MRU Ex
The MRU Ex is a compact and cost-effective solution for hazardous areas including all Ex certificates

The MRU Ex is a compact and cost-effective solution for hazardous areas including all Ex certificates

Roll and pitch dynamic accuracy of 0.05° Heave accuracy: 5 cm / 5 %
The 6000 series provides high performance 0.02° roll and pitch accuracy
The 9000 series achieves exceptional precision with 0.01° roll and pitch accuracy
The MRU Ex is a cost-effective solution for hazardous areas. Easy to install with pigtail cable and including all certificates and documentation.
• Ex certificate II 2 G Ex d lIC Gb
• Compact and cost effective unit
• Stainless steel unit
• Ethernet & serial line
• Including pigtail cable in custom lengths
The MRU Ex comes in three different versions: 3000, 6000 and 9000 models to accommodate for different accuracy requirements and budgets.
The MRU Ex is also available in an inclinometer version of the MRU that does not include Heave/Surge/Sway outputs.

High accuracy roll, pitch and heave, even in irregular sea states

Ex certificate II 2 G Ex d lIC Gb

Low weight and small footprint enable installation almost anywhere

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| Roll & Pitch | 0.05° (3000 series) - 0.02° (6000 series) - 0.01° (9000 series) - RMS (dynamic) |
| Heave (real time) | 5.0 cm or 5.0 % - Whichever is greater for 0 to 25 s periods, valid for irregular motions in real sea conditions. |
| Ports | Ethernet & RS-232 / Ethernet & RS-485 |
| Communication | TCP, UDP, Modbus TCP, ethernet/IP |
| Protocols | NMEA, ASCII, Binary TSS1, MDL, Atlas, Simrad EM 3000, NORSUB, Custom, etc. ++. See protocol list. |
| Output frequency | 0-100 Hz |
| Connector | Pigtail cable 10-wire |
| Depth rating | IP65 |
| Dimensions | 190 x 190 x 205 mm |
| Weight | 15 kg excl pigtail cable |
| Casing material | AISI 316L |

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