Acoustic or magnetic signature ranges utilize a number of sensors which are positioned or anchored on the seabed.

Range cables retain power, instrumentation & fibre optic (firer optic) data conductors, connecting the sensor to a shore langing & finally to a control or operation station.

This type of range is usually permanent or fixed in one location with many cables buried or attached to concrete stantions.

Transportable ranges are deployed from surface boats and require to light in weight and flexible for ease of manhandling and rapid deployment.   
 

Termination options including lanyard snatch release, fibre optics, & sub-sea junction box splitters can be custom designed for various local hazards or conditions. Anchoring weights bend restrictors, or launch & recovery pad eyes can also be supplied.