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MOISTURE SENSORS FOR A NETWORKED FUTURE

On-Line moisture measurement is the measurement of choice for many industries for very good reasons. While it may not be the best choice in all instances, understanding how On-Line works in comparison with other moisture measurement methods quickly shed light on why it is, often, the best method for accurate measurement.

Expert Measurement Improving Your Performance

We measure a variety of components critical to the success of many industries manufacturing processes. Which measurement methods work best will depend on a variety of factors including your operational goals. Implementing our expertise, we can build a measurement solution that connects the right dots, delivers the right information, and provides you with the tools you need to respond in real-time to your process line’s needs. Add in the Internet of Things (IoT) component, that our innovative moisture sensing technology provides, and you have an untouchable solution to all your moisture-sensing needs.

OMNIR rated at IP69K ingress protection

Do you think about ingress protection (IP) ratings when you’re purchasing production hardware and upgrades? If you don’t, it could be increasing your maintenance costs more than you think.

The IP rating

IP is a value that rates your production hardware for resistance to dust and moisture. For instance, the IP rating on the in-line OMNIR moisture sensor from Finna Sensors is IP69K. That rating breaks down like this:

  • IP: ingress protection
  • 6: highest level of resistance to solids foreign objects (i.e. dust-tight). Complete protection.
  • 9k: highest level of resistance to water (washdowns). Protected against close range, high pressure/temperature spray
    • Notes: The main differences between IP69 and IP69K are the following:
      • The distance for the test nozzle for the IPX9 test is 175 mm, +/- 25mm; IPx9K test is 100 to 150mm
      • For IPX9 test, impact of water is measured in force. For, IPx9K test water impact is measured in pressure.

Combined into an IP rating, the OMNIR sensor’s IP69K status provides reliability for your production line in regards to dust ingress and from high temperature pressure spray.

The IP69K rating also ensures the OMNIR sensor is graded for food preparation facilities, where hygiene and durability combine.