Wave Staff III
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Wave Staff III – Product Description
The Ocean Sensor Systems Wave Staff III is a high-resolution instrument designed to provide precise measurement of liquid surface height at data rates up to 30Hz. Ideal for waves, wakes, tides, and tank level monitoring with robust solid-state electronics in a waterproof housing.
Measurement & Performance
| Measurement Principle | Resistive sensing via conductive staff for direct fluid contact measurement |
|---|---|
| Resolution | High-resolution surface height measurement (0-4095 counts) |
| Sampling Rate | Up to 30 Hz |
| Accuracy | 0.25% of full scale (20-80% range); 0.1% with in-situ calibration |
| Synchronization | SYNC mode for multi-staff arrays; Free-run mode for continuous sampling |
Measurement & Performance
Measurement Principle
Resistive sensing via conductive staff for direct fluid contact measurement
Resolution
High-resolution surface height measurement (0-4095 counts)
Sampling Rate
Up to 30 Hz
Accuracy
0.25% of full scale (20-80% range); 0.1% with in-situ calibration
Synchronization
SYNC mode for multi-staff arrays; Free-run mode for continuous sampling
Data Output & Communication
| Output Interfaces | RS232 serial data + 0-5 VDC analog output |
|---|---|
| Serial Communication | RS232 at 9600 baud (configurable), ASCII output |
| Analog Output | 0-5 VDC proportional to fluid level (when enabled) |
| Computer Connection | Direct to PC serial port (DB9 or DB25) or via optional Interface Board |
| Software | Staff & Sonic Product Interface Program for configuration and data display |
Data Output & Communication
Output Interfaces
RS232 serial data + 0-5 VDC analog output
Serial Communication
RS232 at 9600 baud (configurable), ASCII output
Analog Output
0-5 VDC proportional to fluid level (when enabled)
Computer Connection
Direct to PC serial port (DB9 or DB25) or via optional Interface Board
Software
Staff & Sonic Product Interface Program for configuration and data display
Power & Electrical
| Input Voltage Range | 5.5V to 40V DC |
|---|---|
| Low Power Option | 9V transistor radio battery provides several days of operation |
| Safety Recommendation | Keep supply voltage below 16V for reduced electrical hazard around water |
| Cable Color Code |
Red: Power +
Red/Black: Ground
Red/White: RS232 Transmit
Red/Yellow: RS232 Receive
Green: Analog Output
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Power & Electrical
Input Voltage Range
5.5V to 40V DC
Low Power Option
9V transistor radio battery provides several days of operation
Safety Recommendation
Keep supply voltage below 16V for reduced electrical hazard around water
Cable Color Code
Red: Power +
Red/Black: Ground
Red/White: RS232 Transmit
Red/Yellow: RS232 Receive
Green: Analog Output
Construction & Deployment
| Housing | 2" diameter black ABS plastic, waterproof |
|---|---|
| Staff Material | Blue PTFE-coated cable, interchangeable lengths |
| Mounting | Vertical orientation with electronics head above fluid |
| Tension System | Designed for 10-100 lbs tension via weight or spring/bungee |
| Clearance Requirements | Minimum 4-6 inches from metallic or grounded surfaces |
Construction & Deployment
Housing
2" diameter black ABS plastic, waterproof
Staff Material
Blue PTFE-coated cable, interchangeable lengths
Mounting
Vertical orientation with electronics head above fluid
Tension System
Designed for 10-100 lbs tension via weight or spring/bungee
Clearance Requirements
Minimum 4-6 inches from metallic or grounded surfaces
Software and Manuals
User Manual
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User Guide
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Wave Staff Comparison Table
Comparison of Wave Staff III, Wave Staff XB, and Standard Wave Staff models
Product Overview
| Feature | Wave Staff III (OSSI-010-002) | Wave Staff XB (OSSI-010-025) | Wave Staff (OSSI-010-002F) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Product Generation | Third Generation | Wireless XB Series | Standard Series |
Product Overview
Product Generation
Wave Staff III: Third Generation
Wave Staff XB: Wireless XB Series
Wave Staff: Standard Series
Measurement & Performance
| Sampling Rate | Up to 30 Hz | Up to 32 Hz | Up to 100 Hz |
|---|---|---|---|
| Accuracy | 0.25% of full scale (20-80% range) | Not specified | Better than 1% of full scale |
| Measurement Principle | Capacitance sensing | Capacitance sensing | Capacitance sensing |
Measurement & Performance
Sampling Rate
Wave Staff III: Up to 30 Hz
Wave Staff XB: Up to 32 Hz
Wave Staff: Up to 100 Hz
Accuracy
Wave Staff III: 0.25% of full scale
Wave Staff XB: Not specified
Wave Staff: Better than 1%
Measurement Principle
Capacitance sensing (all models)
Connectivity & Communication
| Primary Communication | Wired RS232 | Wireless XBee | Wired RS232 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Wireless Options | Not available | XBee USB/RS232 Adapters (up to 2-mile range) | Not available |
| Analog Output | 0-5V DC (when enabled) | Not specified | 0-5V DC (improved SNR when RS232 off) |
Connectivity & Communication
Primary Communication
Wave Staff III: Wired RS232
Wave Staff XB: Wireless XBee
Wave Staff: Wired RS232
Wireless Options
Wave Staff III: Not available
Wave Staff XB: XBee adapters (2-mile range)
Wave Staff: Not available
Analog Output
Wave Staff III: 0-5V DC
Wave Staff XB: Not specified
Wave Staff: 0-5V DC
Power System
| Power Requirements | 5.5-40V DC external | 2 C-cell batteries (1.8-3.3V) | 5.5-40V DC external |
|---|---|---|---|
| Battery Life | Days with 9V battery | Months of operation with sleep modes | Days with 9V battery |
| Safety Voltage | Recommended below 16V | N/A (battery powered) | Recommended below 16V |
Power System
Power Requirements
Wave Staff III: 5.5-40V DC external
Wave Staff XB: 2 C-cell batteries
Wave Staff: 5.5-40V DC external
Battery Life
Wave Staff III: Days
Wave Staff XB: Months
Wave Staff: Days
Safety Voltage
Wave Staff III: Below 16V
Wave Staff XB: N/A
Wave Staff: Below 16V
Key Selection Guide:
- Wave Staff III: Highest accuracy (0.25%), self-grounding options, ideal for precision applications
- Wave Staff XB: Wireless operation, battery powered, perfect for remote or difficult-to-wire locations
- Wave Staff: Highest sampling rate (100Hz), proven reliability, best for high-frequency wave measurements
- All models feature: Interchangeable staffs, waterproof construction, capacitance-based measurement
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