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HBK surface microphones Microphones

HBK surface microphones: sensors and measurement devices by HBK for microphones.

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Models of HBK surface microphones compared by parameter
Parameter 4948 4948-A 4948-B 4948-W-005
Microphone diameter 0.5 inch 0.5 inch 0.5 inch 0.5 inch
Interfaces Ethernet Ethernet Ethernet Ethernet
A-weighted inherent noise 55 dB(A) 55 dB(A) 55 dB(A) 55 dB(A)
ADC sampling rate 131072 samples/s 131072 samples/s 131072 samples/s 131072 samples/s
Number of measurement channels 1 1 1 1
Frequency response 5–20000 Hz 5–20000 Hz 5–20000 Hz 5–20000 Hz
Sound field Pressure / coupler / confined space Pressure / coupler / confined space Pressure / coupler / confined space Pressure / coupler / confined space
Maximum SPL 160 dB SPL 160 dB SPL 160 dB SPL 160 dB SPL
Microphone polarization CCLD CCLD CCLD CCLD
Sound field Not specified Not specified Not specified Not specified
Status Active Active Active Active

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It measures sound pressure on surfaces, including wind-tunnel and flight tests, using flush mounting to reduce flow disturbance.

Both support TEDS. Version 4948 B adds a CIC input for remote verification of the measurement channel, including preamplifier and cabling.

Its built-in DeltaTron preamplifier connects to a CCLD input. Match the power supply and cable to the microphone configuration.

Pressure-field response is specified from 10 Hz to 10 kHz at ±1 dB, and from 5 Hz to 20 kHz at ±3 dB, relative to 250 Hz.

The sheet specifies operation from −55 to +100 °C. Its titanium construction supports corrosion resistance; also check the selected cable and mounting conditions.

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