering sectors.

By Jake Frith