Sensors & Accessories

Instantel offers a wide range of sensors for Instantel monitoring units.

Instantel offers a wide range of sensors for our monitoring units - measuring variables such as vibration, noise, and air overpressure. Our sensors are rugged, reliable, and built to last. From our standard geophones to our advanced sensors, each sensor is designed, manufactured, and calibrated by Instantel to provide consistent, reliable, and accurate data.

Assorted Instantel sensors with a Minimate Pro and microphone in the background
Assorted advanced Instantel sensors with a borehole geophone in the background

Micromate Plus

Micromate Plus Triaxial Geophone
  • Geophone calibrated to the ISEE-2022 standard (2-250 Hz) and DIN (1-315 Hz or 1-80 Hz).

  • Select the geophone cable length: 2 m (6.6 ft) or 8 m (26.2 ft)

  • Includes Triaxial Geophone Mounting Spikes

Micromate Plus Borehole Geophone
  • Calibrated to multiple standards, including ISEE 2 - 250 Hz, DIN 1 - 80 Hz, and DIN 1 - 315 Hz

  • 6.4 cm (2.5 in) borehole geophone.

  • Select the Borehole cable length: 30 m (98.4 ft) or 75 m (246.1 ft).

  • Note: A 7.6 cm (3 in) minimum diameter borehole is required for installation.

Micromate Plus Sound Level Microphone
Micromate Plus Sound Level Microphone
  • 10 - 20 kHz Class 1 Sound/Noise microphone.

  • Calibrated to the IEC 61672-1 standard.

  • Includes 2 m (6.6 ft) cable and microphone stand assembly.

Micromate Plus linear microphone
Micromate Plus Linear Microphone
  • 2 - 250 Hz linear microphone calibrated to the ISEE-2022 standard.

  • Includes 2 m (6.6 ft) cable and microphone stand assembly.

Micromate Plus Geophone Extension Cable
Micromate Plus Geophone Extension Cable
  • For use with Micromate Plus geophones or borehole geophones

  • Includes connectors

  • Three cable length options:

    • 10m (32.8 ft)

    • 30m (98.4 ft)

    • 75m (246.1 ft)  

Micromate Plus Linear Microphone Extension Cable
Micromate Plus Linear Microphone Extension Cable
  • For use with Micromate Plus linear microphones

  • Includes connectors

  • Three cable length options:

    • 10m (32.8 ft)

    • 30m (98.4 ft)

    • 75m (246.1 ft)

Micromate Plus Sound Level Microphone Extension Cable
Micromate Plus Sound Level Microphone Extension Cable
  • For use with Micromate Plus Sound Level Microphones

  • Includes connectors

  • Three cable length options:

    • 10m (32.8 ft)

    • 30m (98.4 ft)

    • 75m (246.1 ft)

Micromate Plus External Trigger Cable
  • Includes a 2m (6.6 ft) cable used to trigger a Micromate Plus monitoring unit remotely.

  • Note: Requires the factory-installed Auxiliary Port option.

Micromate Plus Extension Cable for Antennas
Micromate Plus Extension Cable for Antennas
  • Extension cable for Wi-Fi, GPS, or Cellular antennas.

  • Cable length: 1m (3.3 ft)

Micromate Plus Power Adaptor
Micromate Plus Power Adaptor
  • Power supply to charge a Micromate Plus.

  • Must order with the 3-prong cable (North America) or the charge kit (International).

Micromate Plus 3-Prong Cable (North America)
Micromate Plus 3-Prong Cable
  • Utilize with the Micromate Plus power adaptor for power supply.

  • North America only.

Micromate Plus International Charge Kit
Micromate Plus International Charge Kit Assembly
  • Power cable for use with the Micromate Plus power adaptor.

  • International use only (not North America).

Micromate Plus Flying Lead Power Cable
Micromate Plus Flying Lead Power Cable
  • Allows the Micromate Plus unit to be connected to an external power source such as a battery or solar panel.

Micromate Plus Standard USB-C Cable
Micromate Plus Standard USB-C Cable
  • For use when the Micromate Plus is protected from the elements.

Micromate Plus Waterproof USB-C Cable
Micromate Plus Waterproof USB-C Cable
  • Waterproof USB-C cable for use when the Micromate Plus unit will be left exposed to the elements.

