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ISCO 6712

Portable Water Sampler

The ISCO 6712 is a full-size portable automatic water sampler designed for unattended sample collection in stormwater, wastewater, industrial discharge, and environmental monitoring applications. It is a strong choice when your sampling program needs flexible programming, multiple bottle configurations, flow-paced sampling capability, and reliable field deployment support.

AutomaticWaterSamplers.com offers the ISCO 6712 for purchase or rental, with support across California, Nevada, and Hawaii.

ISCO 6712 Full Size Overview

The ISCO 6712 Full Size is part of the Teledyne ISCO 6700 Series portable sampler family. It is designed for demanding field sampling programs where capacity, flexibility, and integration options matter.

Compared with smaller compact samplers, the full-size 6712 is often selected when a site requires longer unattended deployments, larger sample storage capacity, more bottle configuration options, or more room for ice in the sampler base. It can be used for composite sampling, sequential sampling, flow-paced sampling, event-based sampling, and monitoring programs that rely on external sensors or triggering devices.

For stormwater, wastewater, and industrial monitoring teams, the ISCO 6712 offers a practical balance of field portability and advanced sampling control.

Key Benefits of the ISCO 6712

The ISCO 6712 is built for field programs that need more than basic grab sampling. It helps users automate collection, improve consistency, and reduce the need for repeated site visits.

Key benefits include:

  • Full-size portable sampler for demanding field sampling applications
  • Supports composite and sequential sample collection
  • Flexible bottle and sample container configurations
  • Programmable for time-paced, flow-paced, or event-triggered sampling
  • Compatible with flow meters, rain gauges, and monitoring modules
  • Suitable for manholes, stormwater sites, wastewater facilities, and remote monitoring locations
  • Battery, AC, and solar-compatible power options depending on site requirements
  • Available for purchase or rental with local support

How the ISCO 6712 Works

The ISCO 6712 uses a programmable controller and pump system to draw liquid through an intake line and deposit measured samples into one or more collection containers. Once installed at the sampling point, the sampler can collect samples automatically based on the program selected by the user.


Sampling programs may be based on time, flow, rainfall, level, or another external trigger. This makes the 6712 useful for both routine compliance sampling and event-based sampling programs, such as stormwater runoff monitoring during a rain event.


A typical setup includes the sampler, intake tubing, strainer, sample bottles or container, power source, and any required flow or trigger device. The exact configuration depends on the site, sampling objective, bottle requirements, and deployment duration.

Technician programming an ISCO 6712 water sampler set up at a manhole with the 24-bottle kit and top enclosure on the ground

Sampling Modes and Bottle Configurations

The ISCO 6712 can be configured for different sample collection strategies depending on your monitoring goals.

Composite Sampling

Composite sampling combines multiple sample draws into one container over a defined period or sampling event. This method is commonly used when the goal is to represent average conditions over time or across a flow event.

Composite sampling may be useful for wastewater compliance, industrial discharge monitoring, stormwater runoff studies, and process monitoring applications.

2.5 gallon composite water sampler collection bottle for ISCO 6712 water samplers

Sequential Sampling

Sequential sampling stores individual samples in separate bottles. This approach is useful when the timing of each sample matters, such as during a storm event, discharge event, process upset, or flow change.

By keeping samples separate, operators and analysts can better understand how water quality changes over time.

24 1-liter sequential sampling kit for ISCO 6700 series water samplers

Multi-Bottle Configurations

The ISCO 6712 can support multiple bottle arrangements depending on the selected base, rack, bottle size, and sampling program. Multi-bottle setups are commonly used for discrete sampling, event tracking, and programs where separate sample intervals must be preserved.

Common configuration considerations include:

  • Required sample volume
  • Number of samples needed
  • Composite or discrete sampling method
  • Ice and preservation requirements
  • Deployment duration
  • Available space at the sampling location
  • Whether the sampler will be installed above grade, in a manhole, or in another field location

A variety of ISCO 6700 series water sampler collection bottles

Common Applications

The ISCO 6712 is used across a wide range of water and wastewater monitoring programs.

Stormwater Runoff Monitoring
The ISCO 6712 is well suited for collecting samples during rain events. When paired with the right trigger or monitoring equipment, it can help capture runoff samples when conditions change quickly and field staff may not be present.

Wastewater Compliance Sampling

Municipal and industrial wastewater facilities use automatic samplers to support permit compliance, process monitoring, and discharge documentation. The 6712 can be configured for time-based or flow-paced sampling depending on the requirements of the monitoring program.


Industrial Pretreatment Sampling

For industrial facilities and pretreatment programs, the ISCO 6712 can help document discharge characteristics and collect representative samples during production, washdown, or other process-related events.


Environmental Field Studies
The 6712 can support watershed studies, stream monitoring, construction site monitoring, agricultural runoff studies, and other field programs where unattended sample collection is required.


Collection System Monitoring
Portable samplers are often used in manholes, lift station areas, and collection system monitoring points. The 6712 can be configured with accessories such as a suspension harness, intake tubing, strainers, batteries, and flow modules to match the site conditions.

Integration and Monitoring Options

The ISCO 6712 can be used as a standalone automatic sampler or integrated with monitoring devices for more advanced sampling control.


