Chelsea TriLux Algae Fluorometer Sensors
Features
- Real-time data output in μg/l
- User configurable sampling frequency from 0.1 Hz to 3 Hz
- Robust ambient light and turbidity rejection
- Expedited repair and warranty service
- Lifetime technical support
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TriLux is a low cost, miniature algae sensor that monitors three key algal parameters in a single highly sensitive probe. The 3-in-1 fluorometer enables widespread monitoring in a variety of applications, including harmful algal blooms, aquaculture, water treatment works, river catchments and coastal studies.
With three different parameter combinations and depth ratings to 2000m, TriLux is suitable for a wide variety of water environments:
- Chlorophyll a, Phycocyanin, Turbidity for freshwater deployments
- Chlorophyll a, Phycoerythrin, Phycocyanin for coastal deployments
- Chlorophyll a, Phycoerythrin, Turbidity for marine deployments
TriLux is compact and easy to integrate in wider systems and platforms including CTDs, data buoys, monitoring stations, AUVs and gliders. Adding the Hawk or Watchkeeper accessories allows real-time data display and logging with portable or wall mounted systems.
Performance
| Combinations | Dynamic Range* | Limit of Detection |
| Chlorophyll a, Phycoerythrin, Phycocyanin | Calibrated for 0-100 µg/L (Chlorophyll a in acetone) | Typically 0.1% of full range |
| Chlorophyll a, Turbidity, Phycoerythrin | Calibrated for 0-100 µg/L (Chlorophyll a in acetone) | Typically 0.1% of full range |
| Chlorophyll a, Turbidity, Phycocyanin | Calibrated for 0-100 µg/L (Chlorophyll a in acetone) | Typically 0.1% of full range |
* Configurable up to 1000 μg/L
Mechanical
| Size | Ø 26.5mm x 140mm (including connector) |
| Weight in air | 190g |
| Pressure housing | Titanium (2000m) |
| Depth rating | 2000 meters |
| Connector | MCBH-6-MP |
Electrical
| Input voltage | 11 to 25 Vdc |
| Data output | Digital RS-232 and analog 0 to 5 VDC (or RS-422, SDI-12 and 4-20mA options) |
| Power requirements | <1 Watt @ 12 V |
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