This product is no longer available and has been replaced by: CS475A-L. Some accessories, replacement parts, or services may still be available.
| Services Available | |
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| Repair | Yes |
| Calibration | Yes |
| Free Support | Yes |
Overview
The CS476 is a radar-ranging sensor that monitors water level of rivers, lakes, tidal seas, and reservoirs. It can measure distances up to 30 meters. The CS476 outputs a digital SDI-12 signal to indicate distance and stage. This output can be read by many of our dataloggers.
Read MoreBenefits and Features
- FCC approved for outdoor use (FCC ID number MOIPULS616263)
- Ideal for areas where submersed sensors can be damaged due to corrosion, contamination, flood-related debris, lightning, or vandalism
- Compatible with most Campbell Scientific data loggers
- Low maintenance—no moving parts significantly reduces maintenance cost and time
- Low power consumption
- Rugged enough for harsh environments—NEMA rated 4X
- Wide operating temperature range (-40° to +80°C)
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Technical Description
The CS476 emits short microwave pulses and then measures the elapsed time between the emission and return of the pulses. The elapsed time measurement is used to calculate the distance between the sensor and the target (e.g., water, grain, slurry). The distance value can then be used to determine depth.
Specifications
| Compliance | FCC approved for outdoor use (FCC IC number M01PULS616263) |
| Measurement Range | 50 mm to 30 m (2 in. to 98 ft) |
| Accuracy | ±3 mm (±0.1 in.) over entire measurement range |
| Resolution | 1 mm (0.04 in.) |
| Output Protocol | SDI-12 |
| Radar Frequency | ~26 GHz |
| Electromagnetic Compatibility | Emission to EN 61326; Electrical Equipment Class B |
| Pulse Energy | 1 mW maximum |
| Beam Angle | 8° |
| Input Voltage | 9.6 to 16 Vdc |
| Surge Protection | 1.5 KVA |
| Temperature Sensitivity |
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| Vibration Resistance | Mechanical vibrations with 4 g and 5 to 100 Hz |
| Housing Rating | NEMA 4x |
| Housing | Aluminum, coated IP66/68 |
| Horn Material | 316L stainless steel |
| Typical Sleep Current Drain | 4.7 mA (with 12 V power supply) |
| Typical Measurement Current Drain | 14 mA (with 12 V power supply) |
| Side Cap Diameter | 8.6 cm (3.4 in.) |
| End Cap Diameter | 8.6 cm (3.4 in.) |
| Horn Diameter | 9.5 cm (3.7 in.) |
| Head Width | 13 cm (5 in.) |
| Horn Length | 43 cm (16.9 in.) |
| Total Length | 58.5 cm (23 in.) |
| Weight | 4.3 kg (9.4 lb) |
Compatibility
Please note: The following shows notable compatibility information. It is not a comprehensive list of all compatible products.
Dataloggers
| Product | Compatible | Note |
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| 21X (retired) | ||
| CR10 (retired) | ||
| CR1000 (retired) | ||
| CR10X (retired) | ||
| CR200X (retired) | ||
| CR211X (retired) | ||
| CR216X (retired) | ||
| CR23X (retired) | ||
| CR300 | ||
| CR3000 (retired) | ||
| CR500 (retired) | ||
| CR5000 (retired) | ||
| CR510 (retired) | ||
| CR800 (retired) | ||
| CR850 (retired) | ||
| CR9000 (retired) | ||
| CR9000X (retired) |
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Related FAQs
Number of FAQs related to CS476-L: 2
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Most Campbell Scientific sensors are available as an –L, which indicates a user-specified cable length. If a sensor is listed as an –LX model (where “X” is some other character), that sensor’s cable has a user-specified length, but it terminates with a specific connector for a unique system:
- An –LC model has a user-specified cable length for connection to an ET107, CS110, or retired Metdata1.
- An –LQ model has a user-specified cable length for connection to a RAWS-P weather station.
If a sensor does not have an –L or other –LX designation after the main model number, the sensor has a set cable length. The cable length is listed at the end of the Description field on the product’s Ordering tab. For example, the 034B-ET model has a description of “Met One Wind Set for ET Station, 67 inch Cable.” Products with a set cable length terminate, as a default, with pigtails.
If a cable terminates with a special connector for a unique system, the end of the model number designates which system. For example, the 034B-ET model designates the sensor as a 034B for an ET107 system.
- –ET models terminate with the connector for an ET107 weather station.
- –ETM models terminate with the connector for an ET107 weather station, but they also include a special system mounting, which is often convenient when purchasing a replacement part.
- –QD models terminate with the connector for a RAWS-F Quick Deployment Station.
- –PW models terminate with the connector for a PWENC or pre-wired system.
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Many Campbell Scientific sensors are available with different cable termination options. These options include the following:
- The –PT (–PT w/Tinned Wires) option is the default option and does not display on the product line as the other options do. The cable terminates in pigtails that connect directly to a datalogger.
- In the –C (–C w/ET/CS110 Connector) option, the cable terminates in a connector that attaches to a CS110 Electric Field Meter or an ET-series weather station.
- In the –CWS (–CWS w/CWS900 Connector) option, the cable terminates in a connector that attaches to a CWS900-series interface. Connection to a CWS900-series interface allows the sensor to be used in a wireless sensor network.
- In the –PW (–PW w/Pre-Wire Connector) option, the cable terminates in a connector that attaches to a prewired enclosure.
- In the –RQ (–RQ w/RAWS Connector) option, the cable terminates in a connector that attaches to a RAWS-P Permanent Remote Automated Weather Station.
Note: The availability of cable termination options varies by sensor. For example, sensors may have none, two, or several options to choose from. If a desired option is not listed for a specific sensor, contact an application engineer at Campbell Scientific for assistance.