Pyxis Handhelds & Sensors, Quantrol

SP-350 Flourometer, PTSA by Quantrol

Pyxis SP-300 series fluorometers measure the concentration of a fluorescent substance in a liquid sample. These fluorometers have a built-in sample cell and samples can be directly filled into the sample cell. SP-380, SP-395, and SP-400 are dual channel fluorometers. SP-380 measures PTSA and fluorescein. SP-395 measures halogenated azoles and naphthenic disulfonic acid (NDSA).

SP-400 measures PTSA (1,3,6,8-pyrenetetrasulfonic acid) and conductivity with patent pending technology to combine cutting edge optical measurement with electrochemical measurement in the same sample cell.

Major features of these fluorometers include:

• Extra color and turbidity parameters measured are used for automatic compensation to eliminate interference.
• No sample cuvette is needed and variations associated with the cuvette is eliminated.
• Large color graphic screen that can be read in direct sunlight.

CR-300 Inline Corrosion Sensor - 4-20mA / RS485 Modbus by Quantrol

The use of the LPR corrosion rate represents a valuable tool that can be easily and affordably deployed to provide both general and localized corrosion measurements in an instantaneous format. There is a common industrial misnomer that the use of inline LPR corrosion sensors should be identical to that of corrosion coupons. The LPR corrosion level represents the real-time electrochemical measurement of corrosion. While it may be linear with respect to the corrosion rate obtained from the weight loss of a coupon exposed to water for a long period, the LPR corrosion rate may not necessarily be the same exact value of the latter. The instantaneous nature of the device measurement represents a "real-time condition" on an MPY scale based on the specific metallurgy being assessed and will in many cases vary, in a short time scale, from a corrosion coupon. The LPR data should be used to best understand the linear relationship with coupons and for real-time application performance assessment and adjustment.

The Pyxis CR-200/300 corrosion rate sensors are ideal for cooling and process water treatment monitoring where robustness and affordability are a must. The sensors utilize the linear polarization resistance (LPR) method to produce a raw signal. The raw signal is conditioned, amplified, and digitized directly in the sensor itself. This avoids the interferences and attenuation of the raw signal caused by long-distance wiring needed for other corrosion probes to a separate signal conditioner or transmitter box. The Pyxis corrosion sensors measure sample water conductivity directly and compensate for the conductivity impact on the LPR measurement. These unique product characteristics make the Pyxis LPR superior in performance and accuracy.

In addition to the LPR measurement to obtain the general corrosion rate, the CR-200/300 sensors also measure electrochemical noise. The measured noise data is used to calculate an index to quantify the localized corrosion rate also referred to as pitting.

The CR-300 is a standalone sensor that can be powered by a 24 VDC power source such as an existing controller or PLC.

The CR-200 is a battery powered and Bluetooth® enabled corrosion sensor for true wireless connectivity. A centralized Bluetooth® enabled display panel available via the BTA-100 for single probe or the BTA-400 for multiple probes can be used to display the readings from an array of CR-200 sensors. The CR-200 makes it possible to monitor corrosion at multiple test points, avoiding the complications of running power and signal output wires from the sensor to a controller and/or display unit. The CR-200 sensor can store up to 6-months' worth of data that can be wirelessly downloaded to a computer or phone using the uPyxis APP.

The CR-300, with the addition of a Pyxis Bluetooth Adpter (MA-WB), and the CR-200 can both communicate with any smart device via the uPyxis app. The uPyxis app, available for all smart phones and computers, is used to configure and obtain current sensor readings. Additional diagnostic information is available and can be used for determining the sensor performance or the need for maintenance.

The CR-200/300 sensors accept various test metal electrodes commonly used in the industry (LowCarbon Steel, Copper, Admiralty Brass, 304 Stainless Steel, Copper Nickel, Aluminum 1100 &6061).

Application

Cooling & Process Water Monitoring

Key Features

• Anti-electromagnetic interference (anti-EMI) design with stainless steel sensor body
• MODBUS support with isolated RS-485 communication
• Battery life up to 1 year thru using our ultra-low power design and smart power management
• Three O-ring grooves positioned on the sensor body allow insertion depth control
• Bluetooth connectivity to uPyxis app: Downloadable at Google Play Store or Apple App store
• Ultra-low corrosion rate down to 0.001 MPY can be accurately measured
• Generalized Corrosion & Localized Corrosion Rate

SP-400 Dual-channel Flourometer, PTSA/Conductivity by Quantrol

Pyxis SP-300 series fluorometers measure the concentration of a fluorescent substance in a liquid sample. These fluorometers have a built-in sample cell and samples can be directly filled into the sample cell. SP-380, SP-395, and SP-400 are dual channel fluorometers. SP-380 measures PTSA and fluorescein. SP-395 measures halogenated azoles and naphthenic disulfonic acid (NDSA).

