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HOW TO INSTALL THE TRANSDUCER
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Installation on a towed body
Transducers designed to withstand large water pressure are
provided for use in towed bodies. The recommended installation
method is through the hull plating hull using mounting and
clamping rings. The installation arrangement on the towed body
must be designed by the manufacturer of the towed body to fit
its shape and characteristics.
Use mounting and clamping rings whenever
provided
Circular transducers may be provided with mounting and
clamping rings, or with drawings to allow for local production of
these. The mounting ring is welded to the hole in the towed array,
while the clamping ring fits around the edge of the transducer
body. Bolts through the clamping ring into the mounting ring will
then secure the transducer between them. Note that all split-beam
transducers use direction guides to allow correct mounting.
Smooth surface is important
Mounting screws or bolts must not be extruding from the vehicle.
Ensure that the surface of the transducer face, the vehicle, the
vehicle plating and putty around the transducer is as even and
smooth as possible. Obstructions on these surfaces will create
problems with the water flow.
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