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UAM-16320H 

High-Rate Underwater Acoustic Modem

High‑Rate Short‑to‑Medium Range Underwater Communication

Max 2km range, up to 8 kbps data rate, depth rated up to 6000 m.

The UAM‑16320H is our high‑rate underwater acoustic modem, optimized for medium‑range underwater wireless communication.

Working frequency band 16 kHz‑32 kHz, nominal communication distance up to 2 km, peak data rate up to 8 kbps. Pressure‑resistant housing supports maximum operating depth 6000 meters, suitable for both shallow coastal water and deep‑sea deployment.

It features reliable anti‑interference performance for complex marine environment. Supports point‑to‑point link and multi‑node underwater network topology, easy to integrate with underwater vehicles, seafloor sensors and offshore monitoring platforms.

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UAM-16320H High-Rate-Underwater-Acoustic-Modem

Key Features

​UAM-16320H  Underwater Acoustic Communication

Key Features

High‑Rate Acoustic Transmission Up to 8 kbps throughput, enables fast transfer of sensor data and device status feedback, reduces data transmission latency for underwater equipment.

Robust Anti‑Interference Performance Good anti‑interference capability, maintaining stable communication under complex shallow‑water multi‑path and ocean noise environment.

Underwater Network Capability Supports multi‑node networking topology. Multiple modems can form underwater acoustic network for distributed seabed sensor array.

Deep‑Sea Rugged Design & Easy Integration 6000 m depth‑rated pressure‑resistant housing. Standard serial / Ethernet interface available. Easy integration with AUV, ROV and seafloor observation equipment.

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Specifications

Item Specification
Operating Frequency Band 16–32 kHz
Max. Communication Range 2 km
Max. Data Rate 8 kbps
Transmit Power 60W (customizable)
Receive Power Consumption 1.7W
Communication Interface RS422 / RS485 / RS232 (customizable)
Operation Mode Half-duplex
Modulation Scheme OFDM
Supply Voltage 24V–48V DC
Dimension Standard version: ≤Φ100 mm × 225 mm
Built-in battery version: ≤Φ100 mm × 375 mm
Customizable Options 1. Pressure housing:Titanium alloy / Marine aluminum alloy
2. Electrical interface:RS232 / RS485 / Ethernet
3. Power mode:External DC power / Built‑in battery pack
4. Accessories:Topside deck unit, connection cables, mounting bracket
5. Software:Matching configuration software

Typical Applications

  • Autonomous Underwater Vehicle (AUV) / ROV Wireless command & data feedback for underwater robots.
  • Seabed Observation Network Real‑time data telemetry of seabed sensor nodes.
  • Ocean Engineering Subsea facilities inspection, marine environmental monitoring.
  • Marine Scientific Research Underwater sensor data collection.

FAQ

Water depth, sea noise, multipath reflection, transducer installation orientation, salinity will influence real‑world performance; all parameters are nominal lab test values.

Yes, OEM / ODM service is available. Please send your detailed project requirements.

We provide matching configuration software, integration‑related technical support, optional technical consultation service.

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