OTT MF pro Velocity & Depth Sensors
Features
- Electromagnetic sensor head has no moving parts and never requires calibration
- Interchangeable sensors & cables for maximum flexibility
- Magnetic inductive measurement principle ideal for use in low-flow conditions
- Free ground shipping
- Expedited repair and warranty service
- Lifetime technical support
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| Image | Part# | Product Description | Price | Stock | Order | |
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 | 1040500595-0D | MF pro velocity & depth sensor, 6.5 ft. cable | Check Price | Check Availability | ||
 | 1040500595-1D | MF pro velocity & depth sensor, 20 ft. cable | Check Price | Check Availability | ||
 | 1040500595-2D | MF pro velocity & depth sensor, 40 ft. cable | Check Price | Check Availability | ||
 | 1040500595-3D | MF pro velocity & depth sensor, 100 ft. cable | Check Price | Check Availability | ||
| Image | Part# | Product Description | Price | Stock | Order | |
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 | 1040500195-S | MF pro flow meter (cable/sensor sold separately) | Check Price | Check Availability | ||
 | 105-001 | USGS top setting wading rod with imperial increments, 4 ft. | $830.00 | Check Availability | ||
 | 105-002 | USGS top setting wading rod with imperial increments, 6 ft. | $908.00 | 2 Available | ||
 | 105-008 | USGS top setting wading rod with metric increments, 1.2m | $873.00 | 1 Available | ||
 | 105-009 | USGS top setting wading rod with metric increments, 1.5m | $964.00 | 1 Available | ||
 | 105-020 | USGS breakdown top setting wading rod with imperial increments, 4 ft. | $1,039.00 | 1 Available | ||
 | 105-028 | USGS breakdown top setting wading rod with metric increments, 1.2m | $1,039.00 | Check Availability | ||
The OTT MF pro velocity and depth sensor uses an electromagnetic method to determine velocity. A magnetic field around the sensor creates a voltage proportional to the flow velocity, which is then detected by the electrodes in the sensor and transmitted to the meter.
During a discharge measurement, a typical user will read the water depth from wading rod markings. With a the integrated depth sensor, water depth can be measured automatically, reducing human error in the field and providing increased accuracy.
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