Depending on the application, a 6712 setup may include:

  • Flow meters for flow-paced sampling
  • Rain gauges for storm-event sampling
  • pH and temperature modules
  • Submerged probe modules
  • Bubbler flow modules
  • Area velocity sensors
  • Analog input modules
  • Data retrieval accessories
  • AC, battery, or solar-compatible power options
  • Intake tubing, strainers, and replacement pump tubing


These options allow the sampler to be matched to the hydraulic conditions, sample collection goals, and reporting needs of the site.

Diagram of ISCO Signature meter integration with TIENet sensors, 6712 sampler interface, modem, SCADA, USB, Ethernet and analog outputs.
ISCO Signature meters integrate with 6712 samplers, TIENet sensors, SCADA systems, modem communications, Ethernet networks, USB access and analog outputs for flexible monitoring and data collection.

ISCO 6712 vs. ISCO 6712C

Both the ISCO 6712 and ISCO 6712C are part of the 6700 Series portable sampler family, but they are typically used in different deployment scenarios.

FeatureISCO 6712 Full SizeISCO 6712C Compact
Best forLonger deployments, larger setups, and more capacityTight manholes or offset manhole access
FootprintFull-size portable samplerSmaller compact body
Typical use caseMore bottle and ice capacity with flexible configurationsCompact deployment where space is limited
Field setupGood for sites where capacity matters more than minimum footprintGood for confined or difficult access points
Selection factorChoose when you need a larger portable samplerChoose when access and footprint are the main constraints

The best choice depends on the sampling location, bottle configuration, access requirements, and how long the sampler needs to operate between site visits.

comparison image showing the 6712 vs 6712c

Accessories for the ISCO 6712

Collection Bottles

Collection bottles are selected based on the required sample volume, sample count, laboratory requirements, and whether the program calls for composite or sequential sampling.

Bottle Racks

Bottle racks organize and position bottles inside the sampler base for multi-bottle sampling programs. The correct rack depends on the bottle count and bottle size required.

Pump Tubing

Pump tubing is a routine maintenance item for portable samplers. Replacing worn tubing helps maintain reliable sample collection and consistent pump performance.

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Suction Line and Strainers

The suction line carries the sample from the source to the sampler. Strainers help keep larger debris from entering the intake line while allowing liquid to be collected from the monitoring point.

Batteries & Power Options

Portable sampler deployments may use battery power, AC power, or solar-compatible charging depending on the location and duration of the project.

Rain Gauge

A rain gauge can be used to support storm-event sampling programs where sample collection needs to begin based on rainfall.

Flow Modules

Flow modules and compatible flow monitoring equipment can be used to trigger or pace sample collection based on flow conditions.

Suspension Harness

A suspension harness can help lower and retrieve the sampler in manhole or confined access locations where proper support and positioning are needed.

Replacement Parts

Replacement parts such as tubing, bottles, strainers, batteries, and accessories help keep sampling programs running with less downtime.

Buy or Rent an ISCO 6712

The ISCO 6712 is available for both purchase and rental.

Renting may be the right choice for short-term monitoring projects, temporary compliance needs, stormwater studies, pilot programs, or emergency sampling. Purchasing may make more sense for recurring compliance programs, long-term monitoring, facility sampling, or teams that regularly deploy automatic samplers.

Our team can help match the sampler, bottle configuration, power setup, tubing, accessories, and flow monitoring options to your site.

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Support, Setup, and Field Help

Selecting the right sampler is only part of the job. A successful sampling program also depends on the right accessories, intake setup, power source, programming method, and maintenance plan.

AutomaticWaterSamplers.com supports customers across California, Nevada, and Hawaii with sampler selection, rental options, replacement parts, accessories, and field application guidance. Whether you need help choosing between the ISCO 6712 and 6712C, building a stormwater sampling setup, or replacing parts for an existing unit, we can help you get the right configuration.

Field service technician next to a truck with a brand new ISCO water sampler in the truck bed

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Tell us about your sampling site, application, bottle requirements, power availability, and deployment timeline. We’ll help you determine whether the ISCO 6712 is the right sampler and recommend the accessories needed for your project.

Frequently Asked Questions About the ISCO 6712

The ISCO 6712 is used for automatic water and wastewater sampling. Common applications include stormwater runoff monitoring, wastewater compliance, industrial pretreatment, environmental studies, collection system monitoring, and field sampling programs that require unattended sample collection.

Yes. The ISCO 6712 is available for rental for short-term monitoring projects, temporary sampling needs, stormwater events, field studies, and other applications where purchasing a sampler may not be necessary.

Yes. The ISCO 6712 can be configured for composite sampling, sequential sampling, or other collection methods depending on the bottle setup and sampling program.

Yes. The ISCO 6712 can be integrated with compatible flow monitoring equipment, rain gauges, and modules to support flow-paced, event-triggered, or storm-event sampling programs.

Bottle configurations vary depending on the sampler base, bottle rack, bottle size, and sampling objective. The 6712 can support single-container composite sampling or multi-bottle configurations for discrete and sequential sampling programs.

The ISCO 6712 is the full-size portable sampler, while the ISCO 6712C is the compact version. The full-size 6712 is typically selected when capacity and configuration flexibility are important. The 6712C is typically selected when the sampler needs to fit into tighter or offset access locations.

Yes. The ISCO 6712 is commonly used for stormwater runoff monitoring. When paired with the right trigger, rain gauge, flow meter, or monitoring setup, it can collect samples during rain events without requiring staff to be present at the site.

Common accessories include collection bottles, bottle racks, pump tubing, suction line, strainers, batteries, AC power options, solar-compatible power options, rain gauges, flow modules, suspension harnesses, and replacement parts.