Güralp 6 series Seismometers

High performance, low noise, lightweight, broadband seismometers

CMG-6TD

CMG-6TD

The Guralp Systems CMG-6 range are lightweight, triaxial seismometers ideally suited for rapid installation in sites with moderate noise.

Model range

6T – Standard seismometer – Datasheet pdf
6T-1 – Standard seismometer with 1 second response – Datasheet pdf
6TD – Digital seismometer – Datasheet pdf
6TD-1- Digital seismometer with 1 second response – Datasheet pdf
6TC – Compact rapid deployment seismometer – Datasheet pdf

Key features / Benefits

  • Force feedback broadband instrument
  • Lifting handle and all connectors on the top of the instrument.
  • Waterproof and durable with O-ring seals throughout
  • Quick and easy, one-person installation
  • Digital output and communication versions available

Typical applications

Example customers

  • TBC

Specifications

SYSTEM

Configuration / Topology: Triaxial orthogonal
Feedback: Force feedback.

PERFORMANCE

Response: 10s – 100Hz, 30s – 100Hz (Other options available)
Output sensitivity / Clip Level: 2 x 1200 V/ms-1 (Other options available)
Peak / Full scale output: ±10 V (20 V peak-to-peak)
Cross axis rejection: Orthogonal instrument with high cross axis rejection (>65dB)
Linearity: > 90dB
Lowest spurious resonance: 450Hz
Self-noise: TBC
Dynamic range: High sensitivity and dynamic range

CALIBRATION

Type: Pulse, sine wave and broadband
Calibration controls: Common signal & enable lines exposed on sensor connector

MASS / MASS MONITORING

Locking: No mass clamping required – plug in and go
Mass position output band: TBC
Mass recentring range: ±3° from horizontal

POWER

Power consumption: 0.46W
Power supply: 10 – 36V DC
Optional low power sensor: 5V DC supply (output ±4.5 V)
Protection: TBC
Current at 12VDC: TBC

ENVIRONMENTAL

Operating temperature: -40 to +75°C
Operating Temperature sensitivity: <0.6V per 10°C
Storage Temperature: TBC
Instrument Levelling: TBC
Case integrity: IP67 for outdoor use and immersion resistance
Shock: TBC
Humidity: TBC
Auto recovery time: TBC
Alignment: TBC

CONTROL

Mass control / locking: Remote offset zeroing with DC motors
Offset zeroing: Adjustable through case

PHYSICAL

Dimensions: Ø154mm x 207mm
Enclosure: Hard anodised aluminium case, Gold plated contacts, O-ring seals throughout
Weight: 2.49 kg
Handling: TBC
Communication / Connectors: TBC

ACCESSORIES

Handheld Control Unit