The sPAT is a pop-up archival transmitting tag (PAT tag, also known as a PSAT) specifically optimized for short-term survivorship studies. The sPAT uses a suite of sensors and algorithms to monitor the status of the tagged animal for up to 60 days.
The operational definition of “survivorship” is when the tag is still attached to a swimming animal 30 days after deployment.
This user guide gives you all the essential information needed for interacting with, configuring, and deploying this tag. It also includes instructions on how to use Tag Agent.
USB Communications Cable Driver – 29-March 2023
Driver for the Wildlife Computers USB Communications cable.
Below are the physical specifications of the sPAT. A full description of these features is available on the downloadable sPAT Product Features (PDF).
Attachment Type | Towed |
Sensors | Depth, Temperature, Light |
Depth Sensor Range | 1700 m |
Depth sensor Resolution | 0.5 m |
Depth Sensor Accuracy | +/- 1% of reading |
Temperature Sensor Range | -40° C to 60° C |
Temperature Sensor Resolution | 0.05° C |
Temperature Sensor Accuracy | +/- 0.1° C |
Light Sensor | 5 x 10-12W.cm-2 to 5 x 10-2W.cm-2 |
Wet/Dry Sensor | Yes |
Length (mm) | 118 mm |
Diameter (mm) | 38 mm |
Weight (g) | 61 g |
Pressure Rating (m) | 2000 m |
Operating Temperature Rating (°C) | -20° C to 50° C |
Conductivity Operational Limits | 0.1 to 5 S/m |
Optimal Storage Temperature range (°C) | 0° C to 5° C |
Maximum Deployment Length | 60 Days |