300K/600K/1200KHz Five-Beam RIV F ADCP | Acoustic Doppler Current Profiler
300K/600K/1200KHz Five-Beam RIV F ADCP | Acoustic Doppler Current Profiler,
Five-beam Acoustic Doppler Current Profiler ADCP for river discharge measurement ADCP for water velocity profiling River flow measurement ADCP 300 kHz ADCP 600 kHz ADCP 1200 kHz ADCP,
RIV-F5 Series Five-beam ADCP
Frankstar RIV-F5 Series is the newly launched five-beam Acoustic Doppler Current Profiler. The system delivers real-time, accurate and reliable data including current velocity, flow discharge, water level and water temperature. Widely deployed for flood early warning systems, water diversion projects, aquatic environmental monitoring, smart agriculture and intelligent water conservancy management. Equipped with a five-beam transducer integrated with an independent central sounding beam reaching up to 160 m, it greatly enhances bottom tracking performance for high-sediment waters, ensuring more accurate and stable sampling results.
Even under complex hydrological environments featuring high turbidity and rapid flow velocity, the RIV-F5 ADCP maintains outstanding measurement performance, reaching the technical level of top international counterparts. It serves as a premium, cost-effective five-beam ADCP solution for high-performance current profiling tasks.
Key Features
Military-Grade Acoustic Technology & Stable Quality
Adopts mature high-grade acoustic technology with strict quality control to support long-term continuous field observation.
5-Beam Design with Independent Central Sounding Beam
Built-in 160 m central sounding beam, optimized for high-sediment turbid waters and improves bottom tracking stability significantly.
Rugged Internal Structure & Low Maintenance
Solid mechanical framework reduces on-site maintenance workload for long-term underwater deployment.
Remote Data Upload Function
Supports automatic uploading of measured data to designated web servers for remote monitoring platform integration.
Excellent Cost Performance
Comparable core functions and specifications with mainstream international ADCP products at a more competitive price.
Professional Technical Support
Supported by experienced oceanographic technicians, providing fast response and comprehensive technical assistance during measurement campaigns.
Technical Specifications
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Item |
RIV-300 |
RIV-600 |
RIV-1200 |
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Current Profiling |
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Frequency |
300kHz |
600kHz |
1200kHz |
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Profiling Range |
1~120 m |
0.4~80 m |
0.1~35 m |
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Velocity Range |
±20 m/s |
±20 m/s |
±20 m/s |
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Accuracy |
±0.3% ±3 mm/s |
±0.25% ±2 mm/s |
±0.25% ±2 mm/s |
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Resolution |
1 mm/s |
1 mm/s |
1 mm/s |
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Layer Size |
1~8 m |
0.2~4 m |
0.1~2 m |
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Number of Layers |
1~260 |
1~260 |
1~260 |
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Update Rate |
1 Hz |
1 Hz |
1 Hz |
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Bottom Tracking |
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Central Sounding Frequency |
400kHz |
400kHz |
400kHz |
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Tilted Beam Depth Range |
2~240 m |
0.8~120 m |
0.5–55 m |
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Vertical Beam Depth Range |
160 m |
160 m |
160 m |
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Accuracy |
±0.3% ±3 mm/s |
±0.25% ±2 mm/s |
±0.25% ±2 mm/s |
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Velocity Range |
±20 m/s |
±20 m/s |
±20 m/s |
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Update Rate |
1 Hz |
1 Hz |
1 Hz |
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Transducer & Hardware |
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Type |
Piston |
Piston |
Piston |
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Mode |
Broadband |
Broadband |
Broadband |
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Configuration |
5 beams (central sounding beam) |
5 beams (central sounding beam) |
5 beams (central sounding beam) |
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Built-in Sensors |
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Temperature |
Range: -10°C ~ 85°C; Accuracy: ±0.5°C; Resolution: 0.01°C |
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Tilt Motion |
Range: ±50°; Accuracy: ±0.2°; Resolution: 0.01° |
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Heading |
Range: 0~360°; Accuracy: ±0.5°(calibrated); Resolution: 0.1° |
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Power & Communication |
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Power Consumption |
≤3 W |
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DC Input |
10.5 V ~ 36 V |
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Communication Interface |
RS422, RS232 or 10M Ethernet |
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Storage |
Standard 2G, customizable capacity supported |
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Mechanical & Environmental |
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Housing Material |
POM (standard), titanium alloy or aluminum alloy optional according to depth rating |
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Dimension |
245 mm (H) × Φ225 mm |
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Weight |
7.5 kg in air, 5 kg in water (standard version) |
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Maximum Depth Rating |
400 m / 1500 m / 3000 m / 6000 m optional |
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Operating Temperature |
-5 °C ~ 45 °C |
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Storage Temperature |
-30 °C ~ 60 °C |
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Supporting Software |
IOA river current measurement software with data acquisition and navigation modules |
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Application Scenarios
Frankstar RIV-F5 five-beam ADCP is widely used for river hydrological monitoring, flood early warning, water transfer project monitoring, estuarine tidal current observation, offshore engineering surveys and aquatic environment research. The built-in central sounding beam makes it the preferred profiling instrument for high-sediment rivers and turbid coastal waters. It can be deployed on stationary platforms, survey vessels and ocean observation buoys for long-term continuous current profile acquisition.
