Spotter Buoy
Rapidly deploy the solar-powered Spotter buoy — either moored or free-drifting — to capture real-time data on waves, weather, and sea surface temperature.
Sensor Specifications
Download the Spec SheetMotion Sensing
Additional Onboard Sensors
Resolution: ±0.02°C
Range: -5°C – 50°C
Range: 700 – 1100 mbar
Data Outputs
(a1, b1, a2, b2)
@ 2.5 Hz (x, y, z)
* Can derive from SD card data
** Sea Surface Temperature is not available with Smart Mooring
Data Storage
Onboard (SD Card)
Records time series of 3D displacement data, ships with 16GB SD card (supports up to 2TB, FAT32 format required)
Cloud Storage (Online Dashboard)
Online account includes real-time and historical data outputs, Spotter configurations, alerts, maps, and two-way communication
Misc. Specifications
System Monitoring
Battery voltage, solar panel power, internal humidity
Firmware Updates
USB-C and over-the-air updates (cellular only)
Advised Mooring Depth
5 - 300m
Usability
Physical on/off switch, run/idle magnetic toggle, user LEDs and integrated grab handles
Visibility Light
.5s flash every 2.5s (configurable), minimum 1 mile visibility in normal conditions
Measure the Surface
Multi-Parameter Monitoring
Comprehensive measurements including waves, wind, sea surface temperature, and barometric pressure.
Scalable
Significantly lower total cost of ownership vs. traditional platforms. Easily deploy a network to maximize spatial density.
Rugged & Reliable
Engineered to operate continuously in harsh marine conditions, from polar ice to extreme heat.
Data Access & Analysis
Spotter Dashboard
View real-time data and insights
API Access
Retrieve data programmatically with our secure API
Onboard Storage
Download data via SD card for offline analysis
Transmission
Satellite and cellular options
