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The CG-5 AUTOGRAV is a portable, fully automated gravity meter that provides high resolution gravity measurements for applications such as mineral exploration, oil and gas exploration, geological mapping, and more. It has a standard resolution of 1 microGal, incorporates tilt sensors and GPS for automated corrections, and allows for touch-free operation and wireless data transfer. Training programs and application software are also available from the manufacturer, Scintrex, to support various gravity measurement needs.

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Gravitometer

The CG-5 AUTOGRAV is a portable, fully automated gravity meter that provides high resolution gravity measurements for applications such as mineral exploration, oil and gas exploration, geological mapping, and more. It has a standard resolution of 1 microGal, incorporates tilt sensors and GPS for automated corrections, and allows for touch-free operation and wireless data transfer. Training programs and application software are also available from the manufacturer, Scintrex, to support various gravity measurement needs.

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C G-5 A U T O G R AV G R AV I T Y M E T E R

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T h e C G - 5 A U T O G R AV i s t h e i n d u s try s ta n d ar d

A P P L I C AT I O NS
O  il & Gas Exploration: Gravity can be used to determine the location of a Salt dome in which oil or gas could be present. Measuring the density change in an oil reservoir can assist in the oil and gas recovery process. M  ineral Exploration: Gravity can detect Volcanic Massive Sulphides deposits associated with nickel deposits, diamond bearing Kimberlites, Banded Iron Formations, and Impact Basins. Gravity can also be used to determine the size of the deposit. G  eological Mapping: Gravity can be used to complement the results of geological mapping. C  ivil Engineering: Gravity can be used to study integrity of roads, dams, and dykes, looking for areas of weakness in the sub-surface. G  eotechnical: Gravity can detect Voids or Cavities whether they are tunnels, washouts or sink holes. R  egional Gravity Studies: Gravity can determine the rock type, soil compaction and presence of water. G  eoid Mapping: By measuring gravity changes on the Earths surface, a more accurate correction can be applied to GPS data to obtain better height location. A  rchaeology: Gravity can be used to locate buried walls, buildings, and tombs.

C G-5 A U T O G R AV

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BENEFITS
The CG-5 AUTOGRAV has a standard resolution of 1 microGal with a standard deviation that is < 5 microGals. It is the fastest, lightest, most cost efficient gravity meter on the market today.

Easy to Operate
With minimal training a user can quickly collect and record reliable gravity data.

Excellent Field Repeatability


Field repeatability tests are the best measure of a gravity meters performance. Documented field tests of the CG-5 AUTOGRAV meters show a standard deviation between individual readings and station values of better than 5 microGals.

Rugged, Robust Sensor, No Clamping Required


The sensing element of the CG-5 AUTOGRAV is based on a fused quartz spring system. The gravitational force on the proof-mass is balanced by a spring, and an electrostatic restoring force. The inherent strength and excellent elastic properties of fused quartz, together with the limit stops around the proof-mass, permit the instrument to be operated without clamping. Additional protection is provided by a durable shock mount system.

Freedom from Tares


Due to low mass and excellent elastic properties of fused quartz, tares are virtually unknown. Even after transport over rough roads and severe temperature shocks, the residual drift is minimal. The CG-5 AUTOGRAV can withstand a shock up to 20 G and the tare will be no more than 5 microGals.

Fully Portable
The CG-5 AUTOGRAV incorporates the gravity sensor, control keypad, electronics, and batteries into one lightweight weather resistant instrument case. No cables to trip over, no handheld devices, just an easy to use and carry, self-contained gravity meter.

GPS Station Referencing


Internal GPS Receiver enables GPS station referencing from a 12 channel smart GPS antenna connected via the RS-232 port. Standard accuracy: <15m; DGPS (WAAS): <3m.

Touch Free Operation


The CG-5 AUTOGRAV is equipped with a radio-frequency remote start transmitter (keyfob) to allow measurement to be taken without disturbing the meter by touch.

