NexSens NX260 Turbidity Sensor
The NexSens NX260 Turbidity Sensor is an optical, self-cleaning sensor designed to measure turbidity in lakes, rivers, bays, and other freshwater or marine environments.
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- Integrated wiper to reduce biofouling and extend deployment times
- Corrosion-resistant titanium housing with marine-rated connector
- Smart sensor supports multi-point calibrations via graphical user interface
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The NexSens NX260 Turbidity Sensor is an optical, self-cleaning sensor designed to measure turbidity in lakes, rivers, bays, and other freshwater or marine environments. The probe is ideal for construction sites, dredging projects, stormwater applications, and many other water quality monitoring settings where water clarity is a concern.
The sensor emits light that scatters off suspended particles in the water, and the reflected intensity is measured by a photodetector at 90 degrees. An internal microprocessor applies calibration coefficients and outputs turbidity measurements in FNU. The integrated wiper cleans the optical lens prior to each measurement, ensuring accurate readings and reducing maintenance requirements.
The sensor is housed in a corrosion-resistant titanium body with marine-rated connector and scratch-resistant sapphire lens. No wiring or programming is required to integrate the sensor with NexSens X-Series data loggers. Connection to other data loggers is available using RS-485 Modbus-RTU protocol or SDI-12 with an optional converter. NexSens CONNECT software is used for configuration, calibration, and sensor verification.
Sensor: Optical, 90° scatter
Units of Measure: FNU
Range: 0-1000 FNU
Accuracy: ±5% or 0.3 FNU (whichever is greater)
Display Resolution: 0.01 FNU
Response Time: 15 seconds
Refresh Rate: 2 seconds
Wiper: On power up and on command (10 second wipe cycle)
Construction: Titanium body & connector
Operating Temperature: 0-50°C
Maximum Depth: 100 ft. (30m)
Communications: RS-485 Modbus RTU, SDI-12 (with optional adapter)
Power Requirement: 12-24 VDC
Current Draw: <100mA
Connector: MCBH-6-MP
Dimensions: 1.42” (36mm) diameter x 8.03” (203.96mm) length
Weight: 12.7 oz (360g)
Warranty: 1-year
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