Product Description
Custom designed optical immersion probes
As specific as your requirements
Each of our standard probes can be varied in length, diameter and material. For the choice of material in particular there are several possibilities. Diverse types of stainless steel, titanium and other metals, quartz and plastics can be used. If in exceptional cases a suitable probe material cannot be found, e.g. for measurements in particularly aggressive solutions, the probe can be sheathed in a protective coating.
A combination of different materials is of course also possible. We develop custom-made fibre optic probes for all measurement tasks and are happy to advise you.
Advanced Customization for Diverse ApplicationsThese optical immersion probes can be tailored to meet specific process requirements, including pressure resistance, optical pathlength, connection types, and window materials. Their adaptable design allows seamless integration into varied liquid analysis environments such as chemical processing, bioprocessing, wastewater management, and laboratory testing, ensuring optimal performance and reliability.
Superior Build and Chemical ResistanceConstructed from premium materials like stainless steel (SS316/SS304), sapphire or quartz windows, and optional PTFE, these probes offer remarkable chemical resistance and durability. Their robust housing and sealing technology allow usage in high-pressure (up to 100 bar) and wide temperature ranges (-20C to +200C), with ingress protection levels from IP65 to IP68.
Enhanced Measurement Accuracy and FlexibilityOur probes provide high optical accuracy (0.1%), customizable measurement range across UV-VIS/NIR/IR spectra, and flexible automation grades (manual to automatic). With cleaning options like CIP on request and multiple connector types, users benefit from minimal downtime and application-specific configurability.
FAQs of Custom designed optical immersion probes:
Q: How can I customize an optical immersion probe for my specific application?
A: You can customize the probes pressure rating, optical pathlength, process connection (threaded, flanged, Tri-clamp, or custom), window material (sapphire, quartz, or other), connector type, housing material, and dimensions. Share your process requirements and our team will advise the optimal configuration to ensure precise measurement and long-term durability.
Q: What is the process for cleaning these probes during ongoing operations?
A: The probes can be designed for CIP (Clean-in-place) compatibility upon request, allowing safe and effective cleaning without removing them from the process line. This method is particularly beneficial for bioprocessing and food manufacturing industries where hygiene and minimal downtime are essential.
Q: When should I use a high-pressure rated optical immersion probe?
A: High-pressure rated probes (up to 100 bar or higher) are recommended for applications involving pressurized reactors, industrial pipelines, or chemical vessels where safety and reliability under stress are critical. Customized ratings are available based on your operating conditions.
Q: Where are these probes typically installed in industrial or laboratory settings?
A: These probes can be installed inline with process reactors, tanks, pipelines, or laboratory test setups. Their custom connection options allow flexible mounting in chemical plants, pharmaceutical production, wastewater facilities, food factories, and research labs for on-site or real-time liquid analysis.
Q: What are the benefits of using sapphire or quartz windows in immersion probes?
A: Sapphire and quartz windows offer excellent optical transparency, chemical resistance, and strength, supporting high-pressure and aggressive processes. They enhance the probes durability, maintain signal integrity, and are suitable for UV-VIS/NIR/IR spectral measurements.
Q: How does the probes automation grade impact usage?
A: Automation gradesmanual, semi-automatic, or automaticaffect how the probe operates within your system. Manual probes are user-operated, while automatic options can integrate with process control systems for continuous, unattended monitoring, enhancing efficiency in demanding applications.
Q: What measurement ranges can these probes cover?
A: Custom immersion probes are designed to work across the UV-VIS/NIR/IR spectral regions, typically from 200 to 2500 nm, depending on optical fiber and window material selections. This wide range ensures suitability for most liquid and chemical monitoring processes.