  • Cable length 2m (6.6 ft).

Micromate Plus GPS Antenna with Cable
Micromate Plus GPS Antenna with Cable
  • GPS Antenna TNC with a TNC male plug connector.

  • Includes magnetic base and 2m (6.6 ft) cable.

Micromate Plus Protective Boot Cover
Micromate Plus Protective Boot Cover
  • Protective rubber boot with a clear plastic cover that can hinge on either end.

  • Protects from water, dust, and impact from foreign objects.

  • Includes a stainless steel hardware kit (screws and washers).

  • Various mounting options.

Micromate Plus Remote Alarm Controller
Micromate Plus Remote Alarm Controller
  • Self-contained controller complete with a high-power auxiliary drive capability for external sirens and other alarms.

  • Cable length: 2m (6.6 ft).

Micromate Plus Auxiliary Port
Micromate Plus Auxiliary Port
  • Factory-installed option configured by the manufacturer.

  • For use with a remote alarm or external trigger cable on the Micromate Plus monitoring unit.

Micromate Plus Carry Bag
Micromate Plus Carrying Case
  • Soft carrying case used to store and carry the Micromate Plus base unit and accessories.

  • Foam insert included.

Micromate Plus Geophone Levelling Plate
Micromate Plus Geophone Levelling Plate
  • Includes leveling plate, feet, and integrated spirit level.

  • For use with Micromate Plus geophones.

Micromate

Micromate ISEE Geophone with an insert that shows the spikes
Micromate ISEE Triaxial Geophone
  • 2-250 Hz geophone calibrated to the ISEE-2022 standard.

  • Select the geophone cable length: 2 m (6.6 ft) or 5 m (16.4 ft)

  • Includes Triaxial Geophone Mounting Spikes

Micromate DIN Geophone with an insert image that includes the spikes
Micromate DIN Triaxial Geophone
  • 1-315 Hz geophone calibrated to the DIN 45669-1 standard.

  • Select the geophone cable length: 2 m (6.6 ft) or 5 m (16.4 ft).

  • Includes Triaxial Geophone Mounting Spikes.

Micromate Swedish Blasting Geophone with an insert that shows the spikes
Micromate Swedish Blasting Geophone
  • 5-300 Hz geophone. Calibrated to the SS4604866:2011 standard.

  • Select the geophone cable length: 2 m (6.6 ft) or 5 m (16.4 ft).

  • Includes Triaxial Geophone Mounting Spikes.

Micromate Swedish Pile Driving Geophone with an insert that shows the spikes
Micromate Swedish Pile Driving Geophone
  • 2-150 Hz geophone. Calibrated to the SS025211 standard.

  • Select the geophone cable length: 2 m (6.6 ft) or 5 m (16.4 ft).

  • Includes Triaxial Geophone Mounting Spikes.

Micromate Triaxial Borehole Geophone
  • Calibrated to the same standard as the Micromate Base Unit.

  • 6.4 cm (2.5 in) borehole geophone.

  • Select the Borehole cable length: 30 m (98.4 ft) or 75 m (246.1 ft).

  • Note: A minimum borehole diameter of 7.6 cm (3 in) is required for installation.

Micromate Linear Microphone
  • Measures air overpressure on a linear scale.

  • Calibrated to the ISEE-2022 standard.

  • Includes a 2 m (6.6 ft) cable and Microphone Stand Assembly.

Protective Boot and Cover
  • A protective rubber boot with a clear plastic cover that can hinge on either end.

  • Protects from water, dust, and impact from foreign objects.

  • Various mounting options exist for diverse installation requirements.

Portable Printer side view
Micromate Portable Field Printer
  • A battery-operated printer that includes a USB cable. Lightweight and easily transported for printing hard copies of event reports in the field.

  • Micromate Printer Paper (contains five (5) rolls)

  • Note: This printer has custom firmware specifically for the Micromate and must be purchased through Instantel to ensure compatibility.

Micromate Remote Alarm Controller
  • A self-contained controller comes complete with a 2 m (6.6 ft) cable and a high-power auxiliary drive capability used for external sirens and other alarms.

  • Note: Requires the factory-installed Auxiliary Port option.