Note: All above technical parameters can be customized according to project requirements.
Five-Beam RIV F ADCP: Advanced Acoustic Doppler Current Profiler for River Flow Measurement
Introduction
Accurate measurement of water velocity and flow is essential for hydrological surveys, river management, water resource assessment, and aquatic research. Conventional current measurement methods can require multiple measurement points and significant fieldwork, making efficient and continuous water current profiling increasingly important.
The Frankstar Five-Beam RIV F ADCP (Acoustic Doppler Current Profiler) is designed for water velocity profiling and hydrological measurement applications. Using acoustic Doppler technology, the system measures water current velocity at multiple depths, allowing users to obtain a detailed profile of flow conditions throughout the water column.
Available in 300 kHz, 600 kHz, and 1200 kHz configurations, the RIV F ADCP can be selected according to different measurement environments and survey requirements.
What Is an Acoustic Doppler Current Profiler?
An Acoustic Doppler Current Profiler (ADCP) is an acoustic instrument used to measure water velocity at different depths.
Instead of measuring current velocity at only one point, an ADCP sends acoustic signals into the water and analyzes the Doppler shift of signals reflected by suspended particles moving with the water.
This allows the instrument to determine:
Water velocity
Current direction
Velocity profile
Flow conditions at different depths
ADCP technology is widely used in hydrology, oceanography, river surveys, and environmental monitoring.
What Is a Five-Beam RIV F ADCP?
The RIV F ADCP is a five-beam acoustic Doppler current profiler designed for river and water-current measurement.
Its multi-beam configuration enables the instrument to collect velocity information from different directions and depths, providing comprehensive water current measurements.
The system can be used for river flow surveys, discharge measurement, hydrological investigations, and water velocity profiling.
Its compact configuration also makes it suitable for integration with mobile survey platforms and other hydrological measurement systems.
Key Features of Frankstar Five-Beam RIV F ADCP
1. Five-Beam Acoustic Configuration
The five-beam design provides multiple acoustic measurement paths through the water column.
This helps the system obtain detailed velocity information and improves the overall coverage of water current measurements.
The multi-beam configuration makes the RIV F ADCP suitable for professional hydrological surveys where reliable velocity profiling is required.
2. Multiple Frequency Options
The RIV F ADCP is available in three frequency configurations:
300 kHz
600 kHz
1200 kHz
Different operating frequencies can be selected according to water depth, measurement range, and application requirements.
This provides flexibility for different river and aquatic environments.
3. Water Velocity Profiling
Unlike conventional point current meters, an ADCP can measure water velocity at multiple depths.
The RIV F ADCP can provide information about:
Current velocity
Current direction
Vertical velocity distribution
Water flow characteristics
The resulting velocity profile helps users better understand the structure of water movement.
4. Designed for River and Hydrological Surveys
The RIV F ADCP is particularly suitable for applications involving rivers and inland water systems.
Typical applications include:
River flow measurement
Discharge surveys
Hydrological monitoring
Water resource assessment
Flood-related investigations
5. Efficient Field Measurement
ADCP technology can significantly improve the efficiency of field water-current surveys by collecting velocity data across multiple depths during a measurement operation.
This can reduce the need for conventional point-by-point current measurements and provide a more comprehensive dataset for flow analysis.
