{"product_id":"wildco-196-b12-standard-ekman-bottom-grab-kit","title":"Ekman (Standard) Bottom Sampler - Kit","description":"\u003ch4\u003e\u003cimg height=\"69\" width=\"104\" style=\"margin-right: 20px; margin-bottom: 10px; float: left;\" alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2593\/8322\/files\/logo-6_jpg_large.png?v=1515195083\"\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProduct Code: 196-B12\u003cbr\u003eMPN: 3-196-B12\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe Wildco 3-196-B12 Standard Ekman Bottom Grab Kit is a complete benthic sampling system designed for collecting undisturbed sediment samples from soft-bottom lakes, ponds, reservoirs, wetlands, and slow-moving rivers. Constructed from corrosion-resistant 316 and 18-8 stainless steel, the Ekman grab features 6 × 6 × 6 inch (15 × 15 × 15 cm) opposing jaws that close rapidly when activated by the included messenger, producing reliable sediment samples for biological, chemical, and physical analysis. It is ideal for sampling mud, silt, marl, organic ooze, and other fine sediments free of rocks, coarse sand, or heavy vegetation. \u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchor\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe standard Ekman is the most versatile model in the Wildco Ekman range due to its portability and ease of operation. The kit includes the Ekman Bottom Grab, \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/dynamicaquasupply.com\/products\/messengers-for-wildco-bottom-grabs-and-water-samplers?_pos=1\u0026amp;_sid=604ffe41b\u0026amp;_ss=r\"\u003eSBK2\u003c\/a\u003e stainless steel messenger, \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/dynamicaquasupply.com\/products\/ekman-bottom-sampler-parts-and-accessories-copy?_pos=1\u0026amp;_sid=e32ffac42\u0026amp;_ss=r\"\u003e62-C15\u003c\/a\u003e (100 ft) sampling line, and a protective carrying case, providing everything required for field sampling. The centre-pivot jaw design minimizes bottom disturbance while overlapping scoops reduce sample washout during retrieval, making the sampler well suited for benthic macroinvertebrate studies, limnology, fisheries assessments, and environmental monitoring.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4 class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\"\u003eKit Includes:\u003cspan class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchor\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/dynamicaquasupply.com\/products\/wildco-196-b15-standard-ekman-bottom-grab?_pos=4\u0026amp;_sid=6166cd83b\u0026amp;_ss=r\"\u003eWildco 196-B15 Standard Ekman Bottom Grab\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/dynamicaquasupply.com\/products\/messengers-for-wildco-bottom-grabs-and-water-samplers?_pos=1\u0026amp;_sid=604ffe41b\u0026amp;_ss=r\"\u003eStainless steel 11 oz (45-B10) messenger\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/dynamicaquasupply.com\/products\/ekman-bottom-sampler-parts-and-accessories-copy?_pos=1\u0026amp;_sid=e32ffac42\u0026amp;_ss=r\"\u003e100 ft (30.5 m) sampling line\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRugged carrying case for transport and storage \u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eKey Features:\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDesigned for soft-bottom sediments such as mud, silt, ooze, peat, and marl.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOverlapping scoop jaws reduce sample loss during retrieval.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTwin-Pin™ release mechanism provides dependable and repeatable operation with few moving parts.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHinged top covers open during descent to minimize water resistance and close during retrieval to reduce washout.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWide base provides excellent stability on soft substrates while minimizing sediment disturbance.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eManufactured from corrosion-resistant stainless steel for long service life in freshwater and marine environments.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe optional \u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(43, 0, 255);\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/dynamicaquasupply.com\/products\/ekman-bottom-sampler-parts-and-accessories-copy-1?_pos=1\u0026amp;_sid=9e60080f7\u0026amp;_ss=r\" style=\"color: rgb(43, 0, 255);\"\u003eextension handle\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e replaces messenger in shallow water.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4 class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\"\u003eSpecifications:\u003cspan class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchor\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"TyagGW_tableContainer\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"group TyagGW_tableWrapper flex flex-col-reverse w-fit\" tabindex=\"-1\"\u003e\n\u003ctable class=\"w-fit min-w-(--thread-content-width)\"\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth class=\"last:pe-10\"\u003eFeature\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth class=\"last:pe-10\"\u003eSpecification\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eModel\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e196-B12\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eProduct Type\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eEkman Bottom Grab Sampling Kit\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSampling Area\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e6 × 6 in. (15.2 × 15.2 cm)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBite Depth\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e6 in. (15.2 cm)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSample Volume\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e3.5 L (214–216 in³)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSample Area\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e36 in² (232 cm²)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSampler Construction\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e316 and 18-8 stainless steel\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eEmpty Weight\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e7 lb (3 kg)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eApproximate Filled Weight\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e35 lb (16 kg)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRelease Mechanism\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eTwin-Pin™ messenger-operated release\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Wildco","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45166444216451,"sku":"196-B12","price":798.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2593\/8322\/files\/196-B12.jpg?v=1756585050","url":"https:\/\/dynamicaquasupply.com\/en-us\/products\/wildco-196-b12-standard-ekman-bottom-grab-kit","provider":"Dynamic  Aqua-Supply","version":"1.0","type":"link"}