Products and Equipment from Sea-Bird Scientific

SBE - Model 911plus - CTD Sensor for Primary Oceanographic Research Tool

The SBE 911plus CTD is the primary oceanographic research tool used by the world’s leading institutions, providing 24 Hz sampling with an SBE 9plus CTD Unit and SBE 11plus V2 Deck Unit. The 911plus system provides real-time data collection over 10,000 meters of cable (single- or multi-conductor electro-mechanical sea cable, slip-ring equipped winch, and computer for data display and logging supplied by user).

SBE - Model SBE 19plus V2 SeaCAT - Profiler CTD

The SBE 19plus V2 SeaCAT measures conductivity, temperature, and pressure at 4 scans/sec (4 Hz) and provides high accuracy and resolution, reliability, and ease-of-use for a wide range of research, monitoring, and engineering applications. Pump-controlled, T-C ducted flow minimizes salinity spiking caused by ship heave and allows for slow descent rates without slowing sensor responses, improving dynamic accuracy and resolving small scale...

SBE - Model 16plus V2 SeaCAT CT(D) - High-Accuracy Conductivity and Temperature Recorder

The SBE 16plus V2 SeaCAT is a high-accuracy conductivity and temperature (pressure optional) recorder designed for moorings or other long-duration, fixed-site deployments. It supports numerous auxiliary sensors (dissolved oxygen, pH, turbidity, fluorescence, oil, PAR, etc.) with six A/D channels and one RS-232 data channel. The 16plus V2 communicates via an RS-232 serial interface, and has internal batteries and memory. It is well suited to networked...

SBE - Model 16plus-IM V2 SeaCAT CT(D) - High-Accuracy Conductivity and Temperature Recorder

The SBE 16plus-IM V2 SeaCAT is a high-accuracy conductivity and temperature (pressure optional) recorder with Inductive Modem (IM) interface designed for long-duration deployments on moorings. It supports numerous auxiliary sensors (dissolved oxygen, turbidity, fluorescence, PAR, etc.) with six A/D channels and one RS-232 data channel. The 16plus-IM V2 has internal batteries and memory. Data is recorded in memory and can also be output in real-time in...

SBE - Model 38 - Digital Oceanographic Thermometer

Sophisticated A/D acquisition electronics, ultra-stable thermistor, and state-of-the-art calibration provide the standards-level performance of an expensive AC bridge and platinum thermometer at a small fraction of the cost. The SBE 38 is unaffected by shock and vibration, has high accuracy and stability, and is easy to use. It has a rugged, corrosion-proof, 10,500 m titanium housing. Real-time temperature data is transmitted via the RS-232 or...

SBE - Model 21 SeaCAT - Thermosalinograph

The externally powered SBE 21 accurately determines sea surface temperature and conductivity from underway vessels. Data is simultaneously stored in memory and output to a computer in real-time. Typically mounted near the ship’s seawater intake, the SBE 21 connects to an AC-powered interface box near a computer. The interface box provides power and an isolated data interface, and contains a NMEA 0183 port for appending navigation data. Memory...

SBE - Model 3F/3Plus/3S - Oceanographic Temperature Sensor

Intended primarily for use on the SBE 911plus profiling CTD (3plus) and the 25plus profiling CTD (3F), the SBE 3 can also be used as a component in custom oceanographic systems or for high-accuracy industrial and environmental temperature monitoring applications. The superior performance of the SBE 3 results from its optimized electronic design, superior calibration, response characterization, and quality testing program.

SBE - Model 4 - Conductivity Sensor

The SBE 4 conductivity sensor is a modular, self-contained instrument that measures conductivity from 0 to 7 S/m, covering the full range of lake and oceanic applications. The sensor has electrically isolated power circuits and optically coupled outputs to eliminate any possibility of noise and corrosion caused by ground loops. Interfacing is also simplified by the square-wave variable frequency output signal (nominally 2.5 to 7.5 kHz,...

HydroCycle - Model PO4 - Wet-Chemistry Sensor

HydroCycle is a wet-chemistry sensor engineered to provide scientifically defensible data that lead to better management recommendations.

SBE - Model 18 - pH Sensor

The SBE 18 pH Sensor uses a pressure-balanced glass-electrode /Ag/AgCl-reference pH probe to provide in-situ measurements at depths to 1200 meters. The replaceable pH probe is permanently sealed and is supplied with a soaker bottle attachment that prevents the reference electrode from drying out during storage. The sensor is a modular, self-contained package that is easy to install, service, and calibrate. The SBE 18 is intended for use as an add-on...

