The Chain Angle Tool (CAT) is an ROV-deployed digital inclinometer, ideal for inclination measurement of mooring chains. The CAT is used to verify chain tension and load sharing between lines; an essential element of in-service integrity management and Class UWILD surveys.
Chain Angle Tool (CAT)
Chain Angle Tool (CAT)
Available for rental or as a Class-approved service from Ashtead Technology
- Three-axis MEMS technology
- Accurate to within +/-1 degree
- Deployable by Work or Inspection-class ROVs
- Available in lengths to suit chain size
- Lightweight aluminum frame
- Software for real-time data display, record to text file, or export video overlay
- In-situ angle measurement for inferred chain tension
- UWILD Class compliance
