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Epibenthic sledge - 1750 cm
or 2400 cm
For 450 cm, click here |
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Application: The Epibenthic sledge is a system for sampling benthic and benthopelagic faunas. The sledge contsists of a a rectangular aluminium frame (sea water resistant) with a mesh net attached to it. When towed along the seabed, its weight scrapes into the benthos, collecting any organisms on the surface or in the first centimetres of the sediment. |
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Details of the closing mechanism. A mechanically operated flap closes the net and opens when the sledge touches the bottom. The net will also collect the organisms in the water column just above the benthos. |
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The net bucket, stainless steel. O.D. 110 mm. Mesh size 500 µ. The inner net is protected by a stainless steel net, mesh size 10 mm. |
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Detail of 3-point briddle |
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Optional: Camera with light and battery pack |
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Detail: Camera, (to the left), light and battery box. |
| 1750 cm² | 2400 cm² | |
| Ordering no: | 19.700 | 19.750 |
| Box for net bag: | AISI 304 stainless steel | |
| Frame: | Aluminium, AW 6060 T6 | |
| Opening: | 700 x 250 mm (0,175 m) | 800 x 300 mm (0,240 m) |
| Net bag: | Mesh size 500 µ | |
| Net bag, length: | 350 cm | 500 cm |
| Protection for net bag: | 4 mm rubber plate | 4 mm rubber plate |
| Dimensions, LxWxH: |
120 x 89 x 45 cm |
170 x 110 x 60 cm |
| Last rev. of this page: September 10th 2009 |