Automatic Compensation and Correction


By using the electronic tilt sensors, the CG-5 AUTOGRAV is constantly updating information from the internal tilt sensors. The CG-5 AUTOGRAV can automatically compensate measurements for the errors in instrument tilt. This operator selectable feature ensures that when measurements are taken on unstable ground, errors due to instrument movement are automatically eliminated. Based on operator entered geographical location and time zone data or GPS information, the CG-5 AUTOGRAV can automatically calculate and apply a real time tidal correction to each reading.

BENEFITS
Automatic Noise Rejection
Measurement errors due to locally induced shocks and vibrations are limited by smart signal processing and unsurpassed seismic noise rejection. The CG-5 AUTOGRAV has a very effective seismic filter that removes micro-seismic noise.

Low Residual Drift


The extremely stable operating environment of the quartz spring system allows the long-term drift to be accurately determined and a real-time software correction reduces it to less than 0.02 mGal/day.

Data Transfer
Transferring the data by either USB memory stick, USB mode, or RS-232C mode Onsite software updates

Displayed and Recorded Data


 Corrected gravity  Standard deviation  X-axis tilt  Y-axis tilt  Gravity sensor temperature  Tidal correction  Time of measurement  Duration of measurement  Header information (including data and initialization constants)  Graphic scope of digitized gravity data Data in numeric format  Optional storage of raw analog data for advanced applications  Observation notes

I NS T R U M E N T F E AT U R E S
 Standard 1microGal resolution  Premium rugged sensor  GPS station referencing  RF remote starter  Superlative noise reduction  The lightest of all automated gravity meters  Smart long-life batteries  Flexible data formats  Large VGA graphics display  Alpha-numeric keypad  User-accessible automated instrument alignment  On-line terrain corrections  Instrument self-diagnostic upon power-up  Data transfer using USB memory stick, USB and RS-232C interface

C G - 5 A U T O G R A V S P E C I F I C AT I O NS
Se ns or T ype R ea d i ng R e s olution Stand ar d Deviatio n Operati ng R a nge R e s i d ual L o ng - T erm Drift (s tatic) R a nge of A utomatic T ilt Compens ation Tares A utomated Correctio ns GPS Accuracy T ouch F ree Operation Battery C apacity Po w er Cons umption Operati ng Temperature Digital Data Output Dime ns io ns Weig h t Stand ar d Sys tem C o ntai ns

Fused quartz using electrostatic nulling 1 microGal

< 5 microGal

World wide (8,000 mGal without resetting)

Less than 0.02 mGal/day

200 arc sec

Typically less than 5 microGals for shocks up to 20 G Tide, instrument tilt, temperature, noisy sample filter, seismic noise filter Standard: <15m; DGPS (WAAS): <3m Keyfob transmits up to 30m line of sight

2 x 6.6Ah (11.1 V) rechargeable Lithium Smart batteries Full day operation at 25C (77F) 4.5 Watts at 25C (77F)

-40C to +45C (-40F to 113F) Optional high temperature version to +55C (131F) USB memory stick, RS-232C and USB interface

30 cm (H) x 21 cm x 22 cm (12 in x 8 in x 9 in) 8 kg (17.5 lbs) including battery CG-5 AUTOGRAV Console GPS antenna Leveling tripod 2 rechargeable batteries Battery charger, 110/240 V External power, 110/240 V USB stick adaptor RS-232 and USB cables Keyfob Carrying bag Transit case

All specifications subject to change without notice. Part number: 867711 Revision: 2

O P T I O NS
H  igh Temperature Option: For use in climates that may exceed the operation temperature of +45C (113F). Allows operating temperature of up to +55C (131F). This option is required to be ordered at the time of instrument purchase.  Battery Belt: Suggested for cold weather operation.  External Power Cable: For 12 VDC input.  Tripod Extension (surveyors tripod).

C O M P L E T E G R AV I T Y S O L U T I O NS
Training Programs
Scintrex can provide training programs at our offices in Canada or on-site.

Application Software
Scintrex can provide software packages to support data processing, interpretation and mapping needs.

222 Snidercroft Road | Concord, L4K 2K1 | Ontario, Canada phone +1-905-669-2280 FAX +1-905-669-6403 email scintrex@scintrexltd.com
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