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RB01 Redback Current Meter

RB01 Redback Current Meter

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HyQuest Solutions’ Redback is a cup-type current meter for the measurement of water flow in open and closed waters to a fine degree of accuracy and repeatability. This is due to its advanced contact switching system and interchangeable bucket system that provides…  Read more

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Construction
  • Cast brass body, nickel plated
  • 6 durable glass filled nylon buckets
  • Stainless steel bucket wheel frame
  • Stainless steel pivot with tungsten carbide tip
Operating Velocity Range 0.025 m/sec to 8 m/sec
Reed Switch Encapsulated reed switch
Output Signal
  • Voltage free digital signal
  • 1 full revolution of bucket assembly produces one pulse
  • Converted to direct velocity reading when used in conjunction with HyQuest Solutions’ PVD100, CMCsp or PVD200 (see below)
Overall Accuracy +/-1 %
Calibration and Calibration Method
  • Meter supplied with batch calibration certificate
  • Individual meter calibration available on request (additional costs):
    • Calibration in accordance with AS3778.6.3/ISO 3455 standard
    • Up to 3 line fit
    • Supplied with calibration and a rating table
    • Calibrated over full velocity range
Carry Case Heavy-duty case with durable moulded foam
Basic Kit (scope of delivery)

Bucket meter, screw driver, 2.5 m connecting lead, calibration certificate and table, 30 ml of current meter oil
Dimensions and Mass 500 x 390 x 190 mm; 5 kg
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HyQuest Solutions’ Redback is a cup-type current meter for the measurement of water flow in open and closed waters to a fine degree of accuracy and repeatability. This is due to its advanced contact switching system and interchangeable bucket system that provides trouble free operation.

The Redback is made to be used in the most extreme environments and ensures reliable field service for many years.

The current meter is supplied in a user-friendly kit, allowing the operator to measure water flow using a simple traditional method.

  • Robust construction
  • Interchangeable buckets in case of damage
  • High accuracy (+/-1 %)
  • Advanced contact switching system
  • Minimum starting velocity 0.025 m/s
  • Maximum velocity 8.0 m/s
  • Durable tungsten tip pivot and bearing assembly for long lasting replicated motion
  • Velocity displayed directly with HyQuest Solutions’ counters CMC20A, CMCSp, PVD100, PVD200 or HTB01/ CMCbt HydroTab Stream Gauging Computer

The advanced contact switching system of the Redback allows the measurement of water flow in streams, open canals, pipes, and seas to a fine degree of accuracy and repeatability.