Mini Micro Profilers
Portable in-situ microprofiler for high-resolution microsensor measurements (O2, pH, sulphide, temperature) on the seafloor, in biofilms, and under ice.
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About
A compact, field-deployable microprofiling instrument designed for in-situ measurements with interchangeable microsensors for oxygen, pH, sulphide (S⁻⁻/H₂S) and temperature. Profiling can be performed with a spatial resolution of 50 µm. Typical deployment scenarios include sediment–water interfaces (from tidal flats to ~100 m water depth), bio-films for organic-matter transformation studies, and under ice for respiration and primary production of ice algae. Systems are available with a detachable 3-leg AISI 316 stainless steel base; variants are pressure-compensated and furnished with Subconn connectors and end-stop magnets. Pressure-compensated sensor housings and pressure-stable connectors are available, tested up to 800 bar.
Features
Highlighted features for Mini Micro Profilers
Specifications
Mini Micro Profilers Specifications
- Profiling resolution
- 50 µm
- Weight in air
- 10 kg
- Weight in water
- 8 kg
- Total height
- 1,0 m
- Distance between feet
- 0,75 m
Application
Use for: oxygen respiration studies; benthic primary production; quantifying sulphide oxidation and sulphate reduction using gas/ion sulphide microsensors in bio-films and sediments; profiling at the sediment–water interface (tidal flats to ~100 m), in bio-films, and under ice.
Accessories
Accessories for Mini Micro Profilers
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# 100.175
Mini Microprofiler - Model 1
System with detachable 3-leg base (AISI 316), 1× MCBH5M Subconn, 2 end-stop magnets; pressure compensated to 6000 m. Sensor electronics housing, housing cable, and motor control not included.
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# 100.176
Mini Microprofiler - Model 2
As Model 1 but base adjustable in height; pressure compensated to 6000 m. Sensor electronics housing, housing cable, and motor control not included.
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# 100.207
Computer box for Artica Controller
Rugged polycarbonate flightcase for Artica controller; connectors and engraved cable signs: MCBH8F (motor), MCBH6M (sensor housing), MCBH4F (PC), MCBH2M (battery).
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# 100.203
Motor cable 25 m
8-conductor 0.50 mm² PU cable from motor system to Artica-box with 2 end-stop reed sensors; MCIL5F and MCIL8M connectors; cable strength 200 kg.
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# 100.204
Motor cable 50 m
8-conductor 0.50 mm² PU cable from motor system to Artica-box with 2 end-stop reed sensors; MCIL5F and MCIL8M connectors; cable strength 200 kg.
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# 100.190
Communication cable 3 m
4-conductor 0.75 mm² HO-7 rubber cable from Artica-box to computer with cast micro-Subconn connector (MCIL4-M).
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# 100.191
Battery cable 3 m
2-conductor 0.75 mm² HO-7 rubber cable from battery box to Artica-box with cast micro-Subconn connector (MCIL2-F).
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# 100.210
Releaser to Niskin water sampler
Assembly of releaser system to Niskin water sampler on mini-micro profiler.
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# 100.211
Battery charger
24 V DC, 2.5 A electronic charger (laboratory power supply) with dual digital instruments (0–30 V, 0–2.5 A) and CCE connector.
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# 100.205
Sensor cable 25 m
6-conductor 0.75 mm² polyurethane shielded cable from sensor electronics housing to Artica box; MCIL6M and MCIL6F; cable strength 200 kg.
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# 100.206
Sensor cable 50 m
6-conductor 0.75 mm² polyurethane shielded cable from sensor electronics housing to Artica box; MCIL6M and MCIL6F; cable strength 200 kg.
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# 100.183
Sensor electronics house (4 sensors)
Brass cylinder, seawater-proof 2-component coating; four 3/8" UNF threaded holes for 3-/4-pin connectors; 1× MCBH6M micro-Subconn; includes PVC holder for 4 amplifier electronics; excluding sensors/connectors/amplifiers.
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# 100.184
Holder for sensor electronics house
Two adjustable AISI 316 stainless-steel fittings with POM protection lining.
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# 100.192
3-Pin connector
AISI 316 stainless steel, 3/8" UNF thread, 3 gold-plated pins with 25 cm wires; pressure-tested to 800 bar.
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# 100.193
4-Pin connector
AISI 316 stainless steel, 3/8" UNF thread, 4 gold-plated pins with 25 cm wires; pressure-tested to 800 bar.
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# 100.194
Dummy for connector
Pressure-stable dummy connector, AISI 316 stainless steel, 3/8" UNF thread; tested to 800 bar.
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# 100.154
Acrylic sensor house (pressure compensated)
Acrylic (PMMA) sensor house with POM tightening ring and 3 O-rings; bottom protected by AISI 316 ring; pressure-tested to 800 bar (excluding sensor).
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# 100.179Niskin water sampler 250 ml
250 ml Niskin water sampler mounted on measuring system.
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# 100.180Transport box
Birchwood transport box; approx. 640×350×440 mm; weight 10 kg.
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# 100.201
Battery box 10 Ah, 24 V DC
AISI 316 stainless steel housing; max deployment depth 150 m.
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# 100.202
Battery box 20 Ah, 12 V DC
AISI 316 stainless steel housing; max deployment depth 150 m.
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# 100.208
Battery box 15 Ah, 24 V DC
AISI 316 stainless steel housing; max deployment depth 150 m.
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# 100.209
Battery box 30 Ah, 12 V DC
AISI 316 stainless steel housing; max deployment depth 150 m.
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# 100.195
Lamp for 12 V (35 W, 38°)
12 V DC, 35 W lamp in AISI 316 housing with MCBH2M connector; inner Ø50 mm × length 100 mm; max depth 150 m.
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# 100.199
Small video camera house (Ø50 mm)
AISI 316 stainless steel; inner Ø50 mm × length 120 mm; includes two rotatable fittings; max depth 150–200 m; transmission via 1 Subconn.
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# 100.196
Small video camera house (Ø72 mm)
AISI 316 stainless steel; inner Ø72 mm × length 120 mm; includes two rotatable fittings; max depth 150–200 m; transmission via 1 Subconn.
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# 100.198
Datalogger box
AISI 316 stainless steel housing; internal Ø125 mm × length 340 mm; 10 mm PMMA window; max depth 200 m; 2× 10-pin Subconn (BH10F-SS and BH10M-SS); electro-polished.