Used Solinst 50' Direct Read Cable Assembly
Features
- 1/10" dia. coaxial cable with HDPE outer jacket for strength and durability
- Upper end of direct read cable is fitted with a connector that can act as a well cap for 1" wells
- Used equipment includes 90-day warranty through Fondriest Environmental
- Expedited repair and warranty service
- Lifetime technical support
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The lower end of the direct read cable has a miniaturized infra-red optical reader. The top cap of the Levelogger is removed and the direct read cable is threaded in its place. In turn, the upper end of the cable is attached to a portable computer or Leveloader, via a USB or RS232 PC Interface Cable. This allows viewing of the data, downloading and/or programming in the field
The upper end of the direct read cable is fitted with a connector that can act as a well cap for a 1" well. This connector fits Solinst Levelogger well caps designed for 2" or 4" wells, and can easily be tethered at surface in other situations.
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