1. Product Advantages

• Integrated Antifouling Concept: Automatically cleans the system with fresh water and a few milliliters of 20–25% sulfuric acid, typically running once daily.

• Flexible Modular Expansion: Can be extended with an extension frame to accommodate additional or oversized sensors.

• Flexible GPS and Communication Options: Supports ship GPS (RS232, RS485, TCP/IP) or an optional external COM-BOX equipped with a GPS receiver and LTE/UMTS router.

• Vibration and Shock Protection: Outfitted with bottom shock absorbers (rated for 70 kg each) and optional horizontal fixing bars with anti-vibration dampers to withstand ship motions.

• Versatile Waterway Options: Can be installed above or below sea level using open or pressurized flow-through variants.

2. Quality Detection

• Quality Management Certification: Manufactured under ISO 9001:2000 quality management standards (TIC 15 100 7268 / TÜV Thüringen).

3. Product Parameters

• Dimensions (Main Unit): 695 mm × 450 mm × 1360 mm.

• Dimensions (with Standard Underframe): 695 mm × 450 mm × 2060 mm.

• Dimensions (with Extension Unit): 1190 mm × 450 mm × 2060/1660 mm.

• Weight: Approx. 100 kg (standard FB).

• Power Supply: $U = 230\text{ VAC}$, $P < 1\text{ kW}$ (typically $350\text{ W}$, without external pumps).

• Flow Rates:

  • FerryBox I: Minimum $20\text{ l/min}$, maximum $30\text{ l/min}$.

  • FerryBox II: Minimum $10\text{ l/min}$, maximum $25\text{ l/min}$.

• Hose / Connector Sizes:

  • Freshwater IN: Reinforced plastic hose $16\text{ mm} \times 23\text{ mm}$ (d16 connector).

  • Seawater IN: Reinforced plastic hose $19\text{ mm} \times 26\text{ mm}$ (d20 connector).

  • Outlet: Reinforced plastic hose $25\text{ mm} \times 33\text{ mm}$ (d25 connector).

• Electrical Connection: Delivered with a $5\text{ m}$ cable with European CEE 7/4 plug ($3\text{G}1.5\text{ mm}^2$); IP68 watertight or IP44 IEC 60309 versions available.

4. Product Models

• -4H-Ferrybox I (FB I): An open system operating under ambient air pressure. Features a small internal debubbler and a frequency-converter-controlled internal pump. Requires an outlet tank and pump if installed below the waterline.

• -4H-Ferrybox II (FB II): A pressurized flow-through system capable of operating below the waterline, discharging water directly outboard.

• -4H-PocketFerryBox (PFB): A mobile version of the FerryBox.

5. Packaging & Transportation

• Mechanical Installation & Transport Protection: Supplied with an underframe featuring bottom shock absorbers (dimensioned for $70\text{ kg}$ each) for secure ground bolting. Includes top/middle frame horizontal fixing bars and anti-vibration dampers to mitigate transport and operational ship vibrations.

6. Product Purpose

• Designed for continuous, real-time oceanographic and environmental surface water measurements aboard ships and maritime platforms.

7. Product Application

• Deployment Platforms: Installed on sailing ships (e.g., Persévérance), research vessels (e.g., RV SVEA, RV Skagerak), and motor vessels (e.g., MV AGAT in engine rooms).