Carry bag for monitoring unit
Micromate Carrying Case
  • Soft carrying case used to store and carry the Micromate base units and accessories.

  • Foam insert included.

Power Adaptor
  • Mini USB power supply for use with Micromate monitoring units in North America.

  • Input 100-240V AC.

  • Output 5V DC, 1A.

Universal Charger
  • Power adaptor for use with Micromate monitoring units internationally.

  • Input 110-240V AC 50/60Hz.

  • Output 5V DC, 1A.

Micromate Extended Memory
  • Increases the internal non-volatile memory in the Micromate monitoring unit from 15 MB to 60 MB. This optional upgrade increases the storage capacity from 1,000 events to 4,000 events.

Micromate Extended Battery Life
  • Extends the battery life of the Micromate monitoring unit from 10 days to 15 days

Micromate Auxiliary Port
  • For use with a remote alarm or an external trigger cable.

  • Note: Must be configured by the manufacturer.

Micromate 10m (32.8 ft) Extension Cable
  • For use with Micromate geophones, borehole geophones, and microphones.

  • Includes the connectors.

Micromate 30 m (98.4 ft) Extension Cable
  • For use with Micromate geophones, borehole geophones, and microphones.

  • Includes the connectors.

Micromate 75 m (246.1 ft) Extension Cable
  • For use with Micromate geophones, borehole geophones, and microphones.

  • Includes the connectors.

Micromate Custom Extension Cable Kit
  • Kit for splicing custom length extension cables for Micromate geophones, borehole geophones and microphones in the field.

  • Includes two 2 m (6.5 ft) over-molded cables. One cable has a male connector and the other cable has a female connector on one end. The other end of each cable has no connector.

Micromate USB to RS-232 Cable
  • Includes a 1.8 m (5.9 ft) cable for connecting a Micromate monitoring unit to a cellular modem.

Minimate Pro

Minimate Pro ISEE Geophone with an insert showing the spikes
Minimate Pro4/Pro6 ISEE Triaxial Geophone
  • 2-250 Hz geophone calibrated to the ISEE-2022 standard.

  • Select the geophone cable length: 2 m (6.6 ft) or 8 m (26.2 ft).

  • Includes mounting spikes.

Minimate Pro DIN Geophone with an insert showing the spikes
Minimate Pro4/Pro6 DIN Triaxial Geophone
  • 1-315 Hz geophone calibrated to the DIN 45669-1 standard.

  • Select the geophone cable length: 2 m (6.6 ft) or 8 m (26.2 ft).

  • Includes mounting spikes.

Minimate Pro4/Pro6 ISEE Triaxial Borehole Geophone
  • 2-250 Hz geophone calibrated to the ISEE-2022 standard.

  • 6.4 cm (2.5 in) borehole geophone with 30 m (98.4 ft) cable.

  • Note: Requires a minimum borehole diameter of 7.6 cm (3 in) for installation.

Minimate Pro4/Pro6 DIN Triaxial Borehole Geophone
  • 1-315 Hz geophone calibrated to the DIN 45669-1 standard.

  • 6.4 cm (2.5 in) borehole geophone with 30 m (98.4 ft) cable.

  • Note: Requires a minimum borehole diameter of 7.6 cm (3 in) for installation.

Minimate Pro4/Pro6 Linear Microphone
  • Measures air overpressure on a linear scale.

  • Calibrated to the ISEE-2022 standard.

  • Includes a 2 m (6.6 ft) cable, microphone stand, and windscreen.

Minimate Pro4/Pro 6 Sound Level Microphone
  • Class 1 sound/noise microphone.

  • Calibrated to the IEC 61672-1 standard.

  • Includes a 2 m (6.6 ft) cable, microphone stand, and windscreen.

Carry bag for monitoring unit
Minimate Pro Carrying Case
  • Soft carrying case for storing and transporting Minimate Pro base units and accessories.

  • Foam insert included.

Minimate Pro Splitter Box
  • Used to connect up to three uniaxial sensors on a Minimate Pro monitoring unit, complete with a 2 m (6.6 ft) cable

Minimate Pro USB Serial Adaptor Kit
  • Converts an RS-232 to a USB 2.0 connector.

