New Acoustic Release from Teledyne Benthos

Teledyne Benthos announced the launch of its new R12K Acoustic Release. According to the manufacturer, the development and design process included an in-depth needs assessment across a broad spectrum of the user base. The resulting new product, R12K, aims to combine the reliability of the Teledyne Benthos acoustic release mechanical design with new electronic systems that improve the functional aspects of the product.

The Model R12K Deep Sea Acoustic Transponding release is the first product in the Benthos release line to benefit from this new electronics architecture. The new units are digital signal processor (DSP) based allowing the move from audible status confirmations to visual signal confirmations.

Performance enhancements for the R12K units include:   

• Battery voltage indication, including percent remaining, on command
• Unit tilt measurement, 0-180 degrees (+/- 1%), available on command
• Positive confirmation of release status on command.

The R12K is designed for full ocean depth mooring recovery applications with a rugged stainless steel package and a 5,000kg load rating. Every release is functionally tested to full ocean depth pressures.

Teledyne Benthos manufactures a wide range of acoustic releases for shallow water and deep sea equipment recovery. All of the Benthos releases can be operated from their deck boxes, giving users wireless topside control over their subsea devices.

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