The SBE 45 MicroTSG Thermosalinograph is an externally powered,
high-accuracy instrument, designed for shipboard determination
of sea surface (pumped-water) conductivity and
temperature. Salinity and sound velocity can also be
computed. The MicroTSG is constructed of plastic and titanium to
ensure long life with minimum maintenance.
Additional information available at
"http://www.seabird.com/products/spec_sheets/45data.htm"
[Summary provided by Sea-Bird Electronics]
The Thermosalinograph or TSG is an measuring instrument mounted near the water intake of ships to continuously measure sea surface temperature and conductivity while the ship is in motion. Various programs have been developed to assist in the collection and analysis of data from a TSG. The data can be used to calculate salinity, density, sound velocity within the water, and other parameters. There are various types of thermosalinographs available on the market today.