  • For use with a serial cable to download event data from a Minimate Pro, Minimate Plus, Blastmate III, or Minimate Blaster to a PC.

Minimate Pro Power Adaptor
  • Power adaptor for use with Minimate Pro monitoring units in North America.

  • Input 110V AC.

  • Output 12V DC, 1A.

Minimate Pro Universal Charger
  • Power adaptor for use with Minimate Pro monitoring units internationally.

  • Input 110-240V AC 50/60Hz.

  • Output 12V DC, 1.67A.

Minimate Pro 30 m (98.4 ft) Extension Cable
  • Includes a 30 m (98.4 ft) shielded coaxial cable for Minimate Pro geophones, borehole geophones, and microphones.

  • Includes connectors.

Minimate Pro 75 m (246.1 ft) Extension Cable
  • Includes a 75 m (246.1 ft) shielded coaxial cable for Minimate Pro geophones, borehole geophones, and microphones.

  • Includes connectors.

Minimate Pro Custom Length Extension Cable
  • Base price for custom-length extension cable connectors and assembly.

  • Must be purchased with a specified Custom Length Extension Cable.

Minimate Pro Null Modem Cable
  • Includes a DB-9M 2 m (6.6 ft) cable.

  • For use when connecting a cellular modem to a Minimate Pro monitoring unit.

  • Note: One null modem cable is required for each monitoring unit.

Minimate Pro Serial Cable
  • Includes a 1.7 m (5.6 ft) RS-232 cable for connecting a Minimate Pro monitoring unit to a PC.

  • Note: Requires a PC with a 9-pin serial connector or USB Serial Adaptor Kit.

Minimate Pro Ethernet Cable
  • Includes a 1.5 m (4.9 ft) RJ-45 high-speed network download cable.

  • Transfer events and setup files to a PC over a network connection for faster download speeds.

Minimate Pro Custom Cable Connector Assembly
  • Base price for custom-length extension cable connectors and assembly.

  • Must be purchased with a specified Custom Length Extension Cable.

Minimate Pro Remote Alarm/RS-232 Splitter Cable
  • 45.7 cm (18 in) cable for use when both a Remote Alarm Controller and a modem must be connected to a Minimate Pro monitoring unit at the same time.

Minimate Pro Make/Break Trigger Cable
  • Includes a 2 m (6.5 ft) cable.

  • Starts recording an event when the wires make or break contact.

  • It can be used with an operator’s button or for correspondence with a blast detonation.

  • The package includes connectors and instructions.

Minimate Pro Extended Memory
  • Increases the internal non-volatile memory in the Minimate Pro unit from 64 MB to 240 MB. This optional upgrade increases the storage capacity from 8,000 events to 32,000 events.

  • Note: Must be configured by the manufacturer.

Minimate Pro GPS Upgrade
  • Adds GPS capability to the Minimate Pro4 or Minimate Pro6.

  • Allows the unit to synchronize the time of the recorded event data within 100 microseconds.

  • Note: Requires a factory-installed GPS port configured by the manufacturer.

Advanced Sensors

Minimate Pro VDV Geophone with an insert showing the spikes
Minimate Pro4/Pro6 Vibration Dose Value (VDV) Triaxial Geophone
  • 1-80 Hz geophone calibrated to the DIN 45669-1 standard.

  • Select the geophone cable length: 2 m (6.6 ft) or 8 m (26.2 ft).

  • Includes mounting spikes.

  • Note: The VDV functionality requires THOR Advanced software.

Minimate Pro High Frequency Geophone with an insert showing the spikes
Minimate Pro4/Pro6 High-Frequency Triaxial Geophone
  • 30-1000 Hz geophone.

  • For near-field monitoring with a range of up to 2540 mm/s (100 in/s).

  • Includes a 2 m (6.6 ft) cable.

  • Includes mounting spikes.

  • Note: Requires THOR Advanced software

Minimate Pro4/Pro6 High-Frequency Triaxial Borehole Geophone
  • 30-1000 Hz geophone for near-field monitoring.

  • 6.4 cm (2.5 in) borehole geophone with 30 m (98.4 ft) cable.

  • Note: A minimum 7.6 cm (3 in) diameter borehole is required for installation.

  • Note: Requires THOR Advanced software.

