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ATI’s Model B10/77 is a simplified particle sensor providing only one channel of particle measurement. The sensor operates from unregulated 12 VDC power supplies and provides a single isolated 4-20 mA output proportional to particle counts for all particles 2 microns and above. The span of this output is operator selectable for ranges from 0-100 counts/ml up to 0-10,000 counts per ml. In addition, a relay output is available to provide a simple alarm when particle concentrations exceed a preset limit. As with the span of the analog output, this alarm setpoint is easily adjustable.
Particle sensors require relatively little in the way of operator maintenance or adjustment. Sensors are factory calibrated and do not require field adjustment. The only requirement is that sample flow be maintained at 60 cc/min. This can be done conveniently using an optional constant-heat flow control that can be supplied as part of the sensor assembly. The flow controller also serves as a degassing chamber to remove entrained air, which can cause inaccurate particle measurements. For samples coming directly from a pressurized line, a rotameter on the outlet of the sensor can be used to set the proper flowrate.
A unique feature of the B10/77 sensor is an easily removable measuring cell. Since deposits on optical surfaces can degrade particle sensors over time, the cell can be easily removed for cleaning. And because all cells are interchangeable, a spare cell can be inserted in seconds so that monitoring can continue while cell cleaning is done at your convenience.
B10/77 Particle Sensors are ideal for any monitoring applications where only total particle measurement is desired. It is especially well suited for simple alarming applications where filter breakthrough could result in a rapid increase in particle counts. It is also useful for providing a total particle signal for comparison with turbidity measurement on filter effluent samples. |