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CDOM in Environmental Monitoring

CDOM in Environmental Monitoring

Monitoring Colored Dissolved Organic Matter (CDOM) in natural waters is critical for evaluating environmental organic pollution, carbon dynamics, and water qualityAlpHa’s XC-CDOM sensor utilizes patent-pending optical technology with the following unique features:

  • Industry-leading minimum detection limit at 0.01 ppb
  • Automatic temperature compensation
  • Analog (0 – 3 V) or digital (RS-485 MODBUS RTU) output formats
  • Options for custom OEM sonde multiparameter and stand-alone configurations

CDOM Parameter in Environmental Monitoring

CDOM Sensor Capabilities

  • Minimum Detection Limit: < 0.01 ppb
  • CDOM Range:
    • Sonde: 0 to 650 ppb
    • Stand-alone: 0 to 3,000 ppb (adjustable)
  • CDOM Response Time:
    • Sonde: T100 ~3 seconds
    • Stand-alone: T100 ~2 seconds
  • Temperature Range: 0 to 50°C
  • Max Pressure: 375 m 
  • Emission Wavelength: 465 / 110 nm
  • Input Power:
    • Sonde: 5 – 36 VDC
    • Stand-alone: 6 – 36 VDC
  • Power Consumption:
    • Sonde: 450 mW
    • Stand-alone: 500 mW
    • Custom Options Available
  • Warranty: 12 Months

Configuration Options

  • Form Factor
    • Stand-alone
    • Sonde / Cartridge
    • Custom Options Available
  • Housing Material Options
    • Titanium
    • Custom Options Available
  • Thermistor Options
    • Integrated Temperature Compensation
  • Integrated Insertions
    • Custom Options Available

Communication and Connection Options

  • Analog
    • 0 – 3 V with UART-MODBUS
    • Custom Options Available
  • Digital
    • RS-485 MODBUS RTU
    • Custom Options Available 
  • Connectors
    • Integrated Connectors (detachable or cableless)
      • Custom Options Available 
    • Connectors with Cables (including temperature)
      • Any commercially available connectors and custom options