HydroCAT - Model EP - Multiparameter Water Quality Meters

HydroCAT-EP Conductivity, Temperature, Depth, Optical Dissolved Oxygen, pH, Turbidity, and Chlorophyll. Factory calibration and streamlined reference checks enable users to generate scientifically defensible data with minimal time and cost required for field maintenance. A five-year warranty and a set annual service cost means users can easily predict and plan for their service costs during the first five years of use. Ideally suited for long term...

LOBO - Land/Ocean Biogeochemical Observatory Instrument

The ultimate answer to the need for automated, robust and accurate water quality measurements, particularly in sensitive and diverse ecological areas such as estuaries and inland waters.

SUNA - Model V2 UV - Nitrate Meter

The Sea-Bird Coastal SUNA V2 UV nitrate meter with technology by Satlantic is the ultimate chemical-free solution for autonomous monitoring of nitrogen-based nutrient concentrations in estuarine and freshwater environments.

Model SUNA - Deep Ocean Nitrate Sensor

Based on the proven MBARI-ISUS nitrate sensor, the Deep SUNA has been redesigned for easy integration with AUVs of all types. Deep SUNA provides real time, chemical-free nitrate calculations in deep ocean environments using Sea-Bird Scientific’s advanced UV absorption technology.

Model ECO FL - Optical Sensors

The Sea-Bird Coastal ECO FL fluorometers with technology by WET Labs measure fluorescence from phycocyanin, and phycoerythrin.

Sutron SatLink - Model 3 - Data Logger

SatLink3 is data logger with a built-in satellite transmitter that is especially designed for hydrometry, meteorology and environment monitoring.

Hydro pH Meter

The Sea-Bird Coastal Hydro-pH can be integrated with the WQM for short term unattended deployments.

Thetis Autonomous Moored Platform - Water Column Profiler

The Thetis Profiler is a submersible vertically profiling platform for use in coastal marine and fresh water environments. The purpose of the platform is to sample the water column distributions of physical, biological, chemical and optical properties at a fixed geographical location over extended periods of time. The system provides sub-meter scale vertical resolution of these properties from 1- 2 m above sea floor to the surface of the air-water...

Model SBE 37-SMP-ODO MicroCAT C-T-ODO (P) - CTD Recorder

Moored Conductivity, Temperature, (optional) Pressure, and Optical Dissolved Oxygen measurements, at user-programmable intervals. RS-232, RS-485, or dual RS-232 and SDI-12 interface, internal memory, and internal battery pack.

Model SBE 37-SMP MicroCAT C-T (P) - CTD Recorder

Moored Conductivity, Temperature, and (optional) Pressure measurements, at user-programmable intervals. RS-232, RS-485, or dual RS-232 and SDI-12 interface, internal memory, and internal battery pack.

Model SBE 37-SM MicroCAT C-T (P) - CTD Recorder

Moored Conductivity, Temperature, and (optional) Pressure measurements, at user-programmable intervals. RS-232 or RS-485 interface, internal memory, and internal battery pack.

Model SBE 37-SIP-IDO MicroCAT C-T-DO (P) - CTD Sensor

Moored Conductivity, Temperature, (optional) Pressure, and (membrane-type) Integrated Dissolved Oxygen measurements, at user-programmable intervals. RS-232 interface, internal memory; external power.

Model SBE 37-SIP MicroCAT C-T (P) - CTD Recorder

Moored Conductivity, Temperature, and (optional) Pressure measurements, at user-programmable intervals. RS-232 or RS-485 interface and internal memory; external power.

Model SBE 37-SI MicroCAT C-T (P) - CTD Recorder

Moored Conductivity, Temperature, and Pressure (optional) measurements, at user-programmable intervals. RS-232 or RS-485 interface and internal memory; external power.

Model SBE 32 - Carousel Water Sampler

Reliable water sampler with magnetically activated lanyard release latch is compatible with most CTDs. Variety of sizes and configurations (1.7 to 20 liter bottles, 12 or 24 bottles), real time or autonomous operation.

Model SBE 55 ECO - Water Sampler

Small, lightweight, robust water sampler package with magnetically activated lanyard release latch is compatible with most Sea-Bird CTDs. Three or six 4-liter bottles, real time or autonomous operation.

SBE 39plus Temperature (P) Recorder

Temperature and (optional) Pressure, at user-programmable intervals. Internal memory and battery pack, RS-232 and USB interface. Configurations with internal or external thermistor, external connector, pressure.

