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GRALP CMG-5TB

SLIMLINE BOREHOLE STRONG MOTION FEEDBACK ACCELEROMETER

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3 Axis Strong Motion Force Feedback Accelerometer DC to 100 Hz Frequency Response (optional 200 Hz Response available) 4.0g, 2.0g, 1.0g, 0.5g, 0.1g Output Options Stainless Steel Construction with double O Rings Ultra Slim diameter of 76.2mm Sensor length 284mm Over 150 dB dynamic range Less than 3 x 10 m/s /Hz Sensor noise
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Extremely compact robust design

Remotely adjustable Mass Positions (offset can be reduced to < 1mV) High and low gain outputs Optional High Pass and Low Pass Filters Installable to depths of 250m as standard (other options available) Single Jaw Holelock Options available Strain relief mechanism to isolate sensor from signal and load bearing cable weight and motion, available Downhole 24-bit Digitiser with integral strain relief mechanism available

Slimline compact sonde housing

The photographs show that, thanks to the waterproof connector, double O ring seals and stainless steel construction, the system will be extremely reliable and is ideally suited for longterm downhole applications.
GRALP SYSTEMS LIMITED 3 Midas House, Calleva Park, Aldermaston, Reading, Berks, RG7 8EA, United Kingdom. Tel: +44 (0) 118 9819056 Fax: +44 (0) 118 9819943 e-mail: sales@guralp.com Website: http://www.guralp.com
Issue B: October 2001

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DOWNHOLE CMG-5TB SENSOR and BOREHOLE HOLELOCK

The sensor modules are mounted above the holelock clamp assembly, which provides a stable platform for the operation of the system. This holelock clamp unit is a vital element of the borehole system, and it meets a number of specifications. It must align the sonde body parallel to the borehole axis, holding it firmly in place when fixed, thus preventing any tendency to twist or slip under the influence of ground vibrations. In addition, it must be quick and positive in its locking action, not transmitting any stresses to the seismic sensors, and it must be able to maintain this positive clamping over a prolonged period without attention. This is achieved in the unit by a pair of passive locating skids working in conjunction with an active clamping arm. The single locking arm of the clamp assembly swings out from the side of the sonde, forcing the body against the borehole wall by means of the compression spring. It is located there in a vertical position by the two long skids located on the side of the instrument, away from the arm. The skid ends and the locking arm form a five point clamp, preventing misalignment.

The operation of the single jaw holelock mechanism is based on a single arm; this swings upwards and outwards, pushing the body of the holelock against the borehole casing. The arm of the holelock has a serrated steel jaw which is designed to bite into the borehole casing. This arm is pushed against the borehole by a large spring which provides about 60kg of force at its locking position. A dc actuator is used to retract the arm of the holelock body so that the sensor mechanism can be lowered into, or pulled out of the borehole. The clamp can be operated from a control box, the holelock control units and at the surface, and has a separate power system.

Optional Single Jaw Holelock

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SIGNAL AND NOISE LEVELS The figure below contains a typical estimate of CMG-5TB system noise power plotted as (thick line) noncoherent power for the vertical and horizontal sensors. The Low Noise Model, together with CMG-3T noise, is also plotted as a reference.

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CMG-5TB TRANSDUCER SPECIFICATIONS Outputs and Response Low gain output options: Corresponding high gain: Dynamic range for 2g F.S 0.005 to 0.05 Hz 3 to 30 Hz Standard frequency band: Optional low pass corner: Linearity: Cross axis rejection: Clip level and self noise: Calibration Controls Open loop response: Closed loop response: Step function response: External inputs: Physical Lowest spurious resonance: Operating temperature range: Pressure jacket material Power/signal connector: Power Current at 12 Vdc Downhole Sonde Diameter Height

4g 2g 1g 0.5g 0.1g 0.4g 0.2g 0.1g 0.05g 0.01g Standard <140 dB <127 dB dc to 100 Hz (-3dB point) 50, 100 or 200 Hz 0.1% of full scale 0.001 g/g See plot on Page 3. Provided (pin on connector) Provided (pin on connector) May be added to open and closed loop calibrations Sine, step and pseudo-random inputs may be inserted 450 Hz - 20 to + 70 deg. C Hard anodised aluminium Milspec connector on sensor housing (KPT02E-14-19P) 3 mA per axis 76.2 mm 284mm ( 431 mm including lifting hook)

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