The ESS-MINI is an electrically operated
portable seismic energy source
It is supplied with a fully integrated
control and triggering system
Operation requires only a 12-volt battery
and a trigger cable or radio trigger link to the
recording seismograph
In normal operation the MINI is mounted on
the 2-inch class 3 trailer hitch of a vehicle or
ATV
As supplied, the standard ESS-MINI system
includes the source itself, a hammer coupling
plate, an “L” bracket for trailer hitch
mounting, a hand controller, elastomer bands,
and a custom fitted wood shipping crate. An
electronic control box with attached battery
cable and trigger sensor are supplied already
mounted on the source.
The ESS-MINI seismic source is a new light
weight and compact design. Except for the steel
hammer, the MINI is made entirely out of
aluminum for strength and light weight. A new
compact gearmotor drive also saves weight. The
MINI has fully automatic cycling with integrated
triggering system. Once the “FIRE” button is
pushed a complete cycle occurs automatically.
