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New sensor design solves wet gas flow measurement problems The optional Wet Gas MASSter sensor for the ST80 series flow meters is said to deliver accurate, repeatable gas flow measurement in the presence of even more moisture and condensation droplets. Available with the Model ST80, this new WG sensor can be applied for use in entrained moisture and rain-shielding applications. This WG sensor configuration features a mechanical design that shunts moisture, condensation and water droplets away from the thermal flow sensor, thus maintaining an accurate gas flow measurement while minimising errors that could occur from a cooling effect on the sensor that might cause a spike or false high reading. The Wet Gas MASSter Sensor option can be used in applications that have either moisture entrained in the gas (annular mist) or for protection against down the pipe rain in larger, vertical stacks. Eliminating the moisture from the gas stream is always the preferred, best practice when possible. Common moisture removal methods include installing gas dryers or a knockout drums or knockout pots upstream from the flow meter. Many times, however, these techniques are either infeasible due to crowded equipment areas or awkward pipe configurations. The new FCI Wet Gas MASSter Sensor option for the ST80 Series relies on standard thermal constant power (CP) technology and optimises the sensor head design and installation to minimise or prevent condensation from contacting the sensor. The wet gas sensor head mechanically shunts the condensate away and never allows it to reach the sensors, which eliminates moisture interference with accurate, repeatable flow measurement. This solution to wet gas measurement featuring the Wet Gas MASSter Sensor option for the ST80 Series Flow Meter offers a number of important advantages. First, all safety approvals remain in place because this is a mechanical solution. There is no increase in energy consumption to power the instrument, and there is no impact on sensor service life. Furthermore, there is no de-rating of
the instrument’s T-rating, and the sensor is safe to touch. Foundation Fieldbus or PROFIBUS PA can be optionally added. A best-in-class, backlit LCD provides digital and bar graph readouts of the flow rate and temperature, totalised flow, alarms, diagnostics feedback and a user defined label field is also available. The transmitter enclosure is NEMA 4X/IP67 rated, selectable for NPT or metric conduit port threading and is available in both aluminium and stainless steel and maybe remotely located up to 1000 feet (305 m) apart from the flow element. AMS Instrumentation and Calibration (03) 9017 8225 www.ams.ic.com.au
Neousys’ IGT-30 Series ARM-based Industrial IoT gateway Backplane Systems Technology has released Neousys’ IGT-30 series, TI Sitara AM3352 ARM-based Industrial IoT gateway with dual LAN and pre-installed Debian. Neousys’ IGT-30 series, equipped with the AM3352 from Texas Instrument’s Sitara AM335x family, is an ARM-based Box PC designed for Industrial Internet of Things (IIoT) gateways and Industry 4.0 applications. The IGT-30 series is supplied as a ready system preinstalled with Debian and in compliance with common industrial certifications such as CE/FCC, shock and vibration. It has a power input range of 10 to 25 V DC and an operating temperature from -25°C to 70°C to ensure the IGT-30 continues to function under harsh industrial conditions. The IGT-30 series supports PoE Powered Device (PD) mode meaning it can be powered by a LAN cable from a PoE Power Sourcing Equipment (PSE), and at the same time transfer data via this cable. It has I/Os that are applicable to a range of industrial grade sensors. It features one USB 2.0 port, two 10/100M LAN ports, one configurable COM port (RS-232/422/485) and an optional CAN bus port. In addition to the ports mentioned, there are 8 built-in isolated digital input channels that accept discrete signals from various sensors or buttons/ switches. There are also two built-in isolated digital output channels to control actuators and indicators. Communication wise, the IGT-30 series has a mini PCIe slot and a USIM holder allowing it to transmit acquired data and system status via 3G, 4G or WiFi (mini PCIe WiFi module). There is an opening on top of IGT-30 Series for users to mount the SMA connector of the wireless module. In terms of storage, the IGT-30 Series has dual microSDHC slots, one internal and one external. This design allows users to separate the system and user data which can
expedite in OS deployment for mass production. The IGT-30 Series provides six LED indicators and two function buttons that can be programmed by users. The function buttons can act as controls for the IGT-30 Series and exclude the need for external input devices, such as keyboard or mouse. Features: • Industrial grade ARM-based system with pre-installed Debian; • AWS Device Qualification Program (DQP) certified; • Field-ready isolated DI/O and RS-232/422/485; • 10 to 25V wide-range DC input and 802.3at PoE+ PD; • -25°C to 70°C wide temperature operation. Backplane Systems Technology (02) 9457 6400 www.backplane.com.au
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