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GeoSpectrum M6 Hydrophone Specification
version 1.0, January 2004

M6 (-206.3 dBV, 4.5 nF)

 

 

A shielded hydrophone with depth capability greater than 2500 m

The M6 is a good choice if you need a hydrophone with electrical shielding. Its output is stable with depth and temperature and it will withstand continuous immersion in isoparaffinic fluids.

Voltage Sensitivity
-206 ± 1.5 dBV re 1 µPa @ 20 °C, 1 kHz
Capacitance

4.5 nF ± 20% nF @ 20 °C, 1 kHz

Operating and survival depth

> 2500 m

Sensitivity loss at 2500 m
< 0.3 dBV
Capacitance loss at 2500 m

< 25%

Size: length, diameter
43 mm, 15 mm
Mass (without cable)
12 grams
Displacement
8 cc
Storage and operating temperatures
-40 to +70 °C
Electrical leads
Shielded, twisted pair, 3 mm diameter
Electrical insulation between leads
> 500 MO after 1 month in sea water
Water blocked leads
Yes
Compatible with isoparaffinic fluids
Yes

 

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