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UAM-16320X-OEM

3KM Mid-range Underwater Acoustic Modems (UAMs)

Customized OEM Model for Deep Collaboration    

The UAM-16320X-OEM underwater acoustic modem device is a deep-collaboration model, offered in an OEM form, capable of serving large platforms such as moorings, seabed stations, UUVs, gliders, wave gliders, and buoys. With OEM integration and extensive platform adaptation experience, it provides maximum flexibility for customers. 


​UAM-16320X-OEM

Key Features

  • Reliable Shallow-Water Communication — Supports up to 3 km communication range with data rates from 100 bps to 4 kbps and a bit error rate of 10⁻⁴.
  • OEM Customization — Designed as a deep-collaboration OEM model, providing maximum flexibility for integration with large platforms such as moorings, seabed stations, UUVs, gliders, wave gliders, and buoys.
  • Flexible Deployment — Accompanied by an OEM sensor capable of operating at depths of up to 300 m, suitable for a variety of offshore and nearshore environments.
  • Easy Control and Integration — Supports RS232/RS485/RS422 interfaces and standard control protocols, with technical support available for custom protocol development.
  • Compact and Robust Design — Lightweight and small form factor (1 kg in air) ensures easy handling and seamless integration into diverse platforms.

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Overview

Specifications

SPECIFICATIONS
Communication Frequency Range 16kHz–32kHz
Communication Distance Up to 3km
Communication Rate 100bps–4kbps
Bit Error Rate 10⁻⁴
Operating Modes Transmit Mode / Receive Mode
Communication Type Half-Duplex
Communication Standard Dual-Mode (MASS / SC-MPSK)
Maximum Working Depth 300m (over 2× design margin)
Receive Mode Power Consumption 1.5W
Transmit Mode Power Consumption up to 40W (with adjustable power levels)
Power Supply Voltage DC 16.8V
Control Interface RS232 / RS485 / RS422
Dimensions Length 128mm × Width 98mm × Height 70mm
Weight 1kg (in air)

Applications

  • Large Platform Integration — Suitable for moorings, seabed stations, UUVs, gliders, wave gliders, and buoys.
  • Shallow-Water Communication — Reliable data links for coastal and nearshore monitoring.
  • OEM Custom Missions — Flexible deployment for customized sensor and communication setups.
  • Environmental & Oceanographic Monitoring — Supports scientific research, offshore observation, and real-time data collection.

Application Diagram 



Related UAM Product series

UAM-16320X Series

Frequency:  16kHz-32kHz 

Communication Distance: 3km

Communication  Rate:100-4kbps 

Bit Error Rate:  10⁻⁴

Operating Range: 300m

UAM-08160X Series

Frequency:  8kHz-16kHz 

Communication Distance: 10km

Communication  Rate:100-4kbps 

Bit Error Rate:  10⁻⁴

Operating Range: 300-6000m

UAM-04080X Series

Frequency:  4kHz-8kHz 

Communication Distance: 30km

Communication  Rate:100-1kbps 

Bit Error Rate:  10⁻⁴

Operating Range: 6000m

AUV Communication & Navigation Kit


DVL-600K / DVL-300K & UAM-08160X Series

 
To meet the demanding requirements of Autonomous Underwater Vehicles (AUVs) for high-precision navigation and reliable communication, we offer the AUV Communication & Navigation Kit. This solution integrates the Doppler Velocity Log (DVL) with the Underwater Acoustic Modem (UAM) system, providing a comprehensive package for scientific research, underwater inspection, and long-range operations.

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