Anderaa SeaGuard® RCM Series Single-Point Current Meter
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Anderaa SeaGuard® RCM Series Single-Point Current Meter

Modular Design · Multi-Parameter Integration · Full Ocean Depth Coverage

A high-performance ocean observation system built on the proven SeaGuard data logger platform and advanced ZPulse Doppler technology. Available in first-generation (RCM) and second-generation (SeaGuardII RCM) models, it delivers high-accuracy current data through modern digital signal processing. Its modular smart sensor topology allows flexible integration of temperature, pressure, conductivity, dissolved oxygen, wave, and tide sensors. The SeaGuardII RCM is the world's only tow-tank-validated single-point current meter, offering industry-leading accuracy. Available in 300m, 3000m, 6000m, and optional 11,000m hadal versions, it suits environments from coastal seas to full ocean depth.

Anderaa SeaGuard® RCM Series Single-Point Current Meter

Key Features & Advantages

Main Applications

  • Ocean Dynamics Research

    Research on fundamental ocean physical processes such as currents, internal waves, and turbulence.

  • Long-term Ocean Observation

    Building fixed-point ocean environment observation systems for climate change research.

  • Marine Engineering Monitoring

    Provides environmental load data for major projects such as offshore wind farms and oil and gas platforms.

  • Port and Waterway Hydrology

    Monitors current field structure, providing support for navigation safety and sediment siltation research.

  • Water Quality and Ecological Monitoring

    Combined with chemical and bio-optical sensors to study pollutant dispersion and ecological impacts.

  • Real-time Operational Systems

    Through real-time data transmission, serving marine forecasting and environmental emergency response.

Specifications

 

Parameter Category SeaGuard RCM (First Generation) SeaGuardII RCM (Second Generation)
Platform Specifications
Data Storage ≥2GB SD card 4GB SD card
Recording Interval Fastest 2 seconds Adjustable from 2 seconds to 2 hours, supports multiple setting groups
Battery Life Built-in power calculator Clear 3+ year multi-sensor battery life (20-minute interval)
Current Sensor
Current Velocity Accuracy ±0.15 cm/s ±1% of reading ±0.15 cm/s ±1% of reading
Direction Accuracy ±3° (0-15° tilt) ±3° (0-15° tilt), supports up to 50° tilt
Measurement Technology ZPulse Muleti-frequency Dopplr ZPulse Dual-frequency, four-transducer forward-looking emission
Physical Characteristics
Depth Version

300m/3000m/6000m(Standard)

300m/3000m/6000m(Standard)

Hadal Version

7000m/10000m(Optional)

11000m Hadal Version (Optional)
Sensor Example
Conductivity Sensor

4319 (0-7.5 S/m)

5819 (0-75 mS/cm), higher accuracy
Dissolved Oxygen Sensor

4835/4330 (0-500 µM)

4835/4330 (0-1000 µM)

Turbidity Sensor 4112 (Analog Signal) 4296 (Integrated Temperature, Digital)