ixDAS-6000 Distributed Acoustic Sensor (DAS) Interrogators
Product Details
The ixDAS-6000 distributed acoustic sensor (DAS ) interrogator is designed for long-distance, high-fidelity, and high-sensitivity acoustic and vibration signal acquisition for structural health monitoring, while maintaining low power consumption.
This interrogator utilizes advanced pulse compression coding modulation DAS technology implemented on FPGA platforms, which facilitates a highly efficient balance between outstanding performance and energy efficiency.
The ixDAS-6000 outperforms the ixDAS-2000 series in terms of signal fidelity and sensitivity, and stands out for its blend of high performance, efficiency, and adaptability, making it an excellent choice for robust, long-term monitoring applications in challenging environments.
Key Features
High Performance and Low Power Consumption:
Engineered to provide superior monitoring capabilities without excessive energy requirements.
Advanced FPGA Algorithms
Enable real-time processing and enhanced signal interpretation, resulting in improved detection and analysis of acoustic signals.
Wider Operating Temperature Range
Effective operation across a broader range of temperatures, enhancing its suitability for varied environments.
Enhanced Environmental Adaptability
Well-suited for demanding outdoor conditions, ensuring reliable performance.
Applications
Infrastructure Structural Health Monitoring
Helps assess the condition of bridges, tunnels, dams, buildings,
railways, pipelines, and other critical structures to detect potential failures.
Large-Scale Mechanical Vibration Fault Monitoring
Detects and analyzes potential faults in large machinery,
contributing to preventive maintenance and operational safety.
Specifications
| Model | ixDAS-6000 |
|---|---|
| Measurand | Strain / Strain rate |
| Max. Sensing Range | 60 km (maximum) |
| Spatial Resolution (Gauge Length) | 4 ~ 10 m |
| Spatial Sampling Interval | 1.2 m (minimum) |
| Sampling Rate | 100 Sps ~ 100 kSps |
| Response Frequency | 0.1 Hz ~ 20 kHz |
| Self-Noise Level1 | @1km |
| 10 pε/√Hz ＠20 Hz | |
| 5 pε/√Hz ＠100 Hz | |
| @50km | |
| 40 pε/√Hz ＠20 Hz | |
| 15 pε/√Hz ＠100 Hz | |
| Dynamic Range | ≥ 95 dB @ 10 Hz |
| Fiber and Connector | SMF / MMF / Specialty fiber cable, FC/APC |
| Average Emission Power | ≤ 0.5 mW (laser safety 1 class) |
| Fiber Quality Monitoring | A real-time backscattering relative intensity profile output provided |
| Channels | 1 |
| Output Data | Phase profile, backscattering relative intensity profile |
| Data Interface | RJ45 (1000M Ethernet) |
| Operation Temperature | – 20 ℃ to 50 ℃ |
| Sizes and Weights | 429 mm (W) × 483 mm (D) × 86 mm (H)，9.5kg |
| Power Supply | 100〜240 VAC, 60 W |
Note1: Median value over full length of 1 km single-mode fiber (Gauge length = 10m; Sampling rate = 2 kSps).
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