Minimate Pro4/Pro6 High Pressure Microphone
  • Measures air overpressure in close proximity or confined blasting situations.

  • Includes a 2 m (6.6 ft) cable, microphone stand, and windscreen.

  • Note: Requires THOR Advanced software

Minimate Pro4/Pro6 Hydrophone
  • 8 - 500 Hz geophone.

  • Measures overpressure in water.

  • Includes a 60 m (196.9 ft) cable.

  • Note: Requires THOR Advanced software.

500 g Accelerometer
  • 1- 3000 Hz.

  • Measures accelerations of up to 500 g for near-field blasting applications.

  • Package includes one Cable for 50 g & 500 g Accelerometers

  • Requires either: Uniaxial or Triaxial Accelerometer Adaptor Cable.

  • Note: Requires THOR Advanced software.

50 g Accelerometer
  • 1- 3000 Hz.

  • Measures accelerations up to 50 g for near-field blasting applications.

  • Package includes one Cable for 50 g & 500 g Accelerometers

  • Requires either: Uniaxial or Triaxial Accelerometer Adaptor Cable.

  • Note: Requires THOR Advanced software.

0.5 g Accelerometer
  • 0.5 - 500 Hz.

  • Measures low frequencies and accelerations for sensitive applications.

  • The package includes one Cable for 0.5 g Accelerometers.

  • Requires either a Uniaxial or a Triaxial Accelerometer Adaptor Cable.

  • Note: Requires THOR Advanced software.

Accelerometer Triaxial Mounting Block (50 g & 500 g)
  • Used to mount up to three uniaxial accelerometers to measure in a triaxial configuration.

  • For use with 50 g or 500 g accelerometers.

Accelerometer Triaxial Mounting Block (0.5 g)
  • Used to mount up to three uniaxial accelerometers to measure in a triaxial configuration.

  • For use with 0.5 g (P/N: 714A7101) accelerometers.

Uniaxial Accelerometer Adapter Cable
  • Includes a 2 m (6.6 ft) cable that provides power from a Minimate Pro monitoring unit to operate an accelerometer.

Triaxial Accelerometer Adapter Cable
  • Includes a 2 m (6.6 ft) cable that provides power from a Minimate Pro monitoring unit to operate up to three accelerometers in a uniaxial configuration.

Accessory

Triaxial Geophone Leveling Plate
  • Includes a leveling plate, feet, and an integrated spirit level.

  • Use with Micromate, Minimate Pro, Minimate Plus, and Minimate Blaster external geophones.

  • Note: Geophone not included.

Wall Mount Bracket for Triaxial Geophone
Triaxial Geophone Wall Mount
  • Used to mount a triaxial geophone to a wall or other vertical surface.

  • Triaxial Geophone Wall Mount Kit includes bolts, an aluminum mounting block, and mounting instructions.

  • Optional Triaxial Geophone Modification for Wall Mounting Available.

  • Note: Geophone not included.

Parts

Triaxial Geophone Mounting Spike
  • Includes three geophone spikes, each 7.6 cm (3 in) long.

  • For use with Instantel triaxial geophones.

Microphone Stand Assembly
  • Microphone Stand Assembly, total height 80cm (31.5 in).

  • Microphone Stand Extension Rod. Extends the Microphone Stand Assembly an additional 27.4cm (10.8 in).

  • For use with Instantel Linear, Sound Level, and High-Pressure Microphones.

Sound Level Microphone Windscreen
  • Foam cover for the Micromate Plus, Micromate, or Minimate Pro series Sound Level Microphones.

Linear Microphone Windscreen
  • Foam cover for the Micromate Plus, Micromate, or Minimate Pro series Linear Microphones.

Micromate Plus Sensor Dust Cap
Micromate Plus Sensor Dust Caps
  • Replacement dust covers for the Micromate Plus sensors.

  • Sold individually.

Dust caps used on the Micromate Plus connectors
Micromate Plus Dust Caps
  • Replacement dust covers for the Micromate Plus unit connectors.

  • Sold individually.

     

Replacement Antennas for the Micromate Plus
Micromate Plus Replacement Antennas
  • Replacement antennas for the Micromate Plus - sold individually.

  • Labelled for easy installation: Cellular, Wi-Fi, GPS

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