SP-400 measures PTSA (1,3,6,8-pyrenetetrasulfonic acid) and conductivity with patent pending technology to combine cutting edge optical measurement with electrochemical measurement in the same sample cell.

Major features of these fluorometers include:

• Extra color and turbidity parameters measured are used for automatic compensation to eliminate interference.
• No sample cuvette is needed and variations associated with the cuvette is eliminated.
• Large color graphic screen that can be read in direct sunlight.

SP-710 Water Multimeter, PTSA/pH/ORP/Conductivity/Temp/Free/Total Chlorine by Quantrol

The Pyxis SP-710 and SP-710B are handheld multimeter units capable of measuring up to 6 key water treatment parameters simultaneously. SP-710 offers pH, Conductivity, PTSA, Temperature, ORP and a Free/Total Chlorine Colorimeter uniquely designed as a multimeter for cooling water applications. The SP-710B offers pH, Conductivity, PTSA, Temperature, ORP and Fluorescein for boiler water applications. Both units offer a Bluetooth enabled and fully potted, battery powered pH/ORP module, eliminating water and KCl contamination to the unit processor. The new module design offers wireless communication to the base SP710/B unit and can also be viewed via the uPyxis APP for smartphone and/or our full scale SP-910 Colorimeter.

The SP710/B is fully waterproof and industrialized and available with an optional body case bump guard with bet clip for ease of access and protection. Pyxis has integrated a fully molded screen to ensure a water proof seal under a pressurized manufacturing environment. The device itself also contains an integrated humidity sensor to ensure a water-free electronic environment.

The simplicity of the one-handed operation is empowered by the Pyxis Inc. proprietary technology that combines electrochemical and optical measurements in a cuvette-less platform. This unique technology simultaneously measures and compensates for Color and Turbidity contamination of the water sample during fluorescence testing, ensuring precise measurement capability +/1ppb resolution, unmatched in the water treatment market.

In less than one minute, results for all key parameters for a typical traced cooling and boiler water treatment applications can be determined. The SP-710/B stores the history for all measurements which can then be transferred via Bluetooth to smartphones or computers for statistical analysis via the uPyxis APP. The SP-710/B can also be used to wirelessly diagnose and calibrate the Pyxis ST-500 and ST-525 inline PTSA/Fluorescein probes, dramatically reducing service time in the field associated with tracer probe calibration.

Features

• Breakthrough technology combines the following in a single rugged one-handed meter. SP-710=PTSA / Conductivity / pH / ORP / Temperature / Free & Total Chlorine Colorimeter. SP-710B=PTSA / Conductivity / pH / ORP / Temperature / Fluorescein
• Waterproof Bluetooth Enabled potted battery powered pH/ORP Module
• pH/ORP Battery Module Added Wireless Communication Capable uPyxis APP & SP-910
• Intelligent sensor aging and/or humidity detection capability.
• Record up to 8G historical data with a calendar time mark and options to set up sample location information
• Long battery life - 10,000+ readings
• Auto Compensation for Color & Turbidity Contamination = Precise Measurement
• Brightness Adjustable Color Screen with Parameter Locking-in Function
• Wireless Diagnosis & Calibration of Pyxis ST-500 (PTSA) & ST-525 (Fluorescein) probes
• Optional Body Pump Guard w/Belt Clip

Typical Applications

Traced water treatment for industrial / commercial cooling towers and boilers.

ST-500 Inline Flourometer, PTSA, 4-20mA / RS485 Modbus / Bluetooth by Quantrol

ST-500 series probes are UV excited inline fluorometers for measuring the concentration of PTSA in cooling tower and RO water systems. Capable of low-level detection in ppb + 1ppb.

Key Features

• High resistance to color and turbidity interference from sample water
• Digital communication via Bluetooth to smart phone app for diagnosis and troubleshooting
• Highly stable and extremely reliable even in harsh applications

Accurate Traced Chemical Monitoring:

The ST 500 inline fluorometer, state of the art technology was developed by Pyxis Lab, Inc. in the United States. It measures traced chemical residue every 4 seconds in the sample water with 2% accuracy. It allows an optimal narrow band control in the treatment chemical concentration for cost effectiveness and, more importantly, best treatment performance.

High Rejection to Turbidity and Color Interference:

Turbidity and color in most cooling tower applications interfere traditional fluorimeters and lead to significant dosing errors, even up to 50%. With the ST 500's proprietary optical design and sophisticated compensation algorithm, the ST 500 delivers great precision and accuracy for waters containing up to 150 NTU turbidity and 4 ppm iron. This breakthrough technology ensures ST 500 to outperform in the toughest cooling water applications while keeping maintenance demand at a minimum with our uPyxis diagnostics capabilities.