4 Component Seismograph

• Multiple sensor technology recommended for active earthquake areas
• Record high quality up-down activity for earthquakes of all magnitudes near and far
• Accelerometer sensors remain on scale to detect larger local earthquakes on all axes
• Highly versatile, capable of measuring both strong motion and micro-seismic activity
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Stay on scale during the strongest seismic events with the RS4D, using both accelerometers and geophone technology.

Overview:

The RS4D combines a geophone velocity sensor together with three accelerometers, offering an expanded range of seismic detection from micro-tremors to large-magnitude earthquakes. The RS4D captures both ground velocity and acceleration, making it ideal for environments where seismic intensity can saturate traditional seismographs. With its three accelerometers detecting motion on all axes, the RS4D is perfect for monitoring strong ground motion in earthquake-prone areas, as well as for applications like structural health monitoring.

Key Features:

• Integrated velocity (geophone) and acceleration sensors
• Captures both strong motion and micro-seismic activity
• Three accelerometers for horizontal and vertical local ground motion detection
• Wide decibel measurement range for broader sensitivity
• Compact, all-in-one portable design

Why Choose the RS4D?

The RS4D is designed for environments with strong seismic activity, ensuring the device remains accurate and on-scale even during intense ground motion. Its dual-sensor system—geophone and accelerometers—enables high-fidelity readings of seismic events, both near and far, while also capturing local acceleration motion across all axes, making the RS4D a top choice for earthquake-prone regions and applications requiring broad sensitivity.

The accelerometer sensors extend the RS4D’s usability to structural health monitoring, particularly where velocity sensors alone may fall short. Whether for local seismic monitoring or applications requiring advanced sensitivity, the RS4D delivers reliable data in a portable, easy-to-use package.

Scientific Publications:

• Seismic Observations in Bucharest Area with a Raspberry Shake Citizen Science Network.
• Reduce Seismic Risk: Analysis of a “Small Box” that Can Do a Lot.
• “Saving Precious Seconds”—A Novel Approach to Implementing a Low-Cost Earthquake Early Warning System.
• Monitoring of Local Earthquakes in Haiti Using Low‐Cost, Citizen‐Hosted Seismometers and Regional Broadband Stations.
• Seismic Instrumentation and Structural Health Monitoring of Essential Buildings.

All Raspberry Shake models easily integrate into existing networks and allow for rapid deployment.

 

 

Additional Information

Waterproof Rated	Outdoor Only:  IP67, click here for more information
Raspberry Pi model included	Raspberry Pi 3 Model B included in Turnkey version only (not included in DIY Kit)
Connectivity	Wifi or Ethernet   Outdoor Only: The supported standard for the IP67 LAN connector is 100 Mbit/s.
System Requirements	Windows, Linux or Mac OS compatible
License	All users must adhere to the Raspberry Shake license agreement.
Warranty	The Raspberry Shake circuit board and geophone components come with a one year guarantee.  Full details.
Technical Specifications	Click here.

Getting Started

Setup and installation is easy! Click on this link for our Quick Start Guide to find all the details to getting started.

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