O2 PST - Oxygen
O2 PST - Oxygen
and Analysis
• Industrial Gas Manufacture • Inerting reactors or vessels • The right measurement technology for
• Air Separation • Argon, helium or nitrogen purity your application: thermoparamagnetic,
• Hydrocarbon Processing • Natural gas and biogas monitoring electrochemical and zirconium oxide
• Pharmaceuticals • Combustion control on boilers and • Control over your process for safety
• Bulk & Specialty Chemicals incinerators and quality
• Natural Gas & Biogas • Cylinder filling and bottling plants • Low cost ownership: the analyzers are
• Additive Manufacturing • Marine inert gas generation designed for minimum maintenance
• Metals and Minerals • Carbon dioxide purity in breweries • Support from a worldwide network
• Marine • Annealing furnace of service engineers and customer
• Laboratories and Research service teams
Sensor Technologies
A range of sensor technologies unique to each instrument, maximizing measurement ranges and applications.
Thermo-Paramagnetic
The thermo-paramagnetic sensor uses a combination of paramagnetic and thermal conductivity techniques to accurately measure the oxygen
content within a process gas. Oxygen is a paramagnetic gas, which means that it is attracted to a magnetic field. It is this property that can be
exploited to determine the level of oxygen in many background gases.
The magnetic susceptibility of oxygen increases or decreases inversely with its temperature. The thermo-paramagnetic analyzer uses a tem-
perature-controlled measuring chamber and a strong magnetic field to create a flow of oxygen from the process gas (known as a ‘magnetic
wind’) between a pair of thermistors. This ‘magnetic wind’ draws heat from the thermistors. The resulting change in the electrical resistance
produces a signal that is proportional to the oxygen concentration in the sample gas.
Advantages of Thermo-Paramagnetic:
• No moving parts or consumable items which means lower cost of ownership
• Specifically calibrated to maximize the accuracy over the required range
• Resistant to corrosive sample gases
• Stable measurements
• Good balance of price and performance
• Compact design (especially for hazardous areas)
• Up to 6 months between calibrations
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Oxygen Analyzers
Zirconium oxide sensors are based on the principle of a solid-state electrochemical cell. A layer of yttria-stablized zirconium oxide is heated to
between +600°C and +700°C, allowing oxygen ions to pass through it, from a higher concentration to a lower concentration. The movement of
ions produces an electromotive force which is used to determine the oxygen concentration.
The greater the differential of oxygen on either side of the zirconium-oxide, the higher the voltage produced, allowing measurements from 100%
to less than one part per million. PST has four types to chose from; metallic sealed reference sensor (MSRS), air referenced zirconia, mini zirco-
nium and micro ion pump sensor (MIPS).
Electrochemical Sensors
Galvanic sensors generally consist of four elements: a membrane, an electrolyte, a lead anode and a cathode. As the sample gas comes into
contact with the sensor it diffuses through the membrane and any oxygen present reacts with the electrolyte conducting electrons to the cath-
ode, generating a current. The more O 2 the stronger the current and the signal it generates.
There are several classes of sensor available, engineered to offer the optimum performance and maximum sensor life for the desired measure-
ment ranges. Sensor variants include Pico-Ion and MS sensors for parts per billion oxygen; XLT sensors for CO 2 and acid gas backgrounds; -H
sensors for use with H2 or He backgrounds.
Advantages:
• Measuring ranges available: 0 to 50 ppb up to 0 to 100% O 2
• Cost effective
• Small in size with low power consumption
• Simple to use and calibrate, in most cases with air
• Can measure trace oxygen in the presence of hydrocarbons or in flammable gases O2 O2
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Solid-state ceramic electrochemical sensors operate on a very similar principle to the galvanic O2 O2
Membrane
type. They are very chemically resistant and have a long operating life span.
Electrolyte
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Oxygen Analyzers
Technology: Thermo-Paramagnetic
The XTP601 process oxygen analyzer helps to increase safety and enhance product quality.
Based on the thermo-paramagnetic principle, it is rugged, reliable and gives precise measure-
ments of oxygen in process gases. Typical applications include hydrocarbon storage tank or
reactor blanketing, process control, natural gas monitoring and nitrogen/oxygen generator
quality.
