AML Oceanographic AML-3 - Page 8

The end of the instrument opposite the shackle houses the sensor payload which is
mechanically protected by a cage. The AML-3 utilizes a thread-on sensor cage, and the
AML-6 utilizes a bolted-on sensor cage. In some configurations the cage may be different
lengths depending on the sensors installed (AML-3 only) or made from a copper alloy to prevent
biofouling (AML-6 only). The default cage for both instruments uses stainless steel.
Typical specifications of an AML LGR are described in the table below.
Specifications:
Model
500m Variants (AML-3 or AML-6)
6000m Variants (AML-3 or AML-6)
Depth rating
500 meters [1640 feet]
6000 meters [19685 feet]
Material
AML-3: Acetal pressure case
AML-6: Acetal pressure case
AML-3: Titanium pressure case
AML-6: Acetal pressure case with
internal metal reinforcement
GPS Capability
Yes
No
Data storage
30 GB
30 GB
Software
Sailfish
Sailfish
Communication
USB-C
WiFi
USB-C
Maximum
Sample Rate
20 Hz
Note: Sampling by pressure or
sound velocity increment is also
available.
20 Hz
Note: Sampling by pressure or
sound velocity increment is also
available.
Power
AML-3:
4 cell rechargeable internal battery
45Wh capacity (expected battery
life ~12 hours)
AML-6:
8 cell rechargeable internal battery
95Wh capacity (expected battery
life ~24 hours)
PC or wall charging over USB
(10W minimum)
Note: USB ports of some PC and
laptops may not meet the minimum
charging requirement of the
instrument. It is recommended to
AML-3:
4 cell rechargeable internal battery
45Wh capacity for the AML-3
(expected battery life ~12 hours)
AML-6:
8 cell rechargeable internal battery
95Wh capacity (expected battery life
~24 hours)
PC or wall charging over USB (10W
minimum)
Note: USB ports of some PC and
laptops may not meet the minimum
charging requirement of the
instrument. It is recommended to
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