Description

Sontek RS5 ADCP – World’s Smallest & Most Robust ADCP

The Sontek RS5 is the world’s most compact and robust ADCP designed for accurate discharge data collection in rivers, streams, and canals. Small yet powerful, the RS5 paired with the Torrent Board Micro and SonTek-RTK delivers the highest quality water velocity and flow measurements in any environment.

Product Overview

The Sontek RS5 ADCP is engineered to provide reliable, high-precision results for hydrological studies and environmental water monitoring. With its modern, integrated design, it ensures accurate flow and velocity measurement while remaining portable and easy to deploy.

Key Features of Sontek RS5

1. Vertical Acoustic Beam

• Delivers superior channel definition for accurate cross-sectional area calculations.

• Measures depth directly under the system and extends maximum discharge depth if bottom-tracking is out of range.

2. SmartPulse+® Technology

• Combines Pulse-coherent and Broadband acoustic profiling.

• Automatically adjusts based on conditions for reliable bottom tracking and velocity profiling.

• Allows visualization of velocity data with cell sizes down to 2.5 cm.

3. Advanced Sensors

• Equipped with a 360º compass and two-axis tilt sensor for accurate heading and motion compensation.

• Pitch and roll sensors ensure precise velocity and depth readings even in rough conditions.

4. Bottom Tracking & Positioning

• Tracks vessel speed acoustically while providing secondary depth measurements.

• RTK GPS (optional): Ultra-precise positioning for challenging moving-bed conditions.

• DGNSS (optional): Integrated smart antenna as an alternative for difficult environments.

Integrated & Reliable Design

The Sontek RS5 houses its batteries and Bluetooth radio internally, eliminating the need for external electronics. Its modern BLE5 wireless technology offers:

• 100m wireless range.

• Five-minute data buffer to prevent data loss.

• Low-power, high-speed performance for long field sessions.

Why Choose Sontek RS5?

With its rugged build, intelligent algorithms, and advanced connectivity, the Sontek RS5 ADCP is built for hydrologists and environmental researchers who need accuracy, reliability, and ease of use in the field.

Download the RS5 ADCP brochure to explore complete specifications and see why the Sontek RS5 is a step above the rest.