Ultrasonic sensor for the precise measurement of a water level

Hello, we are looking for an ultrasonic sensor with a measurement accuracy of less than 1cm, preferably waterproof, with a measuring range from 30cm to 300cm. In addition, our application is the measurement of a distance to water (in a river). What product is available for this type of usage please?
Furthermore, what exactly is the beam angle?

Thank you in advance

Hello @sam88 and welcome to the RobotShop forum,

You can find many options in the Ultrasonic Range Finders section of the store, some good ones are:

  • Effectual angle: <15°
  • Ranging distance: 25 – 500 cm
  • Resolution: 3mm - 1 cm
  • Ultrasonic Frequency: 40k Hz

This is a very popular sensor (HC-SR04) so you can probably find tests using it online.

As you said “preferably waterproof” you might also be interested in:

And you might also want to check Maxbotix weatherproof ultrasonic range finders and the Infrared / Ultrasonic Distance Sensors Comparison list.

I hope this information can help you out

Let us know if you need further assistance