AQ2 Water Sensor
Calibration-Free · Solid-State · Long-Term

AQ² pH Sensor

Next generation calibration-free pH sensing for reliable, long-term water monitoring.

Four models available — from shallow deployments to 1,250 m depth.

Overview

Built for Long-Term Water Monitoring

AQ² is ANB's next generation, calibration-free pH sensor - built for reliability and long term performance.


Powered by ANB's patented solid-state technology, AQ² removes the need for manual calibration and the fragility of glass electrodes. It self-calibrates in-situ for consistent accuracy, saving time and maintenance costs.


Designed for use in freshwater to seawater environments, AQ² works across a range of deployments such as environmental monitoring, aquaculture and drinking water treatment. The sensor is ruggedized for real world applications and can be stored wet or dry with no loss of performance.

Calibration-Free Operation

Patented in-situ auto-calibration — no buffers, no operator intervention

Freshwater & Seawater

Operates across 0.1-40 ppt salinity; wet or dry storage with no degradation

Four Depth Models

5m, 50m, 300m and 1250m for any deployment scenario

AQ² Sensor
Typical Applications

Deployed Across Water Environments

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Ocean monitoring

Long-duration open-water deployments for baseline and trend data.

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Coastal monitoring

Reliable near-shore pH tracking through dynamic conditions.

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Estuaries and rivers

Continuous pH intelligence for transitional and inland waters.

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Aquaculture and RAS

Stable pH monitoring for farm productivity and fish welfare.

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Offshore monitoring

Rugged sensing for remote offshore programmes.

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Environmental research

High-volume datasets for scientific studies and reporting.

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Lakes and ponds

Practical long-term monitoring for local and regional water quality.

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Drinking water treatment

Long-duration deployment for drinking water treatment works.

Tailored Solutions

AQ² Bundles

Sensor Information

Technical Specifications

Sensor Specification
pH Range2 - 10
Salinity Range0.1 - 40 ppt
Temp Range-5 to +40 °C
pH Accuracy±0.2 pH
Temp Accuracy±0.2 °C
pH Resolution0.01 pH
Temp Resolution0.01 °C
Data, Communications & Power
Sampling RateUser configurable / polled
Digital Comms RS-232 · RS-485 · MODBUS RTU
Analogue Outs (via interface)4-20 mA, 0-5 V
Baud Rate9600 - 115200 (default 57600)
Supply Voltage6 - 42 V DC (isolated)
Power Consumption Options (Active)<40 mA @ 12 V DC
90 mA @ 12 V DC
Power Consumption Options (Idle)<1 mA @ 12 V DC
60 mA @ 12 V DC
Physical
HousingDelrin or Titanium
SizeØ41 mm x 191 mm
Weight (air)0.3 - 0.6 kg
Weight (water)0.04 - 0.08 kg
Depth Rating5 m, 50 m, 300 m, 1250 m
ConnectorSubConn MCBH6M or Pigtail Cable

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