Aquavue Under Water Viewer
Product Code: 77424
MPN: 623-8110
This viewer is perfect for groups studying aquatic plant and animal life. Look down the 26˝ tube - you’ll encounter no surface glare or internal reflection. The Aquavue may also be used with a Secchi disk. The design results in more accurate turbidity readings - you eliminate the errors that could crop up depending upon weather factors, different observers, different angles or different times of day. This apparatus is constructed of crush-resistant tubing and features a black interior, flotation collar, neoprene viewing mask, plastic lens, and easy-to-use handle.
Specifications:
| Feature | Specification |
|---|---|
| Product | AquaVue Underwater Viewer |
| Type | Optical underwater viewer (bathyscope) |
| Construction | Durable polycarbonate viewing tube |
| Viewing Lens | Clear optical-grade acrylic/polycarbonate window |
| Length | Approximately 26 in. (66 cm) |
| Material | Impact-resistant plastic |
| Buoyancy | Lightweight, suitable for hand-held use |
Key Features:
- Eliminates surface glare and reflections, improving underwater visibility.
- Clear viewing window provides distortion-free observation of fish, aquatic plants, rocks, and bottom habitat.
- Lightweight, durable construction suitable for field use.
- Requires no batteries or electronics.
- Easy to use from shore, docks, boats, or hatchery raceways.
Typical Applications:
- Fish hatcheries and aquaculture facilities
- Fisheries and aquatic habitat surveys
- Pond and lake inspections
- Aquatic vegetation monitoring
- Environmental education
- Dock, marina, and shoreline inspections
- Recreational fish observation
Advantages:
- Provides an immediate underwater view without cameras or power.
- Reduces glare caused by sunlight and ripples.
- More portable and maintenance-free than electronic underwater camera systems.
- Ideal for shallow-water inspections where water clarity is good.
