RS4D | Strong Motion Seismograph

$434.99$1,084.99 USD

(3 customer reviews)

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
  • Explore Our Free Software Tools – Watch the Video Watch the Video
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Description

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:

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

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What's Included

Indoor

This sensor comes with:

  • 1x Fully tested Raspberry Shake 4D circuit board (datalogger/ digitizer)

  • 1x Vertical Earth motion monitoring sensor

  • 1x Triaxial (east, north, and vertical) MEMS accelerometer (Mounted on the blue Raspberry Shake board)

  • 1x Raspberry Pi single-board computer
  • 1x 8 GB pre-programmed Micro SD Card
  • 1 x Standard Enclosure
  • 1x Ethernet Cable, 3 meters long
  • 1x 5V 2.5 Amp power supply, 1 meter long (Plug types supported: A, C, G, I)

Outdoor

This sensor comes with:

  • 1x Fully tested Raspberry Shake 4D circuit board (datalogger/ digitizer)
  • 1x Vertical Earth motion monitoring sensor
  • 1x Triaxial (east, north, and vertical) MEMS accelerometer (Mounted on the blue Raspberry Shake board)
  • 1x Raspberry Pi single-board computer
  • 1x 8 GB pre-programmed Micro SD Card
  • 1x Ethernet Cable, 3 meters long
  • 1x 5V 2.5 Amp power supply, 1 meter long (Plug types supported: A, C, G, I)
  • 1x IP67 Enclosure
  • 1x USB cable, 1 meter long

  • 1x Aluminium mounting and levelling base

DIY Kit

This kit comes with:

  • 1x Raspberry Shake 4D circuit board (datalogger/ digitizer)
  • 1x Vertical Earth motion monitoring sensor with cables
  • 1x Triaxial (east, north, and vertical) MEMS accelerometer (Mounted on the blue Raspberry Shake board)
  • 1 x Unassembled Standard Enclosure
  • 1x 8 GB Micro SD Card (pre-programmed)

*All kits do not include the Raspberry Pi computer, ethernet cable or power supply. These would be supplied by you separately

Free Online Software Tools

Advanced Seismic Insights:

  • Station View: Access a comprehensive list of the latest global earthquake activity, explore events recorded on any station, and watch data feeds stream in real-time.

  • Data View: Explore Shake data in the browser, visualizing seismograms, spectrograms, applying filters, and performing frequency domain analysis.

  • Mobile App: Powerful earthquake monitoring app that brings the power of the StationView and DataView apps in the palm of your hand.

Additional Information

Waterproof Rated Outdoor Only:  IP67, click here for more information
Raspberry Pi model included Ships with 3 Model B
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.
Shipping All products are shipped by INCOTERM DAP. The buyer assumes all responsibility for import duties and taxes. Shipping Terms.

Getting Started

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

  • See our growing map of RS devices (and soon yours) on Station View
  • Sign up or login to your RS Dashboard on the “ShakeNet” web portal
  • Are you a teacher? Go to our dedicate Shake Education website

3 reviews for RS4D | Strong Motion Seismograph

  1. James Reynolds

    Really enjoy the RS4D and tracking all the earthquakes here in Tokyo and Japan. The device is really easy to set up, only took about 10 minutes and does an amazing job at tracking everything from the diggers at a nearby construction site to the big earthquakes we get offshore in the Pacific. My station ID – AM.REC8D

  2. Steve Caron

    I have been using the RS4D since October 2017. I absolutely love it. The setup is easy and support is always available from the group at RasbperryShake and the community of shakers. Living in Southern California, I knew there would be quakes to view. However, I never realized I could pick up large quakes from around the world. The RS4D’s sensitivity is amazing.

    If you are interested in seeing what quakes recorded on my RS4D look like, here are some samples: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCAhqlmltCW94ipicG8X-oLw

    –Happy owner of station AM.RD29A

  3. Andre VE3WZW.NET

    So i have been using this device RS4D for some years. My home in the Caribbean on one of the smaller islands. My home in Canada 🇨🇦.
    The device is an outstanding value for money. At $1000 usd. It offers the security for your family. This company service and support is fantastic and one of the best.
    I highly recommend this purchase.

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