CB-50 Data Buoy Overview

The CB-50 Data Buoy is an ultra-portable real-time system for short-term or seasonal monitoring of emergency response situations. It is designed to accommodate the NexSens X2-SDL submersible data logger for quick deployment of real-time monitoring with a range of compatible sensors.

 

Key Components and Definitions

Buoy Hull: Constructed of cross-linked polyethylene foam with a durable polymer outer layer and rugged stainless steel frame providing a net buoyancy of 50 lb (23 kg).

Data Well – The center hole of the hull designed specifically to accommodate the X2-SDL submersible data logger.

Tower – The top of the CB-50 is covered with a removable foam tower with top plate which is secured by a set of three eye nuts. This protects the X2-SDL logger while still allowing for wireless transmission, and the top plate allows for mounting of topside instruments like the M550 solar marine light for nighttime visibility.

Buoy Frame – The skeleton of the buoy is comprised of 316 stainless steel with three topside lifting eyes and one subsurface mooring eye for single-point moorings. The frame supports attachment of an optional instrument cage for secure connection of subsurface sensors, battery packs and additional ballast weight for stability.

 

Figure 1: CB-50 tower with solar marine light.

Figure 2: X2-SDL mounted in CB-50 data well.

Figure 3: CB-50 with X2-SDL logger.

Figure 4: CB-50 buoy frame (without cage).

 

Key Specifications

Key specifications of the CB-50 buoy are below:

• Hull Outer Diameter: 20.0” (50.8cm)
• Hull Height: 12.0” (30.48cm)
• Center Hole Inner Diameter: 5.5” (13.97cm)
• Tower Height: 10.0″ (25.4cm)
• Weight: 35 lb (16kg)
• Net Buoyancy: 50 lb (23kg)
• Hull Material: Cross-linked polyethylene foam with polyurea coating & stainless steel deck
• Hardware Material: 316 stainless steel
• Mooring Attachments: 1x 3/4” eye nut