Model SBE 39-IM - Temperature (P) Recorder

Moored Temperature and (optional) Pressure, at user-programmable intervals. Internal memory and battery, Inductive Modem (IM) interface.

Model SBE 56 - Temperature Logger

Low-cost, high-accuracy, battery-powered temperature and time logger, with user-programmable sampling interval.

Model SBE 35 - Deep Ocean Standards Thermometer

Laboratory standards thermometer that can be used both in fixed point cells and at depths to 6800 m. Remove temperature guard (shown in photo) for laboratory applications.

Model SBE 35RT - Digital Reversing Thermometer

Temperature sensor for use with Sea-Bird water sampler systems, taking a measurement each time a bottle closure confirmation is received, for comparison with the water bottle data.

Model Hydro-T - Temperature Sensor

The Sea-Bird Coastal Hydro-T with technology by Sea-Bird Electronics is a low-cost, high-accuracy, battery-powered temperature sensor ideally suited for a variety of applications.

Model SBE 41/41CP CTD - Module for Autonomous Profiling Floats (Argo)

Autonomous profiling CTD for Argo and other programs, supplying more than 90% of the annual Argo program floats.

Navis - Autonomous Profiling Float

Autonomous profiling float for Argo and other programs, with Sea-Bird CTD. Sufficient power for 300 CTD profile cycles to 2000 dbars.

Navis - BGCi Autonomous Profiling Float with Integrated Biogeochemical Sensors

Autonomous profiling float for Argo and other programs, with Sea-Bird CTD and Dissolved Oxygen sensor, integrated WET Labs MCOMS fluorometer/backscattering sensor, and multiple optional bolt-on sensors. Sufficient power for 250 CTD profile cycles to 2000 dbars (excluding optional sensors).

Navis - Model BGCi + pH - Autonomous Profiling Float with Integrated Biogeochemical Sensors

Autonomous profiling float for Argo and other programs, with Sea-Bird CTD, Dissolved Oxygen sensor, integrated WET Labs ECO-MCOMS fluorometer/backscattering sensor and Sea-Bird Scientific Float Deep SeaFET™ ph sensor. The Float Deep SeaFET adapts the field-tested MBARI/SIO/Honeywell Deep-Sea DuraFET technology to measure pH on the Navis BGCi float.

SeaFET - Ocean pH Sensor

The SeaFET Ocean pH sensor is an ion selective field effect transistor (ISFET) type sensor for accurate long-term pH measurements in salt water.

SeapHOx - Ocean CT(D)-pH-DO Sensor

The Sea-Bird Scientific SeapHOx combines the SeaFET pH sensor with the SBE 37-SMP-ODO MicroCAT CTD+DO sensor.

SeapHOx - Deep Ocean CT(D)-pH-DO Sensor

Combines the Deep SeaFET pH sensor with the SBE 37-SMP-ODO MicroCAT CTD+DO sensor. Adapts the Deep-Sea DuraFET technology to measure pH in a deep moored package.

Navis - Model BGCi + pH - Autonomous Profiling Float with Integrated Biogeochemical Sensors

Autonomous profiling float for Argo and other programs, with Sea-Bird CTD, Dissolved Oxygen sensor, integrated WET Labs ECO-MCOMS fluorometer/backscattering sensor and Sea-Bird Scientific Float Deep SeaFET ph sensor. The Float Deep SeaFET adapts the field-tested MBARI/SIO/Honeywell Deep-Sea DuraFET technology to measure pH on the Navis BGCi float.

Model SBE 18 - pH Sensor

The sensor is a modular, self-contained package that is easy to install, service, and calibrate. Intended for use as an add-on auxiliary sensor for profiling CTDs.

Model SBE 27 - pH/O.R.P. (Redox) Sensor

The sensor is a modular, self-contained package that is easy to install, service, and calibrate. Intended for use as an add-on auxiliary sensor for profiling CTDs.

SBE - Model 16plus V2 - SeaCAT C-T (P) Recorder

Moored Conductivity, Temperature, (optional) Pressure, and up to seven auxiliary sensors, at user-programmable intervals.

SBE - Model 16plus-IM V2 - SeaCAT C-T (P) Recorder

Moored Conductivity, Temperature, (optional) Pressure, and up to seven auxiliary sensors, at user-programmable intervals, communicating via Inductive Modem (IM) telemetry.

