Hydro-Probe SE

Product catalog summary

Overview
The Hydro-Probe SE is a digital microwave sensor designed for measuring moisture or dissolved solids in liquids. It is suitable for high-temperature environments and is safe for food contact, making it ideal for use in food production and other industries requiring precise moisture measurement.

Configuration and Calibration
The sensor can be easily configured and calibrated using Hydro-Com Software. It offers various display and control options to suit different applications.

Features

Designed for pressurized environments.
Provides precise linear moisture measurement using digital technology.
Offers multiple measurement modes for optimized performance across different materials.
Advanced Digital Signal Processing ensures a clear signal with rapid response.
Includes averaging and signal smoothing functions.
Configurable digital inputs/outputs and alarms.
Fast response with 25 measurements per second.
Consistent performance without the need for recalibration, except when used with different materials.
Can be integrated into new or existing automation systems.
Unaffected by dust or color.

Applications
The sensor is versatile and can be used in various industries, including alcohol processing, waste processing, evaporation processes, and oil moisture measurement.

Connectivity
The Hydro-Probe SE supports RS485 network connectivity, allowing up to 16 sensors to be connected. It also supports RS232, Ethernet, and USB interfaces.

Technical Specifications

Construction: 316 Stainless Steel body, ceramic faceplate, EPDM O-rings.
Measurement Range: 0-100% moisture, >50° Bx for Brix.
Operating Temperature: 0 to 125°C for materials section, 0 to 60°C for electronics section.
Refresh Rate: 25 times per second.
Analogue Outputs: Two configurable 4-20mA or 0-20mA current loop sources.
Digital Communication: Opto-Isolated RS485 2-wire port, with RS232, Ethernet, and USB adaptors available.
Environmental: Full vacuum to 6 Bar gauge pressure, IP67 electronics section protection.
Power Supply: +15V to +30V DC, 200mA max operating, 1 Amp startup.

Installation
The sensor must be placed in the flow of material and attached to the vessel using a bolted flange. It is not capable of measuring ice.

Catalog excerpts

Digital Microwave Sensor for Measuring Moisture or Dissolved Solids

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Hydro-Probe SE Microwave sensor for moisture or dissolved solids The Hydro-Probe SE is a high temperature microwave sensor designed for use in liquids such as concentrates, solutions or any process where the level of dissolved solids requires measurement. The sensor is manufactured from materials that are safe for food contact enabling installation in food production or similar environments. Typical applications include measuring in an evaporator when reducing liquids or any process where an exact measurement of moisture in a liquid is required. Designed for installation in a pressurised environment....

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RS485 If Hydro-Link protocol implemented Interface Options Control System RS485 Hydro-View Other Hydronix sensors can be used elsewhere in the process if required A combination of up to 16 sensors can be connected on the RS485 network Ethernet Hydro-Hub USB Sensor Interface Module RS232 PC running Hydronix Hydro-Com Software Typical Applications: Hydronix sensors can be used in many industries that require moisture to be measured before further processing takes place. Typical examples include applications that use a Calandria or a spray dryer. Reducing Liquids The concentration of a liquid in...

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Technical Information Construction Refresh Rate Body: 316 Stainless Steel. Pressure: Full vacuum to 6 Bar gauge. Faceplate: Ceramic. Electronics Section Protection: IP67. Analogue Outputs O-Rings: EPDM. Two conﬁgurable 4-20mA or 0-20mA current loop source available for Unscaled, moisture, Brix or material temperature. Fixing The sensor must be placed in the ﬂow of material and is attached to the vessel using the bolted ﬂange. Digital (Serial) Communication Opto-Isolated RS485 2-wire port. RS232, Ethernet and USB adaptors available. Measurement Range Programming details to access sensor values...

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Hydro-Probe SE

Hydro-Probe SE

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