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General Forward-Looking Sonars
Mini Underwater Acoustic Cameras
Forward-looking sonars are typically mounted at the front of underwater vehicles to provide a clear view of the surrounding environment and enable target detection. They operate similarly to optical cameras, capturing comprehensive scene information in a single scan. Their advantages include compact size, real-time performance, and minimal requirements for the host vehicle.
This series of sonars is ideal for various small unmanned vehicles, including UUVs, ROVs, USVs, as well as small surface vessels, providing users with clear acoustic vision in both clear and turbid waters. The products are characterized by compact size, lightweight design, and often ready availability. Compared to similar domestic and international devices, this series offers significant advantages in terms of performance and cost-efficiency.
MiniUAC-1203 Miniature Active & Passive Forward-Looking Sonar
The MiniUAC-1203 is the most well-balanced model in the forward-looking sonar series, available in both single-frequency and dual-frequency versions. Its standard operating frequencies cover a range from 375 kHz to 2.1 MHz, with a maximum detection range of up to 200 m.
For users with specialized requirements, the MiniUAC-1203 can be optionally configured with obstacle avoidance, passive bearing (direction-finding) capability, synchronization input/output, and an extended operating depth of up to 1,500 m.
Compared with similar products available domestically and internationally, the MiniUAC1203 offers clear advantages in compact size, low weight, cost efficiency, and long-range detection performance.
MiniUAC-1206 Miniature Forward-Looking Sonar
For users with more stringent requirements on size, weight, and cost, the MiniUAC-1206 is an ideal choice. Compared with other forward-looking sonar models in the series, the MiniUAC-1206 features a more compact form factor, lighter weight, and highly competitive pricing, while maintaining solid performance specifications.
The MiniUAC-1206 supports dual-frequency operation, offers a maximum detection range exceeding 100 m, and provides selectable operating frequencies from 700 kHz to 1.8 MHz. An integrated obstacle-avoidance algorithm assists users in identifying and assessing obstacles ahead.
MiniUAC-1213 Dual-Frequency Forward-Looking Sonar
The MiniUAC-1213A is a dual-frequency, low-cost, high-resolution miniature forward-looking sonar. Based on the proven MiniUAC-1203EL dual-frequency forward-looking sonar, this model significantly reduces overall system cost and market price through optimized design and improved cost efficiency, while also achieving reductions in size, weight, and power consumption.
The MiniUAC-1213A offers selectable operating frequencies from 375 kHz to 1.2 MHz, with configurable operating depths ranging from 300 m up to 1,500 m, making it suitable for a wide range of underwater platforms and applications.
MiniUAC-1216 Dynamic Imaging Sonar
The MiniUAC-1216 is a 2D multibeam forward-looking imaging sonar. Its most distinctive feature is an exceptionally competitive price, significantly lower than any other multibeam sonar in the series, delivering outstanding cost-performance value.
In addition to its affordability, the MiniUAC-1216 is maintenance-free, rugged, impact-resistant, and abrasion-tolerant. It is designed for long-term immersion in seawater with strong resistance to corrosion. The sonar is well suited for observing fish schools and underwater obstacles in both the water column and near the seabed, enabling real-time visualization of fish positions, sizes, and movements.
The MiniUAC-1216 operates at selectable frequencies of 700 kHz, 900 kHz, or 1.2 MHz, with a maximum detection range of up to 50 m.
MiniUAC-1210 Ultra-High-Frequency Forward-Looking Sonar
The MiniUAC-1210 operates at dual frequencies of 1.8 MHz and 3 MHz, delivering near-optical imaging resolution. It is specifically designed for short-range, high-precision imaging, such as close-proximity target detection and detailed inspection.
The MiniUAC-1210 enables effective imaging in turbid or low-visibility waters, providing a reliable acoustic alternative to optical imaging systems where traditional cameras are ineffective.
Comprehensive Product Portfolio
We offer a full range of imaging sonars covering frequencies from 100 kHz to 3 MHz, including forward-looking sonars, side-scan sonars, panoramic/omnidirectional sonars, and more.
In addition, our portfolio includes positioning sonars, scanning sonars, motion sonars, and 3D imaging sonars, providing complete acoustic solutions for diverse underwater applications.
Need a frequency option not listed in the manual? No problem. All of our products support frequency customization, typically without additional cost.
We provide sonar systems for water depths ranging from shallow waters to full-ocean-depth operations up to 11,000 meters. Our products have been integrated into multiple well-known deep-sea submersibles and have successfully completed operations in the Mariana Trench on numerous occasions.
Independent Development & Core Technology Mastery
We possess in-house R&D and manufacturing capabilities for nearly all key components of imaging sonar systems, including transducers, hardware, software, core algorithms, pressure housings, dynamic and static sealing, and anti-corrosion technologies.
We have developed sonar-dedicated integrated circuits independently, ensuring optimized performance and long-term supply security.
For all high-performance sonar systems, we offer fully domestically developed and independently controllable solutions, meeting stringent requirements for reliability, security, and long-term deployment.
AUV Communication & Navigation Kit
Compact Navigator & Underwater Acoustic Modem
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UAC-08160X-OEM Underwater Acoustic Modem — Ensures stable, long-range underwater communication across multiple frequency bands.