SBE - Model 19plus V2 - SeaCAT Profiler CTD

Profiling or moored Conductivity, Temperature, Pressure, and up to seven auxiliary sensors, with 4 Hz sampling, and internal memory and batteries.

Model SBE 52-MP - Moored Profiler CTD & (optional) DO

Conductivity, Temperature, Pressure, optional Dissolved Oxygen, at 1 sample/sec (1 Hz). RS-232 or Logic Level interface,— for use on moored profiling vehicles that can supply power and acquire data.

Model SBE 37-SM - MicroCAT C-T (P) Recorder

Moored Conductivity, Temperature, and (optional) Pressure measurements, at user-programmable intervals. RS-232 or RS-485 interface, internal memory, battery pack.

Model SBE 37-SMP - MicroCAT C-T (P) Recorder

Moored Conductivity, Temperature, and (optional) Pressure meas., at user-programmable intervals. RS-232, RS-485, or dual RS-232 and SDI-12 interface, internal memory, battery pack.

SUNA - Model V2 - UV Nitrate Sensor

The SUNA V2 UV nitrate sensor is the ultimate chemical-free solution for autonomous monitoring of nitrogen-based nutrient concentrations in ocean, estuarine and high turbidity freshwater environments.

Satlantic - Free-falling Optical Profiler

A versatile platform for measuring the apparent optical properties of the ocean and designed to interchange Satlantic's hyperspectral or multispectral optical sensors.

HyperOCR - Hyperspectral Radiometer

Hyperspectral radiometers, with a calibrated range of 350 - 800 nm and fully characterized cosine response, are designed to be mounted on real-time profilers, coastal and deep water buoys, autonomous underwater vehicles, research vessels and airplanes.

Model OCR 500 - Multispectral Radiometer

A combination of precision optics and high performance microelectronics which can be operated as a stand-alone device or in a networked environment as a part of a larger system.

Model SAS - Above Water Optical System

Designed for extremely fast sampling rate in above-water measurements of ocean colour using Satlantic's multispectral or hyperspectral digital optical sensors.

Hyperspectral Shallow Water Profiling System

A versatile platform for measuring the apparent optical properties of shallow water and designed to interchange Satlantic's hyperspectral or multispectral optical sensors.

ECO-PAR - Sensor

Provides highly accurate measurements of PAR (400–700 nm) in all aquatic environments.

SeaOWL - UV-A (Sea Oil-in-Water Locator)

Based upon the highly successful WET Labs’ ECO sensor, Sea-Bird Scientific has developed an industry leading detection technology creating a 5X optical resolution improvement over its predecessor.

Water Quality Monitor (WQM)

The Water Quality Monitor (WQM) is designed to deliver core biogeochemical water quality parameters in coastal ecosystems from a single integrated package.

Biogeochemical (BGC) Sensors for Autonomous Profiling Floats

Bolt-on biogeochemical sensors are now available from Sea-Bird Scientific.

Thetis - Model Profiler - Submersible Vertically Profiling Platform

The WET Labs, Inc. Thetis Profiler is a submersible vertically profiling platform for use in coastal marine and fresh water environments.

Model AC-S - In-Situ Spectrophotometer

Based on the highly successful ac-9, the ac-spectra (ac-s) offers almost an order of magnitude increase in spectral resolution of in-situ absorption and beam attenuation. The 4 nm resolution allows for spectral 'fingerprinting' and deconvolution analysis.

Model ACS-5000 - Spectrophotometers

Based on the highly successful AC9 and ACS, ACS-5000 offers almost an order of magnitude increase in spectral resolution of in-situ absorption and beam attenuation. The 4 nm resolution allows for spectral 'fingerprinting' and deconvolution analysis.

Sea-Bird Scientific - a subsidiary of Danaher Corporation Products

CTDs - Profiling

CTDs - Moored

CTDs - Moving Platform

CTDs - Modular

Nutrient, Oxygen, pH Sensors - Nutrient Sensors

Nutrient, Oxygen, pH Sensors - pH Sensors

Multiparameter Water Quality Meters

Environmental Monitoring

Nutrient Monitoring

Optical Sensors

Systems and Data Loggers

pH Meter

SBE37 MicroCAT CTD Family Recorders & Sensors

Water Samplers

Temperature Sensors

Autonomous Profiling Floats

pH: Measuring Hydrogen Ion Concentration

CTD: Conductivity-Temperature-Depth

Satlantic Products

Radiometers

Scattering Sensors

Spectrophotometers