Optical Sensors for Safe Oxygen Monitoring
- This article details the successful implementation of Hamilton's VisiFerm mA optical oxygen sensor at RIERA NADEU, a company operating in challenging ATEX environments.Here's a breakdown of the key...
- Problem: RIERA NADEU faced limitations with conventional amperometric oxygen sensors, including frequent electrolyte replacement, limited lifespan, and extensive calibration requirements.
- solution: Hamilton developed a custom OEM VisiFerm mA sensor using HASTELLOY, a corrosion-resistant material.
Summary of the Hamilton VisiFerm mA Optical Sensor Submission at RIERA NADEU
This article details the successful implementation of Hamilton’s VisiFerm mA optical oxygen sensor at RIERA NADEU, a company operating in challenging ATEX environments.Here’s a breakdown of the key takeaways:
Problem: RIERA NADEU faced limitations with conventional amperometric oxygen sensors, including frequent electrolyte replacement, limited lifespan, and extensive calibration requirements. They needed a robust and reliable solution for oxygen control in corrosive chemical environments.
solution: Hamilton developed a custom OEM VisiFerm mA sensor using HASTELLOY, a corrosion-resistant material. This optical sensor offered a stable and accurate solution.
Benefits & Results:
* Reduced Maintenance: eliminated electrolyte replacement and substantially reduced calibration frequency.
* Increased Lifespan: The HASTELLOY construction provided a longer sensor lifespan.
* Improved Accuracy & Stability: The optical technology ensured consistently accurate oxygen control.
* Enhanced Safety: Reliable oxygen control in ATEX environments improved safety.
* Seamless Integration: The sensor integrated easily into existing systems using a standard 4-20 mA output.
* Cost-Effectiveness: lower maintenance, longer lifespan, and competitive pricing contributed to improved process profitability.
* Future Expansion: RIERA NADEU plans to expand the use of visiferm mA sensors to other equipment.
Key Advantages of the VisiFerm mA Sensor (as listed in the article):
* Lower maintenance costs
* longer lifespan & reduced calibration
* 360° installation flexibility
* Greater measurement stability
* Compact & visually appealing design
* easy integration with existing systems
* efficient technical support & faster delivery
* Competitive pricing
In essence, the VisiFerm mA sensor provided RIERA NADEU with a superior oxygen control solution that addressed the shortcomings of traditional sensors, leading to more efficient, safer, and cost-effective operations.