Contamination Monitoring Center
Contamination Monitoring Center (CMC) combines technology to enable sampling on low pressure hydraulic and lubrication systems where aeration can be an issue. The CMC suppresses the air bubbles so they are no longer counted as particles. It also allows for continuous particle monitoring on systems where no oil pressure is evident.
The CMC can be installed in most low pressure hydraulic and lubrication systems ranging from zero bar pressure to a max of 50 bar on the inlet of the system. A further option can be installed on systems with a max of 0,5 bar on inlet of CMC pump and a max of 6 bar on system return. These two options give the user the versitility to install the CMC in a variety of different system applications. Utilizing the best particle counter in its class as standard, the CMC delivers simplicity, practicality & accuracy for the most demanding of applications. Proven optical technology and algorithms ensure consistent monitoring of your system, providing peace of mind for your operators.
Where to use it
- Marine Thrusters
- Gearbox applications
- Drawworks,
- Mudpumps
- Offshore systems; HPU, Winches
- Lubrication systems
When to use it
- Entrained air or turbulent flows
- Higher viscosity fluids
- Un-pressurized systems
Why use it
- Reliable and accurate performance
- Allows for pro active maintenance
- Certifying test benches
- Easy to retro-fit
- Exceptional communication and 4.000 test memory
- Alarms for contamination levels
- Alarm for water
- Alarm for temperature
Contamination Monitoring Sensor
CMS
The CMS in-line contamination monitor automatically measures and displays particulate contamination, moisture and temperature levels in various hydraulic fluids. It is designed specifically to be mounted directly to systems, where ongoing measurement or analysis is required, and where space and cost are limited.
CMS Water and Temperature Sensor
The water sensor option measures water content using a capacitive RH (relative humidity) sensor. The results is expressed as percentage saturation. 100% RH corresponds to the point at which free water exists in the fluid, i.e. the fluid is no longer able to hold the water in a dissolved solution.
Software
All CMS units are supplied with software to download automatically new results as they are generated, provided the test is done while being directly controlled by the software. Or alternatively historical results can be downloaded form the CMS’s inbuilt memory. The CMS memory has space for around 4000 log entries, when full, the oldest log entry is overwritten.
- Which test are logged, and when, are determined by the log settings
- Each log entry is time-stamped and contains the CMS serial number, so that it can be identified later.
CMS Alarm Relay Status LED
All CMS versions have a multicolour indicator on the front panel, which is used to indicate the status or alarm state. The alarm thresholds can be set from the supplied software via the serial interfaces.
CMS “USB-I” Connector
This is a ready-made solution for easily connecting a PC/ Laptop to the CMS.
CMS-FC1
A pressure compensated flow control valve specifically designed to fit the CMS. This may be needed if the application produces an oil flow greater than 400ml/min.
Oil Quality Sensor
The Oil Quality Sensor (OQS) puts you in control with real-time monitoring of oil degradation and water ingress. Expensive oil changes are now based on oil condition, not on historical schedule.
The requirement to implement an effective monitoring and maintenance program for lubricants in critical plant machinery has never been greater. With the escalating price of crude oil and the vast improvements that are being seen in the quality of lubricants available today, it is more important than ever for organisations to ensure that they are maximising the service life of the oil used. Monitoring oil condition is clearly fundamental to understanding the optimal time to change. Change to early and the cost is significant, change too late and the costs can be even greater!
The sensor is a live , highly flexible and cost effective condition based monitoring solution, designed to be permanently mounted within any lubrication system on any type of machine. Over 60 times more sensitive to oil contamination than any other dielectric constant measuring sensor, it provides real-time monitoring of water ingress and oxidation levels.
Benefits
- Reduced maintenance cost
- Extended oil change intervals
- Scheduled downtime intervals for increased productivity
- Reduced waste oil cost
- Improved equipment reliability
- Low cost investment tool
- Reduced carbon foot print
- Reduces total cost of ownership
OQD
The Oil Quality Display is a simple device which allows you to read the condition and the temperature of the oil from a sensor without a pc. This enables you to set up the display box on the site and then be able to switch between the oil condition and temperature readings as required. With it being IP67 rated (when connected) you do not need to worry about the need to keep it in a dry place. Also with it being made from polycarbonate it is a strong durable product which cannot be damaged.
