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Tide Alerts Tide and Flood Gauge
Tide Alerts Tide and Flood Gauge
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The Tide Alerts™ Tide or Flood gauge is a solar powered ultrasonic sensor that sends range measurements to the Tide Alerts application using an integrated cellular modem. For tide measurements, the gauge is typically mounted on a piling, post, or walkway overhanging the water.
After the gauge is installed, it requires the additional purchase of a monthly Tide Alerts subscription that includes:
Data publishing – your station’s tide data displayed on the Tide Alerts app.
Services – real‑time tide readings and tidal forecasts for stations with valid tidal data. Forecasts are generally available after at least 35 days of valid data collection.
By subscribing, you agree to the Tide Alerts Terms and Conditions of Service.
Technical Specifications
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Category |
Specification |
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Measurement Range |
Dual Option: 0.3m – 5m (1ft – 16.4ft) standard; 0.5m – 10m (1.6ft – 32.8ft) optional |
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Resolution |
1 mm (0.04 in) |
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Accuracy |
±2 cm (0.8 in) with automatic temperature compensation |
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Beam Angle |
~11° Narrow Conical Beam |
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Sampling Rate |
6 Hz internal sampling with outlier filtering and wave averaging |
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Signal Processing |
Most-Likely Filter: Automatically rejects reflections from pilings or small obstructions to prioritize the largest acoustic return (water surface). |
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Clutter Rejection |
Optimized for high-clutter environments like narrow wells or crowded docks. |
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Update Interval |
1-minute cloud transmission; 6-minute app presentation (standard) |
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Operating Temp |
-4°F to 140°F (-20°C to 60°C) |
Connectivity & Power
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Category |
Specification |
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Communications |
Integrated Cellular (LTE-M); T-Mobile and AT&T standard |
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Antenna |
Internal high-gain omnidirectional antenna |
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Power Source |
Integrated high-efficiency solar panel |
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Battery Backup |
Rechargeable battery; 10-day dark-sky autonomy |
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Data Protocol |
Encrypted end-to-end cellular transmission to Tide Alerts Cloud |
Mechanical & Environmental
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Category |
Specification |
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Ingress Protection |
Designed to IP67 (Dust-tight, temporary immersion resistant) |
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Housing Material |
UV-Stabilized plastic / 304 Marine Grade Stainless Steel |
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Sun Shield |
Integrated UV-stabilized radiation shield; minimizes thermal gain and prevents sensor face degradation. |
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Mounting |
Universal strut mount (compatible with 1-5/8" strut systems) |
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Installation |
Two-bolt rapid deployment system |
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Design Life |
10+ years |
Physical Specifications
|
Feature |
Value / Detail |
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Housing Dimensions |
See drawing |
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Total Weight |
4.5 lbs (Includes mount & shield) |
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Sensor Face |
Recessed ultrasonic transducer with integrated sun/debris shield |
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Mounting Compatibility |
Standard 1-5/8" (41mm) Strut / Unistrut channel |
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Hardware Size |
Mounting bolts for wooden surface included |
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Typical Clearance Required |
5° conical path from sensor face to water |
Specifications subject to change without notice.
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