Technology: Electrochemical
The GPR-1800 series of ATEX certified intrinsically safe trace oxygen analyzers is designed
for use in demanding process environments where the low detection limit of oxygen sensors
can be well utilized. Our gas analyzers, are simple to use as well as easy and costeffective to
maintain thanks to the use of their maintenance-free galvanic oxygen sensors. The innovative
liquid drain manifold, which is available as an option, protects and extends the sensor’s life
span in processes where liquids may be present in the sample gas reducing downtime caused
by blocked filters.
Cost effective and
simple to use
• Four measurement ranges
• LDL of 50 ppb (GPR-1800)
• Measures in CO 2 with XLT sensor
• Temperature compensation fitted as standard
• A range of sample panels available
Technology: Electrochemical
A wall mounted oxygen analyzer in a NEMA enclosure, suitable for indoor or outdoor. This
single channel oxygen meter can be used with flow-through O 2 cells for in-line gas analysis
in safe as well as hazardous areas where ATEX approval is needed. The low detection limit of
0.05 ppm offers ultra-low oxygen measurement down to a range of 0 to 10 ppm. Ideal for clean
gas applications and when used with the XLT oxygen sensor type it allows measurement in
pure carbon dioxide.
Compact dimensions for
• Four user-configurable oxygen measurement ranges 0...10 ppm up to 0...25 %O 2 flexible installation
• General purpose or intrinsically safe with barrier models
• Fast recovery from exposure to air
• Two alarms with GPR-1500 A analyzer model
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Oxygen Analyzers
• Auto calibration system with true zero feature via O 2 scrubber (Option on MS)
Technology: Electrochemical
High-accuracy oxygen analyzers for monitoring gas in industrial processes from 0-10 ppm to
pure O 2. Utilizing high performance galvanic oxygen sensors these advanced instruments are
simple to use with a common chassis, HMI and menu structure, so an operator only needs to
learn operation of just one instrument for multiple gas analysis applications at various oxygen
levels.
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Oxygen Analyzers
Technology: MSRS
The XZR400 series detects trace oxygen in inert background gases. Designed for applications
in industrial gas production, welding, laboratories and cylinder filling. The main application is
monitoring for low level (<4 ppm) O 2 in nitrogen, argon, helium, carbon dioxide and other inert
gases to verify their purity. The fast response of the MSRS enables users to respond quickly
to leaks and prevent contamination in silicon wafer production. The very low sample gas
requirements (1 to 3 Nl/hr) of the XZR400 makes it ideal for measuring expensive gases such
as krypton or xenon.
Combined O2 and
H2 O analyzer
AM Trace Benchtop – Oxygen & Dewpoint Analyzer
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Oxygen Analyzers
Oxygen Transmitters
Minox i – Intrinsically Safe Oxygen Transmitter
Technology: Electrochemical
IECEx and ATEX certified, the Minox i is a highly reliable and cost-effective two-wire, loop-pow-
ered transmitter with a linearized 4 to 20 mA output. The standard offering has a detection
measurement range of 0...25 % oxygen. This compact transmitter utilizes advanced galvanic
fuel cell technology that provides a long sensor life with a high level of accuracy and stability.
The Senz-Tx oxygen sensor transmitter is a highly reliable and cost-effective two-wire,
loop-powered transmitter with a linearized 4 to 20 mA output. It has a minimum detection
range of 0...10 ppm up to 0...96 %O 2. This compact transmitter utilises zirconia technology to
give a reliable and fast response time, long life and no drift from oxygen measurement.
Technology: Thermo-Paramagnetic
The XTP501 industrial oxygen analyzer helps to enhance product quality. Based on the ther-
mo-paramagnetic principle, it is rugged, reliable and gives precise measurements of oxygen
in process gases. Typical applications include cylinder testing, process control and nitrogen/
oxygen generator quality.
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Oxygen Analyzers
Technology: Electrochemical
A range of portables offering trace oxygen measurements from 0.1 ppm through to purity
applications at 100% oxygen. These rugged portable instruments share the same advanced
sensor technology as the online process oxygen analyzers ensuring confidence in their reliabil-
ity and accuracy. Using the same HMI and menu structures for portable and online analyzers
makes it extremely easy for operators to use both types of instruments on their site without
need for extra training.
