A SODAR is a mobile acoustic wind and turbulence profiler which gives a continuous near real-time three-dimensional vertical profile of the overhead wind structure. Temperature profiles can also be included using the optional RASS extension (not shown above).

SODARs do not require any planning permission, structural masts or permanent fixings and can be transported conveniently in a standard van or trailer which simplifies the installation at remote sites. The system installation will take one trained operator less than one hour.

There are 3 SODAR systems available and the main difference between each model is the acoustic antenna and thus the measurement height. Approximate prices are from £23,800 ($47,000).

PCS2000-16 - the smallest with 16 loudspeakers (footprint 0.6 m x 0.6 m)
PCS2000-24 - medium sized with 24 loudspeakers (footprint 0.8 m x 0.8 m)
PCS2000-64 - the largest with 64 loudspeakers (footprint 1.10 m x 1.10 m)

TYPICAL MEASUREMENT HEIGHTS of each model
Model	Height intervals (>5m increments)	Typical height ranges	Nominal maximum** height
PCS2000-16	up to 40	20 m to 300 m	>500 m
PCS2000-24	up to 40	15 m to 500 m	>1000 m
PCS2000-64	up to 48	15 m to 800 m	>1500 m

** these heights are only possible in very favourable conditions - please click here to read the note about maximum height ranges

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For extensive information on the SODARs please select from the links below:

ALL SODAR LINKS

MAIN SODAR PAGES

SODAR SYSTEM DETAILS

SODAR OPTIONS and accessories

SPECIFICATIONS for all 3 models

Optional RASS temperature profiler for use with the SODARs (opens in a new window)

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

MORE DETAILS - documentation, training, warranty, maintenance, support,
consumables, spare parts, site requirements, installation and commissioning

About the Metek SODARs

SODAR applications and data examples

Acoustic antenna descriptions and assembly

maximum height ranges (opens in a new window)

multi-frequency operation (opens in a new window)

SODAR measurement principle (opens in a new window)

RASS measurement principle (opens in a new window)

We hope these SODAR pages provide you with sufficient information for your needs. Please do not hesitate to contact us to discuss your application requirements so that we can recommend the most appropriate equipment.

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