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In April 2008 the ANIMATE network Observatories became part of the EuroSITES European Ocean Observatory Network.
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Specifications for SAMI CO2 Sensor and Flow Thru SAMI-CO2 Sensor1 October 2003 Height: 24” (61 cm) with copper antifouling screen Width: 6 5/8” (17 cm) Weight (dry): 12 lbs (5.5 kg) Weight (in water): ~31 lbs (~14 kg) including mooring cage Housing material: PVC & Acetyl Mooring cage length, width and rating: 47 ½” (121 cm) X 12” (30.5 cm), 4500 kg Mooring cage materials: Type 316 stainless steel, marine grade powder coat Mooring cage weight (dry): 26 lbs (11 ¾ kg) Battery life: 1 year (depending on cycling schedule) Battery type: 18 D cell alkaline batteries, 13.5 V total Peak current drain (when pump is activated): 180 mA Measurement frequency: 15 minute – 3 hour intervals (programmable) Maximum length of deployment: 1 year Response time: 5 minutes pCO2 range: ~200 – ~600 µatm (ideal) ~100 - ~2000 µatm (possible) pCO2 resolution: ~1 µatm Temperature resolution: 0.01o C Maximum deployment depth: ~100 meters |
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