BBUA-S Low-Frequency Underwater Acoustic Source Series

BBUA-S low-frequency underwater acoustic source series

Five low-frequency configurations for underwater sound transmission

The BBUA-S series provides 470 Hz, 900 Hz, 2 kHz, 8 kHz and 12 kHz underwater acoustic source transducers for long-range signal transmission, fish deterrence and behavioral control, and hydroacoustic experiments.

All configurations operate from -40 to +80 °C, provide a 180° acoustic field and carry IP68 protection. Electrical, range, pressure and housing parameters differ by frequency and must be selected as one complete row.

Frequency-specific configurations

Center frequency Minimum impedance Capacitance Peak voltage Reference range Pressure rating Housing material
470 Hz ±50 Hz 4,400 Ω ±20% 74,000 pF ±20% at 1 kHz Below 150 Vpp 1,000 m Up to 5 kgf or 0.5 MPa H62 + 304
900 Hz ±100 Hz 1,300 Ω ±20% 35,000 pF ±20% at 1 kHz Below 300 Vpp 1,000 m Up to 5 kgf or 0.5 MPa H62 + 304
2 kHz ±1 kHz 1,100 Ω ±20% 41,000 pF ±20% at 1 kHz Below 450 Vpp 1,000 m Up to 10 kgf or 1 MPa 304 stainless steel
8 kHz ±1 kHz 3,500 Ω ±20% 2,800 pF ±20% at 1 kHz Below 450 Vpp 1,000 m Up to 10 kgf or 1 MPa 304 stainless steel
12 kHz ±1 kHz 2,200 Ω ±20% 2,900 pF ±20% at 1 kHz Below 450 Vpp 500 m Up to 10 kgf or 1 MPa 304 stainless steel

Applications

  • Underwater acoustic source equipment
  • Long-range underwater acoustic signal transmission
  • Fish deterrence and behavioral control
  • Hydroacoustic experiments