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MiniUAC-1006/1007 Omnidirectional Panoramic Sonar

2D mechanically scanned imaging sonars

MiniUAC-1006 and MiniUAC-1007 are 2D mechanically scanned imaging sonars based on a single-beam or dual-beam architecture. They are characterized by low cost, compact size, light weight, and low power consumption. Thanks to a sealed, oil-filled design with no external rotating parts, the system effectively eliminates risks of sediment intrusion, bearing blockage, and entanglement by seaweed or fishing lines, ensuring high reliability in complex underwater environments.

The MiniUAC-1006 features a wide vertical beamwidth, making it suitable for scene imaging and target detection. It provides 360° omnidirectional acoustic vision around the platform in both clear and turbid waters, enabling target detection and identification, collision avoidance, and obstacle detection.
In contrast, the MiniUAC-1007 adopts a narrow vertical beamwidth and is specifically designed for pipeline cross-section inspection. Its software includes advanced functions for profile calculation and 3D pipeline reconstruction.

The base version of MiniUAC-1006 is a single-beam scanning sonar, achieving full-azimuth coverage through mechanical rotation of one beam. An optional –DS (Dual-Scan) configuration is available, providing two beams with a 180° phase offset, which doubles the scanning efficiency for 360° omnidirectional coverage compared to the standard version. All MiniUAC-1007 models are supplied with a dual-beam configuration as standard.

The MiniUAC-1006 is available in 700 kHz, 1.2 MHz, and 1.8 MHz frequency options, selectable at the time of order. The MiniUAC-1007 operates at 1.2 MHz. Standard models support maximum operating depths of 300 m and 1,500 m. For greater depth requirements, please contact us for customized solutions.

MiniUAC-10061007 Omnidirectional Panoramic Sonar

Overview

MiniUAC-1006/1007 Imaging Sonar

Key Features:

  • 2D Mechanical Scanning Architecture:
    Single-beam or dual-beam mechanically scanned 2D imaging sonar for full-azimuth acoustic coverage.
  • Compact, Low-Cost & Low Power Design:
    Characterized by low cost, small size, light weight, and low power consumption.
  • Sealed Oil-Filled, No External Rotating Parts:
    Oil-filled sealed structure eliminates risks of sediment intrusion, bearing blockage, and entanglement by seaweed or fishing lines.
  • Application-Specific Beam Design:
    MiniUAC-1006 features a wide vertical beamwidth for scene imaging and target detection, while MiniUAC-1007 uses a narrow vertical beamwidth dedicated to pipeline cross-section inspection with profile calculation and 3D reconstruction.
  • Flexible Configurations & Frequency Options:
    MiniUAC-1006 supports single-beam and optional dual-beam (–DS) configurations with selectable frequencies of 700 kHz, 1.2 MHz, and 1.8 MHz; MiniUAC-1007 operates at 1.2 MHz and 1.8 MHz with standard dual-beam configuration.

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Specifications

Specification UAC1006-A0700 UAC1006-A1200 UAC1006-A1800 UAC1007-A1200
(Pipeline)		 UAC1007-A1800
(Pipeline)
Frequency 700 kHz 1.2 MHz 1.8 MHz 1.2 MHz 1.8 MHz
Horizontal Central Beamwidth 1.5° 0.82° 0.6° 0.82° 0.6°
Horizontal FOV 360° 360° 360° 360° 360°
Vertical FOV 30° 20° 12° 3° 2°
Maximum Detection Range 70 m 50 m 10 m 5 m 5 m
Range Resolution 2 mm
Operating Range SV1006: 1–100 m;   SV1007: 1–10 m
Scanning Speed 0.1°/s to 360°/s
Scanning Rate Up to 200 lines/s
Scanning Modes Panoramic scan or sector scan
Transmit Signal CW or CHIRP (automatic or manual selection)
Maximum Operating Depth 300 m or 1.5 km (to be specified at order)
Power Consumption 12–36 V DC; Average ≈ 3 W, Peak < 20 W
Communication Interface 100 Mbps Ethernet
Dimensions (excluding cable) SV1006: 88 (±1) × 48 (±1) mm; SV1007: 97 (±1) × 74.5 (±1) mm
Weight (Air / Water, excluding cable) SV1006 (300 m rated): approx. 420 g / 140 g;
SV1006 (1.5 km rated): approx. 900 g / 620 g;
SV1007: approx. 770 g / 220 g
Housing Materials Engineering plastics, composite materials, 316 stainless steel

Applications


  • UUV / ROV / USV Integration:
    Compact size and low power consumption make these sonars ideal for unmanned underwater vehicles and small surface vessels for exploration and monitoring.
  • Obstacle Detection & Collision Avoidance:
    Provides omnidirectional acoustic vision around the platform, enabling safe navigation in complex underwater environments.
  • Target Detection & Identification:
    Suitable for detecting underwater objects, debris, or small targets in both clear and turbid waters.
  • Pipeline & Infrastructure Inspection:
    MiniUAC-1007’s narrow vertical beam and 3D reconstruction capabilities support pipeline profiling, inspection, and cross-section analysis.
  • Scene Imaging & Surveying:
    Wide vertical beamwidth of MiniUAC-1006 allows panoramic imaging for underwater site surveys, habitat mapping, and research purposes.

Imaging Example


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Documents


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