Phymetrix Loop powered Moisture Analyzer Model: PLMa
dew point sensor, dew point probe

Multifunctional Multi-Purpose Cost Effective
easy-to-use dew point sensor, dew point probe

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  • -110°C to +20°C dew point Sensor
  • Fast, Accurate and Repeatable
  • Small & Lightweight
  • State-of-the-art electronics & software
  • 316 Stainless Steel & PTFE wetted parts
  • NIST calibrations
  • Stainless Steel IP68 housing
  • Protection from reversed polarity
  • Robust Industrial M12 connector, IP68 protection
  • 3/4″-16 process interface threads with Viton O-ring as well as a 1/4″ NPT threads
  • Interfaces to a variety of panel meters DD4 and DD5
  • Molded IP67 cables available for harsh environment
  • Units of measure: °C & °F dewpoint, ppmV, ppmW,
    µB H2O vapor pressure, grams of H2O / m3,
    Lbs H2O /106 standard cubic feet in Natural Gas.
  • 4/20 mA Loop Powered
  • Wide loop voltage range 5VDC to 28VDC
  • Built-in digital I/O for controlling relays
  • Built-in temperature compensation
  • Built-in self-test and diagnostics
  • HART interface compliant

Technical Specifications

Moisture Sensor
(dew point sensor)
  • Range: -110°C to +20°C dewpoint ( -166°F to +68°F dewpoint )
  • Accuracy: ±2°C temperature corrected
  • Repeatability: 0.8°C
  • Response time: 95% of step change in 3 min.
  • Sample flow: >1 LPM
Temperature Sensor
  • Range:  -40°C to +70°C
  • Accuracy:  ±2°C
Ergonomics
  • Easy and quick installation, no tools required
Electrical
  • 5VDC to 28VDC two wire loop operation 4mA to 20mA
  • Housing isolated from 4-20mA Loop
  • Measurement resolution of moisture sensor: 1pF resulting in less than 0.01 ̊C
  • 5 pin M12 industrial connector IP68 when mating connector fully engaged
  • Mating connectors with molded cables approved for Hazardous Location use available
  • Two conductor cable min. 24AWG (for total cable length >1mile min. 20AWG) To meet CE requirements cable must be shielded.
  • Built-in digital I/O for optionally controlling relays
Mechanical
  • All 316 Stainless Steel and PTFE wetted parts for fast response time.
  • Enclosure all stainless steel construction IP67 protection when installed
  • Dimensions (overall) including connector- L: 3.25″ (82.6mm) Dia: 1.62″ (41.3mm)
  • Process threads 3/4″-16 and 14mm x 1.25mm Oring-Seal and 1/4″NPT, can install with either threads
  • Weight Total: 6 oz (0.17 Kg)
  • Pressure: 5000 PSIA (345 Bar)
Temperature Range
  • PLMa Analyzer: -20°C to +60°C
  • Electronics: -40°C to +85°C
  • Moisture Sensor: -20°C to +60°C
Miscellaneous Features
  • NIST traceable calibrations
  • Units of measure: °C & °F dewpoint, ppmV, ppmW, µB H2O vapor pressure, grams of H2O / m3,
    Lbs H2O /106 standard cubic feet in Natural Gas.
  • Digital & Analog: Two Wire 4/20mA loop with HART®
  • Transmitter stores all HART setup
PLMa drawing

Typical Applications

Dew Point Probe for: Compressed Air, Natural Gas, Cryogenic Gasses, Welding Gasses, Insulating Gasses   SF6, H2, N2 etc…..

Options & Accessories

STANDARD ACCESSORIES

PLMa & cable

Included:

  • 10 feet (3 meter) cable with molded M12 connector  IP68

Not Shown But Included:

  • User’s Manual
  • NIST Certificate
  • Shipping Container with desiccant

OPTIONS

ORDERING INFORMATION PART NUMBER
PhyMetrix Loop-powered Moisture Analyzer Model:PLMa
Included Accessories: 10 feet (3 meter) cable with molded M12 connector		 PLMa
RS-485 with Modbus® option suffix – D

Remote Display and Power for PLMa’s

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