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2050-DSS Side Scan and Sub-Bottom System
0024048_REV_A
2.0
SPECIFICATIONS
Specifications for the 2050-DSS Side Scan and Sub-Bottom System Components are provided in the
subsections to follow.
2.1
2050-DSS Tow Vehicle Specifications
2.1.1
2050-DSS Towfish Physical Specifications
SPECIFICATION
VALUES
Size LxWxH:
149 cm x 78.7 cm x 83.8 cm (58.7 in x 31 in x 33 in)
Weight in air:
151 Kg (322 lbs)
Weight in saltwater:
71 Kg (156 lbs)
Construction:
Polyester Resin, E-Glass, Delrin, Stainless Steel, Anodized
Aluminum, and Polyurethane.
Maximum tow cable length:
6000 meters
Depth rating:
2000 meters
Tow cable type:
0.45 coaxial double-armor
Digital link:
ADSL
Standard Sensors
Internal 3000 PSI Pressure Sensor Standard
Maximum safe towing speed:
12 kts
Operating temperature:
0–45°C (32–113°F)
Storing temperature:
-20–60°C (-4–140°F)
Pitch and roll accuracy:
Indicative use only.
Optional sensor port:
Bottle External Trigger input/output, Beacon
power/trigger output, Magnetometer power/serial
Options:
Magnetometer, Pressure Sensor
Table 2-1: 2050-DSS Towfish Specifications
