SBS1000 Smoke Density Monitor
Opacity Meter & Emission Control
Rapid Response to Smoke
The SBS1000 Smoke
Density Monitor is
used to check smoke
emissions from all
kinds of combustion
such as diesel en-
gines, incinerators,
and boilers. It is ideal
for applications where
a prompt and accurate
response to the smoke
and dust density is re-
quired, regardless of
weather conditions or
daylight.
SBS Technology A/S – founded in 1999 – has seven years experience in
monitoring and analyzing exhaust gasses on ocean going vessels. More than
800 delivered SBS1000 Smoke Density Monitors give us the decisive experi-
ence for providing state of the art technology for harsh marine environments.
Key Features
Avoid image damaging black smoke
Avoid investigations, fines, and delays
Document de facto emissions
Simple auditing with periodic performance verification
Focused infrared light beam
Temperature stable optic heads – vibration resistant design
Fiber-optic transmitter and receiver
Two freely configurable alarm relays
Low priced – cost effective
Easy to install – easy to configure
Low maintenance cost
Worldwide customer support
Robust Technique & Versatile Design
The SBS1000 Smoke Density Moni- red LED is placed in the monitor
tor is a particular robust system cabinet and the light beam brought
that is well suited to resist heat to the smokestack via optic fibers
and vibrations in and around a that are not affected by heat and
smokestack. Our patented tech- vibrations. SBS Technology A/S
nology removes the light source was the first to make use of this
from the smoke stack contrary to design to the highest satisfaction
traditional opacity monitors used of our customers.
on the land side. Instead, the infra-
Optic head mounted on socket with purge air hose and optic fiber
Furthermore, the SBS1000 Smoke
Density Monitor is particularly well
suited for diesel engines as it uses
a focused, high-power infrared
light beam. It is easy to keep clean
with purge air and easy to main-
tain. This robustness is combined
with a high flexibility which means
that the SBS1000 Smoke Density
Monitor can be installed in very di-
verse settings. With only 5.5 kg,
the monitoring unit can be placed
almost anywhere. This gives you
the liberty of adapting the system
to your special needs.
Monitor cabinet
Benefits to Economy and Environment
Port authorities and regional au- late matters (PM – i.e. soot parti-
thorities around the world – but cles and dust) in the revision of
especially in North America – are MARPOL Annex VI. This interna-
to increasing degrees regulating tional convention under the IMO
emissions from ships. In Alaska for already regulates NOX and SOX
example, the Marine Vessel Visi- emissions from ocean-going ves-
ble Emission Standards are set in sels.
18 AAC 50.070. Likewise, the Cali-
fornian South Coast Air Quality Installing an SBS1000 Smoke Den-
Management District enforces sity Monitor will help you check
regulations threatening heavy and document compliance with
fines and jail for excessive smoke environmental standards. This will
discharge. avoid fines, time-consuming inves-
tigations, and costly delays. The
Local and regional legislation in cost of installing an SBS1000
this area is to increasing degrees Smoke Density Monitor is marginal
expanded. Although legislation is compared to a single fine.
varying, regulations in the USA
would typically rule that ships may Monitoring the emissions of your
not emit smoke with an opacity of ships will also contribute positively
more than 20% for more than 3 to your image as environmentally
minutes. Fines start at 25,000 $ responsible company. Especially
and can end with jail and banning black smoke has the potential of
the fleet of the respective ship severely harming that image.
owner from this port or region.
Furthermore there are initiatives to
regulate the emission of particu
Specifications
Monitoring Unit:
Power Supply 210–240 V AC,50/60 Hz or 105–125 V AC, 50/60 Hz or 15–30 V DC – 20VA
Ambient temperature 0–55°C
Output signal (linearized) 0–10 V DC (0 V ≈ 100% — 10 V ≈ 0% Opacity) – max. 10 mA
4–20 mA (4 mA ≈ 100% — 24 mA ≈ 0% Opacity)
Response time adjustable 1 ms to 10 s
Dimensions / Weight HxWxD: 300 x 200 x 150 mm / 5.5 kg
Enclosure IP 66 Steel box with DNV and LRS approvals
Digital Display & Optional Remote Digital Display
Display 0–100% opacity level (programmable)
Alarm delay 10 s (standard – programmable 0–99 s)
Relay voltage max. 250 V AC, max. 2A, energized during normal operation
Relay function 2 relays, freely configurable
Power supply (if remote) 230/115 V AC ± 10%, 50-60 Hz – 4 VA
Dimensions (panel cut) HxWxD: 48 x 96 x 120 mm (44.5 x 91.5 mm)
Fiber Optic Heads and Cables
Purge air supply external source via non return valve and flow control –
alternatively supplied by purge air blower – consumption approx. 5 NLPM
Operating temperature 240°C (standard – optional up to 480°C )
Housing SS AISI 316 with purge air connection
Dimensions housing 45 x 150 mm (Ø x L) (two pieces)
Welding / sockets 34 x 200 mm (Ø x L) sockets aligned opposite of each other
Measuring distance 0.5 – 3 m (standard – other options available)
Optic fibers Fiber core assembled in SS sheathings with metal end tips
Length of fibers 4.5 m (standard – optional up to 7.5 m)
SBS Technology A/S • Industrivej 12 • 9490 Pandrup • Denmark
Optional Audit Filter
Standard filter 20% opacity (approximately)
Secondary filter 30% opacity (approximately)
Tel.: +45 70271002 • Fax: +45 70271001 • www.sbs-international.com
Optional Purge Air Blower
Power supply 230/115 V AC ± 10%, 50-60 Hz, 250 VA
Dimension / weight 222 x 235 mm (Ø x H) / 7 kg
Capacity 19/30 m³/h (at 50/60 Hz)
Specifications subject to changes without notice
Please visit www.sbs-international.com or contact our regional offices.
EUROPE
Scandinavian Boiler Service A/S Your local agent
E-mail: sbs@sbs-eu.com
Tel: +45 7027 1000
Fax: +45 7027 1001
UNITED STATES
Scandinavian Boiler Service, Inc.
E-mail: sbs@sbs-us.com
Tel: +1 954 766 2624
Fax: +1 954 763 7375
ASIA/PACIFIC
Scandinavian Boiler Service Pte. Ltd.
E-mail: sbs@sbs-asia.com
Tel: +65 6767 0200
Fax: +65 6364 0300
