Hydro-Mix

Hydro-Mix

Hydro-Mix

Product catalog summary
Overview
The Hydro-Mix is a flush mount microwave moisture sensor designed for use in mixers and conveyors, providing precise moisture measurement for concrete, aggregates, and asphalt. It features digital technology for accurate readings and advanced signal processing for rapid response.
Key Features
  • Digital technology with 25 readings per second for precise moisture measurement.
  • Advanced Digital Signal Processing for clear and rapid signal response.
  • Multiple measurement modes for various applications and materials.
  • Fully temperature compensated measurements.
  • Two analogue outputs and digital RS485 communications.
  • Remote configuration via Hydro-Com software.
  • No recalibration needed except for different materials.
  • Calibration data stored within the sensor for quality control.
  • Easy integration into new or existing systems.
  • Replaceable ceramic faceplate.
Installation and Connectivity
  • Suitable for static pan, horizontal shaft, ribbon mixers, screw conveyors, and chutes.
  • Direct connection to control systems via analogue or serial interface.
  • RS485 serial interface for PC connection.
  • Up to 16 sensors can be daisy-chained for network connectivity.
Technical Specifications
  • Construction: Stainless steel body, ceramic faceplate, hardened steel protection ring.
  • Installation: Requires a 127mm hole with a fixing plate and adjustable clamp ring.
  • Moisture Range: Measures up to saturation.
  • Field Penetration: Approximately 75-100mm depending on material.
  • Refresh Rate: 25 times per second.
  • Operating Temperature: 0-60°C, does not measure ice.
  • Analogue Outputs: Configurable 4-20mA or 0-20mA, convertible to 0-10V DC.
  • Digital Communication: Modbus, RS485, RS232, Ethernet, USB interfaces.
  • Power Supply: +15V to +30V DC, 4W.
Accessories and Options
  • Adjustable Clamp Ring, Ceramic Replacement Kit, Hydro-Skid, Fixing Plate, Blanking Plate, Sensor Cable, Power Supply, RS232-485 Converter, USB Sensor Interface Module, Ethernet Adapter Kit, Extended Warranty.
Contact Information
Hydronix Limited, United Kingdom. Tel: +44 (0)1483 468900, Email: [email protected]
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Catalog excerpts

Hydro-Mix-1

Flush Mount Microwave Moisture Sensor for Mixers and Conveyors CONCRETE • AGGREGATES • ASPHAL

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Hydro-Mix-2

Hydro-Mix Flush mount, digital, microwave moisture sensor The Hydro-Mix is a rugged, microwave moisture measurement sensor designed to be installed flush with the floor of a mixer, chute or conveyor in process control environments. Reading at 25 times per second and combined with onboard functionality such as signal processing, smoothing and averaging, the Hydro-Mix accurately measures the moisture content of material as it passes over the ceramic faceplate. Remote configuration, calibration, diagnostics and firmware upgrades are simple using Hydronix HydroCom software. The linear output allows direct...

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Hydro-Mix-3

Typical Installation All types of static pan, horizontal shaft and ribbon mixer. Also suitable for installation in screw conveyors, chutes and other flush mount applications. For rotating pan mixers the Hydro-Probe Orbiter Sensor is recommended. Connectivity Up to 16 sensors may be daisy chained to connect directly to a control system via the RS485 serial communications link. Hydro-Control Connection Provides a complete system to control Direct Connection to Control System moisture in a mixing application. The analogue or serial interface a direct connection to an operator integrates easily with...

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Hydro-Mix-4

Technical Information Construction Refresh Rate Digital (Serial) Communication Body: Stainless Steel Faceplate: Ceramic Protection Ring: Hardened Steel Fixing The sensor requires a 127mm (5”) hole to be cut. A Fixing Plate is welded around the hole and the sensor is secured to the Fixing Plate using the Adjustable Clamp Ring. The clamp ring allows easy installation, extraction and adjustment of the sensor. Moisture Range Operating Temperature 0-60° C. The sensor will not measure ice. RS232 converter, Ethernet and USB interfaces available. Analogue Outputs Programming details to access sensor...

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