Technology: Zirconia
The Yellow Box is a compact, intelligent, transportable oxygen analyzer providing an afford-
able and versatile solution for portable high purity oxygen measurement applications. Housed
in a rugged high impact case and with microprocessor based electronics, the Yellow Box is the
instrument of choice for demanding applications where a portable, accurate, fast and reliable
high purity analysis is required.
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Oxygen Analyzers
Technology: MSRS
A rugged zirconium-oxide analyzer to measure percentage level (0...25 %) oxygen in combus-
tion processes. The analyzer is supplied with a control unit and sensor head and the required
inter-connecting cable. The sample can be extracted to the sensor and returned to the flue via
the Pitot effect, so instrument air may not be required. The analyzer uses our MSRS technolo-
gy and operates without the need for an air reference.
Three probe lengths
400...900 mm • Measures 0...25 %O 2 in flue gas
• Sample temperature up to +1,300 °C
• Multiple sample probe materials to match process
• Barometric pressure compensation
• Single or dual 4...20 mA outputs
Technology: MIPS
A compact and cost effective zirconium-dioxide transmitter to measure percentage level ox-
ygen in combustion processes, excess air monitoring, bakery ovens and many more applica-
tions. The unit is configurable to measure either 0-25 % or 0-100 % oxygen and offers manual
or automatic calibration to suit the customer’s needs.
Related Products
XTC601 – Binary Gas Analyzer
Technology: Thermal-Conductivity
The XTC601 binary gas analyzer utilizes the thermal conductivity property to accurately
measure one of the two gases present in the sample. The instrument is very stable which gives
the user confidence in measurement. This is important in safety applications such as CO 2/H2
membrane monitoring. The analyzer can be supplied with a fixed or flowing reference.
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Oxygen Analyzers
Technology: Electrochemical
The GPR-7500 analyzer utilizes the low-power electro-chemical sensor technology to provide
a cost-effective and easy to maintain online-installation hydrogen sulfide measurement in
a small package. The GPR-7100 is a portable H2 S analyzer version preferably used for spot
checking the process or temporary usage during servicing or commissioning of a permanent
installation gas analyzer.
Diving
Analytical Industries Inc. supply a comprehensive range of sensors for the diving market for
use in scuba equipment including commercial and military re-breathers. They also supply
hand held and portable oxygen analyzers for dive cylinder testing. The Trimix unit also mea-
sures helium and displays the balance gas.
Medical
Analytical Industries Inc. is a market leader in medical sensors for respiratory, anesthesia,
incubator, ventilator and lung function equipment. We also supply portable and hand held
oxygen and O 2 devices for hospital and clinical applications.
Sample Systems
Michell Instruments Analytical Industries Inc. Ntron Gas Measurement
XTP601 with PS601 sample system including GPR-1800 AIS LD for natural gas with liquid Extractive sample system for pharmaceutical
liquid dump and eductor. drain system. applications.
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Oxygen Analyzers
Using our products, customers save millions of dollars each year through increased energy efficiency in their processes and
reduced process disruptions.
The quality of food, medicines, semi-conductors and thousands of manufactured goods depends on reliable measurements of critical param-
eters such as humidity, oxygen, CO, N2, H2, hydrocarbons, pressure or CO 2 during production, storage and transport. Our products directly
improve the profitability of our customers and help them to stay compliant with stringent industry regulations. We own and manufacture the
sensing technologies used in the majority of our products. This allows us to remain in a strong leadership position and pass on the benefits of
our innovation to our customers.
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• SST Sensing – Oxygen sensors and liquid level switches • 100+ authorized distributors
• 14 proprietary technologies
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Pressure Gases
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Pomona, CA, USA Beijing, China
Shanghai, China
Singapore
EMEA
Coatbridge, Scotland, UK
Mansfield, UK
Ely, UK
Crawley, UK
Navan, Ireland
Oosterhout, Netherlands
Frankfurt, Germany
Ettlingen, Germany
South America Lyon, France
Rio de Janeiro, Brazil Zürich, Switzerland
Milan, Italy
Dubai, UAE
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