The Filtration Division of power management company, Eaton, has enhanced its condition monitoring portfolio with the new PFS 02 particle flow sensor. This compact sensor offers a reliable, in-line solution for continuous contamination monitoring of hydraulic and lubrication oils.
It is suitable for operating pressures of up to 6,000 psi (420 bar). Eaton’s previous particle measuring devices consisted of two separate components – the sensor and the evaluation unit. In contrast, the PFS 02 particle flow sensor integrates both into a single unit. It therefore replaces both the CCM 01 set and CCT 01 set.
Diagnoses of contamination levels
Within a system, the PFS 02 particle flow sensor provides an immediate and accurate diagnosis of contamination levels. As a result, users can quickly implement countermeasures in the event of an increase in particle concentration, preventing consequential damage and costly repairs. A variety of options are available for managing measurement results. These include a serial interface, CAN-Bus interface, and analog output capabilities. This allows the sensor to be easily tailored to users’ specific requirements. Additionally, the bright graphic display and keypad facilitate effortless adjustments to all relevant settings.
“The PFS 02 particle flow sensor is a versatile solution that is designed to mount directly to stationary systems for continuous or periodic monitoring but can function as a mobile monitoring solution as well” explains Simone Ortner, Hydraulic Filtration Engineering Manager of Eaton’s Filtration Division.
This sensor has two Minimess connections for easily connecting the sensor to the system, generally in the offline circuit. The functional principle is the light blockade principle. The laser sensor gives output signals that are dependent on particle size. The electronic transforms these into numbers and size. The measurement results can be displayed according to ISO 4406:99, SAE AS 4059, NAS 1638 and GOST 17216 standards.
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