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Product Description
The Seametrics TURBO turbidity sensor is a rugged, self-cleaning instrument engineered for continuous turbidity and temperature monitoring in demanding field environments. With an integrated data logger and compatibility with Aqua4Plus software, users can easily configure sampling intervals, collect real-time measurements, and export data for analysis and reporting.
Designed for flexibility, the TURBO is available in multiple measurement ranges (0–400 NTU and 0–3000 NTU), making it suitable for a wide range of applications—from clean water monitoring to high-turbidity wastewater and runoff conditions. Its non-volatile memory stores more than 250,000 time- and date-stamped records, ensuring data integrity even in remote deployments.
With Modbus, SDI-12, and RS485 communication outputs, the TURBO turbidity sensor integrates seamlessly with SCADA systems, PLCs, data loggers, and telemetry platforms, enabling reliable remote monitoring and process control.
Technical Specifications – TURBO Turbidity Sensor
| Parameter | Specification |
|---|---|
| Measurement Type | Turbidity & Temperature |
| Measurement Range | 0–400 NTU or 0–3000 NTU |
| Measurement Method | 90° Optical (ISO 7027) |
| Accuracy | ±2% of reading or ±2 NTU @ 25°C |
| Repeatability | ±2% @ 25°C |
| Resolution | ±3 NTU |
| Response Time | < 60 seconds (typical) |
| Temperature Range | 0°C to 40°C (32°F to 104°F) |
| Maximum Depth | 164 ft (50 m) |
| Output Interfaces | RS485 Modbus RTU, SDI-12 |
| Data Logging | Internal memory (260,000+ records) |
| Logging Rate | Up to 2 samples per second |
| Power Supply | External 12 VDC (9–15 VDC) |
| Housing Material | 316 Stainless Steel, Acetal, Composite |
| Cable Options | Polyurethane, Polyethylene, or ETFE |
| Software | Aqua4Plus (configuration, logging, data export) |
| Maintenance | Self-cleaning wiper with replaceable blade |
| Operating Environment | Submersible for environmental & industrial monitoring |
What is turbidity?
It is the measure of relative clarity of a liquid. It is an optical characteristic of water and is a measurement of the amount of light that is scattered by material in the water when a light is shined through the water sample. The higher the intensity of scattered light, the higher the turbidity. Material that causes water to be turbid include clay, silt, very tiny inorganic and organic matter, algae, dissolved colored organic compounds, and plankton and other microscopic organisms.
Applications
Track changes in water clarity at field sites, treatment facilities, and discharge points with recorded turbidity and temperature data.
Surface Water
Monitor turbidity in streams, rivers, lakes, and watersheds over time.
Groundwater
Record turbidity changes during well and groundwater monitoring.
Runoff & Discharge
Follow changing conditions at agricultural runoff and discharge sites.
Wastewater Treatment
Monitor turbidity trends in wastewater and treated effluent.
Aquaculture
Observe water clarity trends in aquatic growing environments.
Remediation & Leachate
Collect data to assess changing conditions at remediation and leachate sites.
Dredging
Monitor turbidity in surrounding water during dredging and sediment removal activities.
Integration & System Compatibility
The Seametrics TURBO turbidity sensor is designed for easy integration into existing monitoring systems. With standard digital communication protocols, it can be connected to SCADA systems, PLCs, and remote telemetry solutions for real-time data acquisition, alarm management, and process optimization.
